Cat - Brand - KALME
Modified on Thu, 15 Oct at 10:18 AM
| 1. What is KALME, and who is it for? KALME is a naturally active, British-made skincare range developed for adults with skin prone to rosacea, facial redness and sensitivity. It uses gentle, plant-based ingredients to calm redness and support the skin barrier, and suits skin that reacts easily to ordinary skincare. |
| 2. What makes KALME different from ordinary sensitive skincare? KALME is designed specifically for redness-prone, reactive skin, rather than being a general sensitive-skin range. It combines a clinically tested, caper-derived extract with a gentle, barrier-supporting, fragrance-free formula, so it calms and protects the skin instead of stripping or irritating it. |
| 3. Is KALME suitable for rosacea? KALME is developed for rosacea-prone and redness-prone skin, and is designed to calm visible redness and support the skin barrier. It is skincare rather than a medical treatment, so it does not cure rosacea, and if you have not had a diagnosis it is worth seeing a GP or dermatologist. |
| 4. Does KALME contain SPF, and is it mineral or chemical? Yes. KALME Day Defence Cream contains a mineral, or physical, SPF30, which is usually the best tolerated type for sensitive, redness-prone skin, since sun is a common trigger. Wearing it daily is one of the most useful steps for redness-prone skin. |
| 5. Is KALME vegan and cruelty-free? Yes. KALME is 100% vegan and cruelty-free, and free from parabens, perfumes, SLS and MI, which makes it suitable for sensitive, redness-prone skin. |
| 6. Where is KALME made? KALME is made in Britain and dermatologically tested for sensitive skin. |
| 7. How and when do I use the KALME Undercoat? Use KALME Undercoat after cleansing and before your Day Defence Cream or make-up. It is a desensitising base that helps calm reactive skin and creates a protective barrier against make-up, wind, cold and other triggers. Most people use it in the morning, and it can also be used in the evening before Night Repair. |
| 8. Can I use KALME alongside other skincare or prescribed treatments? Yes, many people do. Introduce one product at a time so you can see how your skin responds, and if you are using a prescribed rosacea treatment, check with your GP or pharmacist before adding new products. |
| 9. Is KALME suitable for eczema or other sensitive skin conditions? KALME is gentle and fragrance-free, so it suits many types of sensitive skin, but it is formulated specifically for redness-prone and rosacea-prone skin. If your main concern is eczema or very dry skin, our Hydrosil range is designed for that. As always, patch test before first use. |
| 10. Why has my Day Defence Cream separated or looks grainy, and how do I fix it? Because Day Defence uses a mineral SPF and a naturally derived formula without synthetic stabilisers, it can occasionally separate or look grainy. This is normal. Give the tube a good shake, and warming it briefly in your hands before applying helps it blend smoothly again. |
| 11. Can I use KALME on my neck and chest as well as my face? Yes. Redness and sensitivity often extend beyond the face to the neck and chest, and KALME can be used on these areas too. Apply it the same way you would on your face, and as always, patch test first if your skin is very reactive. |
| 12. Has KALME won any awards? Yes. KALME has won several UK natural beauty awards, including the Green Parent Natural Beauty Awards, the Global Green Beauty Awards and the Veggie Awards. |
| 13. Can I wear make-up over KALME, and can it be worn under make-up? Yes. KALME is designed to work with make-up, not against it. Use the Undercoat as a desensitising, protective base before make-up, and the Chameleon Concealer to colour-correct redness. Let each product absorb before applying the next for the smoothest finish. |
| 14. Is KALME suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding? KALME is fragrance-free and gentle, and many people use it at this time, but as sensitivities can change during pregnancy and breastfeeding, it is sensible to check with your GP, midwife or pharmacist first, particularly regarding the SPF and active ingredients. Patch test before first use. |
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