KALME Undercoat Desensitising Daily Moisturiser 75ml tube, a fragrance-free base cream for sensitive and rosacea-prone skin.

KALME Undercoat Desensitising Moisturiser 75ml

£13.25

Woman with visible redness on her cheeks applying KALME Undercoat desensitising moisturiser to rosacea-prone, sensitive skin

KALME Undercoat benefits: desensitises skin for fewer reactions and flare-ups, protective base under make-up and SPF, shields skin from weather and pollution, calms skin after shaving, fragrance-free for sensitive skin.

Texture swatch of KALME Undercoat, a light white cream with a smooth, non-greasy consistency.

Man with red, irritated skin and shaving rash holding a tube of KALME Undercoat, a fragrance-free post-shave moisturiser for sensitive skin.

KALME Undercoat Desensitising Moisturiser 75ml

Name: KALME Undercoat Desensitising Moisturiser 75ml
Brand: Skin Shop
SKU: KALME-UND-75
Price: 13.25 GBP
Availability: InStock

Reduces ReactivityProtective BaseLightweight MoistureFragrance-Free

£13.25

75 ml

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A lightweight desensitising base cream developed specifically for sensitive, reactive and rosacea-prone skin. Formulated with Acetyl Tetrapeptide-15, a calming peptide that helps make skin less prone to irritation and reactions, while lightly moisturising and smoothing. Wear it on its own as a daily moisturiser, after shaving, or as a protective base under skincare, SPF and make-up, helping shield sensitive skin from everyday irritants and the elements. Dermatologically tested, fragrance-free and made in Britain.

Desensitises reactive skin
Buffers everyday triggers
Light, non-greasy hydration
Smooths skin under make-up and SPF

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Many of my patients with rosacea or highly sensitive skin find that almost everything they apply stings, from sunscreens to make-up. For men, even daily shaving can set off the same irritation. I recommend KALME Undercoat because it acts as a desensitising buffer. Applied first after cleansing, or after shaving, its calming peptide helps make skin less reactive, so anything layered on top is better tolerated. It is light, fragrance-free and well accepted even by very reactive skin, and for many patients it is the simple step that makes a daily routine comfortable again.

Dr. Eva Melegh

Dermatologist, specialising in sensitive and reactive skin conditions

	Suitable for:	Rosacea-prone, sensitive and reactive skin. Also suited to skin that reacts to make-up, SPF, fragrance or strong actives such as retinol, skin unsettled by cold weather, central heating or city pollution, skin that flushes more easily during menopause, and skin prone to irritation after shaving. For daily use.
	What it does:	Desensitises skin to make it less prone to reactions, provides light, non-greasy moisture, and creates a smooth protective base under make-up, SPF and other skincare.
	Product type:	Desensitising base cream and light daily moisturiser
	Ingredients:	Contains Acetyl Tetrapeptide-15, a calming desensitising peptide, with betaine and mannitol for lightweight hydration. Full ingredients list below.
	Made in:	Britain

100% Vegan
Animal Test-Free by PETA
Dermatologically Tested
Made in Britain

Product overview

KALME Undercoat is a lightweight desensitising moisturiser and base cream developed specifically for sensitive, reactive and rosacea-prone skin that reacts easily to skincare, make-up and the elements.

At its heart is Acetyl Tetrapeptide-15, a calming peptide clinically studied to reduce skin sensitivity. With consistent use, it helps raise the skin's tolerance to common irritants, so skin becomes less prone to stinging, itching and reacting. Betaine and mannitol add light, non-greasy hydration that leaves skin smooth and comfortable without any heaviness.

Applied first, straight after cleansing, KALME Undercoat works as a protective buffer between your skin and everything that touches it: day creams, SPF, make-up, fragrance, even cold wind and central heating. Many customers describe it as a calming primer under foundation, and men use it after shaving to calm post-shave irritation.

The formula is completely fragrance-free, with no parabens, SLS or MI. It is dermatologically tested, 100% vegan and certified animal test-free by PETA.

Many customers feel the difference from their first few applications, with skin becoming noticeably less reactive over two to three weeks of daily use.

Part of the complete KALME routine for rosacea-prone skin, trusted across the UK for over 20 years, and proudly made in Britain.

How to use

Apply a small amount to clean, dry skin every morning, straight after cleansing and before any other product. Smooth gently over the face and neck, avoiding the eye area, and allow a few minutes to absorb before layering anything on top. A little goes a long way.

Wear it on its own as a light daily moisturiser, or as the first step under KALME Day Defence Cream or your usual SPF. Always apply Undercoat before any make-up worn directly on the skin. After shaving, smooth a small amount over the skin to calm irritation. If your skin is dry or feeling extra sensitive, use it in the evening too, under KALME Night Repair Cream.

For full benefit, begin your routine with KALME Cream Cleanser and follow Undercoat with KALME Day Defence Cream, so every layer on your skin is designed for rosacea-prone and reactive skin.

Ingredients

Key actives: Acetyl Tetrapeptide-15 (a calming peptide, clinically studied to reduce skin sensitivity and help skin become less prone to reactions), Betaine (a gentle humectant derived from sugar beet, draws moisture into the skin and soothes), Mannitol (a plant-derived humectant that supports hydration and skin comfort), Dicaprylyl Carbonate (a light, fast-absorbing emollient that gives the cream its smooth, non-greasy finish).

Full ingredients list: Aqua (Water), Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Mannitol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Phytate, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-15

Our formulations may be updated from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product packaging for the most current and accurate information.

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Day 1:

The cream sinks in within minutes, light and completely non-greasy. Many users notice an immediate calming, comfortable feel, and make-up or SPF applied on top goes on smoothly, without the usual sting.

Week 1:

Skin starts to feel softer and less dry. Many customers notice they can apply their usual products with less stinging and itching, and skin feels calmer through the day.

Weeks 2-3:

Skin becomes noticeably less reactive. Reactions to everyday triggers such as cosmetics, weather and central heating start to become less frequent. Some fluctuation in the early weeks is normal as your skin settles into a new routine.

Weeks 4-5:

Reduced sensitivity builds with consistent daily use. Many customers find that products which previously set their skin off can now be worn comfortably, and their skin feels smoother and more resilient.

Long-term:

With daily use, skin stays calmer and reactions become the exception rather than the rule. Many of our customers have used KALME Undercoat for years and describe it as the one step in their routine they would never skip.

Macro of a pale golden liquid with suspended droplets, representing Acetyl Tetrapeptide-15, the calming desensitising peptide in KALME Undercoat

Calming Peptide

Acetyl Tetrapeptide-15, a peptide clinically studied to reduce skin sensitivity. With daily use it helps skin tolerate skincare, make-up and the elements with fewer reactions, less stinging and less itching.

Backlit slices of beet in deep pink, representing betaine, the naturally derived sugar beet humectant that hydrates and soothes skin in KALME Undercoat

Sugar Beet Betaine

A gentle humectant naturally derived from sugar beet. It draws moisture into the skin and holds it there, easing feelings of dryness and tightness without any heaviness or residue.

Clear water surface with ripples and droplets, representing mannitol, the plant-derived humectant that supports skin moisture in KALME Undercoat

Plant-Derived Mannitol

A naturally occurring humectant found in plants. It supports the skin's moisture levels and helps sensitive skin feel soft, comfortable and settled throughout the day.

Swirls and a dollop of smooth white cream, representing dicaprylyl carbonate, the light plant-derived emollient that gives KALME Undercoat its non-greasy finish

Silk-Light Emollient

Dicaprylyl Carbonate, a light plant-derived emollient that absorbs within minutes. It gives Undercoat its signature non-greasy finish and leaves a smooth, even base for make-up or SPF.

96%

say their skin reacts less to skincare, make-up and the elements since using KALME Undercoat

82%

say it feels light and non-greasy, and sits comfortably under make-up or SPF

80%

say KALME Undercoat is the one step in their routine they would not be without

*Based on real customer feedback from 722 verified reviews of KALME Undercoat. Individual results may vary.

Man with shaving rash and red, irritated skin on his cheeks and jaw, before using KALME Undercoat desensitising moisturiser

The same man with calm, comfortable skin and no visible shaving irritation, after using KALME Undercoat as a post-shave moisturiser for sensitive skin

Before After

The KALME skincare range for rosacea-prone and redness-prone sensitive skin, featuring KALME Day Defence SPF30, KALME Chameleon Concealer SPF20 and KALME Undercoat as a complete daily anti-redness routine

01.

Cleanser

Begin with KALME Cream Cleanser to gently remove impurities without water. Fragrance-free and soap-free, it soothes and moisturises red or sensitive skin without causing irritation.

02.

Undercoat

Apply KALME Undercoat before your day cream. This step helps desensitise your skin and creates a protective barrier against makeup, wind, cold, pollutants and other common rosacea triggers.

03.

Day Cream

Apply a small amount of KALME Day Defence Cream SPF30 as the final step, smoothing gently over the face and neck. The mineral SPF30 protects against UV triggers while the formula continues to calm redness and support the skin barrier throughout the day.

04.

Concealer

For days when you want additional coverage, KALME Chameleon Concealer blends with your natural skin tone to cover redness while continuing to care for sensitive skin. Apply after your Day Defence Cream as the final step.

+ Serum

Once your routine is established and your skin is responding well, consider adding KALME TeQ Serum for additional support. It is particularly helpful when skin feels dry or flaky around delicate areas such as the eyes, where skin is thinner and more sensitive.

01.

Cleanser

Gently cleanse with KALME Cream Cleanser to remove the day's impurities, makeup and environmental pollutants without stripping or irritating reactive skin.

02.

Night cream

Apply KALME Night Repair Cream to clean, dry skin. The overnight formula works while you sleep to nourish, restore and strengthen the skin barrier, helping to reduce redness and reactivity over time.

+ Serum

KALME Day Defence Cream SPF30 — mineral sunscreen moisturiser for rosacea-prone and sensitive skin, 50ml

KALME Day Defence Cream 50ml

SPF30 Protection Redness Relief 24hr Moisture Fragrance-Free

£26.65

KALME Chameleon Concealer SPF20, a 30ml airless pump bottle of tone-matching concealer for rosacea-prone, red and sensitive skin that conceals facial redness while caring for the skin

KALME Chameleon Concealer 30ml

Tone-Matching Anti-Redness SPF20 Lightweight Coverage

£29.95

KALME Complete Skincare Kit

6-Step Skincare Kit Anti-Redness With Serum & Undercoat For Rosacea-Prone Skin

£86.60 ~~£137.40~~ Save 36%

Kalme TeQ Serum 30ml

Prebiotic Serum Soothes Redness Super Hydrating Skin Barrier Repair

£20.95

Reusable Makeup Pads & Face Cloths

Bamboo & Organic Cotton Machine Washable Low Waste Gentle on Skin

£14.99

1. Is KALME Undercoat suitable for rosacea-prone skin

Yes. KALME Undercoat was developed specifically for rosacea-prone and reactive skin and is the first step after cleansing in the KALME routine. Its calming peptide helps make skin less prone to the reactions and sensitivity that often come with rosacea, and it layers comfortably under KALME Day Defence Cream.

2. Will KALME Undercoat suit very sensitive skin that reacts to most products?

Yes, that is exactly what it was designed for. The formula is fragrance-free, with no parabens, SLS or MI, and its desensitising peptide helps raise the skin's tolerance over time. As with any new product on very reactive skin, patch test first and introduce it gradually.

3. In what order do I apply KALME Undercoat in my skincare routine?

Apply KALME Undercoat first, straight after cleansing and before any other product. Allow a few minutes for it to absorb, then follow with your serum, day cream, SPF or make-up. If your skin is dry, you can also use it in the evening under your night cream.

4. Can I wear KALME Undercoat under make-up?

Yes. Many customers use it as a calming primer for sensitive skin. Applied first and left to absorb, it creates a smooth, non-greasy base that helps stop foundation and other cosmetics from stinging or triggering a reaction, and helps make-up sit evenly through the day.

5. Can I use KALME Undercoat alongside retinol or exfoliating acids?

Yes. If strong actives have left your skin feeling tight, hot or reactive, KALME Undercoat can be used as your daily moisturiser to keep skin calm and comfortable while it adjusts. If a product is causing ongoing stinging or soreness, give your skin a break from it and let your skin settle first.

6. Is KALME Undercoat good for skin after shaving?

Yes. Smooth a small amount over freshly shaved skin to calm irritation and reduce post-shave rash and dryness. Because it is completely fragrance-free, it will not sting the way many aftershave products do, and it doubles as a light daily moisturiser.

7. Does KALME Undercoat help protect skin from cold weather and central heating?

Yes. Its light protective layer helps reduce moisture loss and acts as a buffer between sensitive skin and everyday environmental stresses such as cold wind, indoor heating and city pollution. Many customers apply it each morning in winter for exactly this reason.

8. Is KALME Undercoat suitable for menopausal skin?

Yes. Skin often becomes more sensitive, drier and quicker to flush during perimenopause and menopause, and many of our customers first discover KALME Undercoat at this stage. It gives hormonally reactive skin a calming daily base layer and light hydration without heaviness or fragrance.

9. Does KALME Undercoat reduce redness?

No, and we want to be honest about that. KALME Undercoat contains no anti-redness ingredients or SPF. Its job is to desensitise skin and act as a protective base. For persistent facial redness, use it under KALME Day Defence Cream, which contains Derma Sensitive caper extract developed to calm redness. The two are designed to work together.

10. How long before I notice results from KALME Undercoat?

Most people notice the light, non-greasy feel and added comfort from the first application. Reduced sensitivity builds more gradually: many customers notice their skin reacting less after two to three weeks of daily use, so give it three to four weeks of consistent use before judging the results.