Skin Types and How to Determine Your Skin Type

Healthy skin starts with understanding your skin type. Each skin type has unique characteristics and needs. In this blog post, we will take you through the different skin types and how to determine your own skin type.

Normal skin is the ideal skin type that many strive for. It is well balanced and has little to no blemishes.

• Balanced sebum production.
• Little to no impurities.
• Fine pores and a smooth texture.
• Little sensitivity or irritation.

Care :

• Use a mild cleanser and a light moisturizer.
• Protect your skin daily with an SPF 30 sunscreen.

Dry skin can feel tight and rough and is prone to flaking and irritation.

Features :

• Tight, flaky or rough feeling skin.
• Fine pores, but may be prone to irritation.
• Redness and itching may occur.
• Lack of natural oil production.

Care :

• Use a cream or oil based cleanser.
• Opt for a rich, nourishing moisturizer and serums with hyaluronic acid or glycerin.
• Exfoliate regularly with a gentle exfoliant to remove dead skin cells.

Oily skin produces excess oil, which can lead to shiny skin and clogged pores.

Features :

• Shiny skin, especially in the T-zone (forehead, nose, chin).
• Enlarged pores and susceptibility to acne and blackheads.
• Excess sebum production.

Care :

• Use a foaming or gel cleanser to remove excess oil.
• Light, oil-free moisturizers and serums.
• Exfoliate regularly with salicylic acid to keep pores clear.
• Use non-comedogenic sunscreens.

Combination skin is a mix of dry and oily areas, often with an oily T-zone and dry cheeks.

Features :

• Oily T-zone with dry or normal cheeks.
• Enlarged pores in the T-zone.
• Can have both dry spots and pimples.

Care :

• Use a mild, balanced cleanser.
• Adjust the moisturizer to the different areas of the face (light moisturizers for the T-zone, richer creams for dry areas).
• Exfoliate regularly with a mild exfoliant.

Sensitive skin is prone to redness, itching and irritation and reacts quickly to certain products or environmental factors.

Features :

• Redness, itching, burning sensation and dryness.
• Reaction to certain products or environmental factors.
• Susceptible to allergic reactions and irritation.

Care :

• Use hypoallergenic and fragrance-free products.
• Mild, soothing cleansers and moisturizers with ingredients such as aloe vera or chamomile.
• Always test new products on a small area of ​​skin first.

Now that you know the different skin types, it's time to determine your own skin type. There are a few simple methods you can try at home.

Cleanse your face with a mild cleanser and pat dry. Then wait for 1-2 hours without applying any products on your skin. Observe your skin:

• Normal skin: Feels comfortable, not too dry or too oily.
• Dry skin: Feels tight, may be flaky or rough.
• Oily skin: Shiny and oily all over the face.
• Combination skin: Oily in the T-zone, but dry or normal on the cheeks.
• Sensitive skin: Red, itchy or irritated.

Cleanse your face and pat dry. Wait for about an hour. Pat a tissue on your face, especially in the T-zone:

• Normal skin: Little to no oil on the tissue.
• Dry skin: No oil, but skin feels tight.
• Oily skin: Clear oil stains on the tissue.
• Combination skin: Oily in the T-zone, but dry or normal on the cheeks.
• Sensitive skin: May show light oil or no oil, but skin is red or irritated.

Knowing your skin type will help you choose the right products and develop an effective skincare routine. If you are still unsure about your skin type, consult a dermatologist for professional advice. Remember, a consistent routine and using products that suit your skin type are essential for healthy, glowing skin!