NORMAL
Analysis
Comfortable-feeling
Smooth, even texture with small pores
Cheeks are the sriest area but not excessively so
May experience some shine and larger pores on the forehead, nose or chin
Water and oil content in this skin is balance
Care: Normal skin needs routine cleansing with a foaming cleanser, exfoliation twice a week, moisturization with lightweight lotions and the use of a sunscreen to keep it healthy. A diet rich in vitamins A, C and E helps keep skin smooth and soft. Sufficient fluid intake is important to maintain hydration and rid the body of toxins.
DRY/EXTRA DRY
Analysis
Feels tight after washing
May look dry or flaky
Feels rough and uneven; dehydrated
May be sensitive
Pores are small - almost invisible
Shows fine lines faster than other skin types
Care: Dry skin requires special care. A lifestyle that includes a healthy diet with foods high in water content such as fruits and vegetables and at least eight glasses of water a day keeps this skin type dehydrated. Caffeine and alcohol cause dehydration, so limit intake to two cups or glasses a day. Using richer cleansers, limiting sun exposure and using a good moisturizer can protect your skin's natural oils. Layering different textures of moisturizer can do wonders to hydrate the skin. Begin with lightweight face oil and then layer a richer cream over that. Night creams with alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) help remove the dry, dead skin while moisturizing the new. Air-conditioning and heating create dry environments. Correct this in your home by using humidifiers.
OILY SKIN
Analysis
Oily skin is shiny, especially through the T-zone (the forehead, nose and chin); it is a condition caused by overactive sebaceous or oil-producing glands
May have large, visible pores
Frequent breakouts
Few signs of aging such as fine lines
Care: Management of oily skin and the prevention of breakouts requires a healthy diet and a regular skincare routine. Cleanse the face at least twice a day to prevent dirt accumulation and to keep pores open. Use an alcohol-free astringent to remove excess oil. Use oil-free moisturizers to keep the skin from overdrying.
COMBINATION SKIN
Analysis
Oily through the T-zone
Dry cheeks or spot dehydration
Larger pores on the forehead, nose and chin
Care: Care for this skin type requires regular cleasing, toning and moisturizing of the oily areas and the use of a milder cleanser and denser moisturizer for the dry areas. Moisturizing products containing alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) will benefit this skin type.
SENSITIVE SKIN
Analysis
Can range from dry to oily
Easily irritated by cosmetics, moisturizers and cleansers
Sensitive and prone to redness
Itchy or blotchy
Care: Sensitive skin requires mild, nonperfumed cleansing products. Use an alcohol-free toner formulated for sensitive skin. Also, use cleansers and moisturizers specifically formulated for this type of skin.
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