Normal
Not too dry and not too oily, normal skin has:
- No or few imperfections
- No severe sensitivity
- Pores are not visible
- A radiant complexion
Use these tips to help your Normal skin:
- Cleanse and moisturize daily as basic step in maintaining the quality of your skin.
- Tea Tree oil works great as a facial oil as it is rich in antioxidants to help maintain the health of the skin by fighting off free radicals.
Dry
You may have:
- Almost invisible pores
- Dull, rough complexion
- Red patches
- Your skin is less elastic
- More visible lines
Your skin can crack, peel, or become itchy, irritated, or inflamed. If it’s very dry, it can become rough and scaly, especially on the backs of your hands, arms, and legs.
Dry skin may be caused or made worse by:
- Your genes
- Aging or hormonal changes
- Weather such as wind, sun, or cold
- Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from tanning beds
- Indoor heating
- Long, hot baths and showers
- Ingredients in soaps, cosmetics, or cleansers
- Medications
Use these tips to help your Dry skin:
- Take shorter showers and baths, no more than once daily.
- Use mild, gentle soaps or cleansers. Avoid deodorant soaps.
- Don't scrub while bathing or drying.
- Smooth on a rich moisturizer right after bathing. Ointments and creams may work better than lotions for dry skin but are often messier. Re-apply as needed throughout the day.
- Use a humidifier, and don't let indoor temperatures get too hot.
- Wear gloves when using cleaning agents, solvents, or household detergents.
Combimation
Your skin can be dry or normal in some areas and oily in others, such as the T-zone (nose, forehead, and chin). Many people have this type. It may need slightly different care in different areas.
Combination skin can have:
- Pores that look larger than normal, because they’re more open.
- Blackheads.
- Shiny skin.
Use these tips to help your Combination skin:
- As it may be worth combining care regimes for both dry and oily skin to keep balance.
- Gently exfoliate the skin to remove dead skin and to keep your complexion radiant.
- Try using jojoba oil as a daily moisturizer. It has a similar structure to sebum (the natural oils in our skin) and will help to balance the skin.
Oily
You may have:
- Enlarged pores.
- Dull or shiny, thick complexion.
- Blackheads, pimples, or other blemishes, oiliness can change depending upon the time of year or the weather.
Things that can cause or worsen it include:
- Puberty or other hormonal imbalances.
- Stress.
- Heat or too much humidity.
Sensitive
It can show up as:
- Redness.
- Itching.
- Burning.
- Dryness.
Use these tips to help your Sensitive skin:
- Avoid products with fragrances as this can often triggers irritation.
- Find out what your triggers are and avoid them.
- Try using to konjac sponge to cleanse the skin.
