NORMAL / BALANCED SKIN
While everyone’s skin is unique and normal to that person, “normal” in this case refers to the tendencies of your skin. What does normal skin mean for you? Your skin is not too oily and not too dry - It’s ‘giving’ Goldilocks. Your pores are hardly visible, and you’re not prone to blemishes or sensitivities. With the right care, you can easily have a naturally glowing complexion.
DRY SKIN
What does dry skin mean for you? This means your skin is definitely not 'giving' oily. If anything, it’s not oily enough! Dry skin gives you the benefit of having almost invisible pores and your skin can easily become glowing and radiant with the right care ritual. Unmanaged, dry skin can become inflamed, and red, have dull or scratchy patches, and crack. It can also have a scaly appearance.
OILY SKIN
This means you are likely to have thicker skin and fewer wrinkles! It's ‘giving’ forever young! However, because your skin tends to produce excess oils, it can often look shiny and you may be more prone to blemishes. You might also have bigger or more open pores. If you wear makeup, steer clear of thick, chemical-laden products that can clog your pores. Look for products that are non-comedogenic which basically means they won’t clog your pores.
COMBINATION SKIN
Combination skin is commonly dry or normal in some areas, but oily in the T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin). But what does combination skin mean for you? Because combination skin is so specific to the individual, you’re gonna wanna go on a little adventure of self-discovery to find out the needs of your specific combination. It’s ‘giving’ unique like a snowflake! This means you might have to deeply moisturize certain parts of your face, and apply oil-moderating products to others.
SENSITIVE SKIN
This means you are likely to experience irritant contact dermatitis (ICD) or have atopic dermatitis like eczema. In the case of ICD, repeated contact with an irritant on the outer layer of your skin causes redness, irritation, or rashes. Your skin may have a burning sensation and feel dry. Look for products formulated just for people with sensitive skin. An alternative is to go back to basics and use products with simple ingredients. Your skincare products shouldn’t have more than 10 ingredients. It’s ‘giving’ less is more!
MATURE SKIN
As you get older, you may be experiencing that your skin loses its elasticity and becomes thinner. You may also experience that your dead skin cells don't shed as easily and that you're not generating new healthy cells as quickly. This can give your skin a rougher look and feel. You may experience that your skin doesn't produce as many natural oils and that you have started becoming prone to dryness. You may also experience signs of discoloration or hyperpigmentation. The main takeaway here is that changes in your skin as you age are normal and beautiful (hello smile lines 😍), but you may be looking for ways to slow down the signs of aging and keep your skin looking youthful.
ACNE-PRONE SKIN
This is a common condition that actually includes several different skin types. Acne can be triggered by various factors, including hormonal changes, stress, sweat, humidity, medications, and oily skin or pore-clogging skin products. Generally speaking, people with acne-prone skin tend to have overactive oil glands, which can lead to an excessive amount of oil. This excess oil can easily clog the pores, leading to breakouts. So, what does acne-prone skin mean for you? Basically, this means that your skin might be more likely to become inflamed and irritated. You might experience acne on your face, neck, upper trunk, or your upper arms. While this may sound challenging, the good news is that you can reduce your risk of breakouts by reducing the amount of pore-clogging oil, dirt, dead skin cells, and bacteria on your skin.