Understanding Your Skin Type

UNDERSTANDING YOUR SKIN TYPE Caring for your skin means first being aware of your skin type and the right products to complement your complexion. Skin types can change, so you may need to update your routine at some point in your life. Stress and hormonal changes can also affect your skin. Plus, you may need different skin products during your menstrual cycle or during different seasons. DO YOU HAVE NORMAL SKIN? add a natural cucumber toner Neither oily nor dry Very few discolorations or variances in tone/pigment Blemish free Appears smooth and clear - pores barely visible DO YOU HAVE OILY SKIN? try an astringent, citrus-based cleanser Shiny appearance Enlarged pores Prone to acne and blackheads DO YOU HAVE DRY SKIN? try a soothing chamomile moisturizer Flaky, dry or red patches Tight appearance with small pores Looks dull or lackluster Wrinkles and lines may develop more easily DO YOU HAVE SENSITIVE SKIN? try a soothing green tea extract Blotchy patches Redness spots Prone to rashes and irritation Broken capillaries May feel itching or burning DO YOU HAVE COMBINATION SKIN? try a skin softening, rosemary extract Areas around chin, forehead and nose may be oily Areas around eyes, hair and jaw lines often dry Prone to blackheads Large pores DETERMINING YOUR 1.) First wash your face and and gently pat dry. SKIN TYPE: 2.) Then, leave your face alone for a few hours without putting any makeup or products on. Using oil blotting paper, dab on one area of the face at a time. 3.) 4.) Look at the paper to see which areas leave an oily residue on the paper (if any). Remember, different areas of the face such as the nose and forehead are naturally a little oily. Lotions & Creams Sunscreen MATCHING PRODUCTS TO for dry skin for all skin types YOUR SKIN TYPE? SUN Gels & Liquids for oily skin Liquids, Lotions & Serums for different areas of combination skin Liquids, Lotions & Serums for different areas of sensitive skin Source: HealthCentral http://www.healthcentral.com/skin-care/c/1443/162736/understanding-skin-types/