Know your skin type for appropriate skincare treatments.

If you are serious about taking care of your skin, the first step is to know your skin type. Each skin type is different and they respond differently to climate, environment, products, and skincare treatments. Most skincare products are suitable for a specific type of skin. Some products suit multiple skin types, but the method to use may still differ for each skin type. So it is important to know your skin type for a healthy and glowing skin.

Normal Skin

People with this kind of skin are most fortunate. Normal skin is usually soft and supple. It does not feel dry or oily. In extreme weather however, normal skin can also become dry or oily. You still need to take care of your skin to keep it healthy and glowing.

Tips for normal skin: Enjoy the most easy to maintain skin. Apply sunscreen whenever you go outdoors. Properly moisturize your skin, but be careful not to over-moisturize.

Oily Skin

As its name suggests, this type of skin contains extra oils. Usually, oil appears to return within a couple of hours after washing. Persons with oily skin tend to have large pores and get acne easily.

Tips for oily skin: The persons with oily skin should be careful when selecting products for their skin. From a sunscreen to moisturizer, you should choose an oil free product. Water based products are best. Alcohol containing products tend to dry the skin, but people with most oily skin can benefit from it.

Combination Skin

Combination skin is usually oily in the T-zone, and the rest of the area is dry. The T-zone consists of forehead, nose, and chin. Both areas need different caring methods to get balanced.

Tips for combination skin: Needless to mention the sunscreen, it is a must for any skin type. Apply light moisturizers whenever needed. Use the products according to your needs. Wash it with a face-wash when you feel your skin oily, and moisturize it when you feel it dry.

Dry Skin

The dry skin is usually tight and exhausted, especially after washing. This type of skin tends to develop wrinkles around the eyes and mouth, and shows signs of aging early.

Tips for dry skin: Avoid the soaps and other products which tend to dry the skin. Watch for these ingredients as they tend to remove oil from the skin and thus are inappropriate for dry skin.

• Acetone
• Alcohol
• Benzoyl peroxide
• Camphor
• Citrus juices
• Eucalyptus
• Menthol
• Mints
• Salicylic acid

Sensitive Skin

Any skin can be sensitive at times. But some people have a skin which tends to be sensitive most of the time. Their skin often shows redness, burning, dryness, tightness, and irritation. Skincare treatments for sensitive skin can be a bit tricky.

Tips for sensitive skin: One strategy is to listen to your skin. Try to figure out which products work best for you. Your dermatologist can also help. Fragrances often cause irritation and other skin conditions, especially for sensitive skin. Use fragrance-free products whenever possible. The second important ingredient is preservative. It is virtually impossible to find products without any preservative, but you can try to figure out which preservatives your skin can tolerate. And remember! Be gentle with your skin and don’t rub it harshly.

Your skin has to last a lifetime. So take care of it, so that it can take care of you!