When it comes to skincare, always remember that your skin type can affect the result of your product. Each person's skin has unique needs, what works for one person might not be suitable for another and may cause irritation, breakouts, or imbalances. So it's crucial to identify your skin type and apply the products accordingly.
Main Skin Types & Routine
There are three main types of skincare that we need to understand before following any skin care.
1- Oily Skin
Oily skin occurs when your body produces sebum due to dehydration.
Signs of Oily Skin
- Regular Breakouts
- Persistently Shiny & Greasy Appearance
- Large, visible, open pores on your face
Skin Care Routine For Oily Skin
To overcome the challenges of oily skin and maintain healthy skin, it’s essential to follow a consistent skincare routine. We can divide the skincare routine into the following steps:
- Cleansing
Cleanse the face twice a day with foaming cleansers often preferred to remove the excess oil from the skin’s surface.
- Toner
After cleansing, applying toner will help minimize enlarged pores and impurities if left, even after cleansing.
- Serum
Adding hydrating and oil-control serum to a daily routine before moisturizing can be very impactful in balancing oil production and making the skin well-nourished.
- Moisturizer
Gel-based moisturizer is perfectly fine for Oily skin as it hydrates your skin without being greasy and prepares for sunscreen.
- Sunscreen
Last but not least, apply sunscreen on your face. It's crucial to select the right sunscreen that provides effective protection without a greasy effect and offers a matte finish with a lightweight texture.
2- Dry Skin
Dry skin can be caused by using the wrong product, Environmental factors, aging, etc
Signs of Dry Skin
- When the skin loses enough moisture it causes cracks to form.
- Skin started to peel off and sometimes it bleeds.
- Itchy and irritated skin especially in winter
Skin Care for Dry Skin
- Cleanser
Foaming cleansers can be harsh and irritating for the skin so applying cream-based and hydrating cleansers twice a day can help maintain moisture balance.
- Serum
Hydrating and nourishing serum (Like Glycerine and Hydraulic Acid) helps to retain moisture and repair dry damaged skin.
- Moisturizer
After serum to create a protective layer using a generous amount of moisturizer in the morning and night is crucial for maintaining a balanced moisture level. Cream-based moisturizers are the perfect fit for dry skin.
- Sunscreen
Sunscreen is essential for all skin types so select and apply hydrating sunscreen to create a protective layer from the sun.
3- Combination Skin
How to Identify Combination Skin?
It's easy to check whether your skin is a combination below are the signs
- The forehead, Nose, and chin have a shiny and oily appearance
- Dry and rough texture outside T-Zone
- Uneven skin Texture
Skin Care for Combination Skin
It could be challenging to create a balance if you have a combination skin. Here is how to choose the right products.
- Cleanser
Start your skincare routine in the morning and night with cleansing. Applying a Gel-based cleanser can be a rational decision as it is non-greasy and has a soothing effect.
- Serum
Using lightweight gel and hydrating serum is suitable to address and balance both oily and dry skin texture.
- Moisturizer
Applying lightweight and creamy moisturizer will help refresh your skin without oiliness and dryness.
- Sunscreen
Opt for fluid or gel-based sunscreen as it absorbs quickly and provides protection to the skin without feeling heavy on the skin.