Skin is a big deal.
It’s the largest organ in the body and one of the most complicated. Not only does the skin hold everything in, it also plays a crucial role in providing an airtight, watertight and flexible barrier between the outside world and the highly regulated systems within the body.
The skin is unique in many ways. There is a huge focus on skin health, with fierce competition to have glowing, clearer, healthier, younger and fresher skin. And this focus can cause secondary problems with self-esteem and mental health.
When it comes to taking care of your skin, identifying your skin type is the first step.
Before buying cleansers, moisturizers or foundations, you should understand how your skin behaves and why.
Skin types are complex and ever-changing. Many factors influence your skin type, including your environment, hormones, genetic inclinations, diet, stress, and sun exposure. When determining where your skin falls in the skin type spectrum, it’s important to keep these factors in mind.
There are 5 types of skin
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🌸 Normal skin: is not too dry or oily; it falls in that desirable in-between place.
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🌸 Dry skin: skin that is tight, flaky and lacking in moisture.
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🌸 Oily skin: this skin type is shiny and prone to breakouts and acne.
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🌸 Combination skin: it exhibits multiple skin types at once.
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🌸 Sensitive skin: Sensitive skin is skin that is easily aggravated by harsh products or the weather, resulting in rashes, stinging and/or blotchy patches.
Our tips for each skin type
Coded by Andreia Duarte
Text sources: theconversation.com | SkinVision