When we talk about skin type, I believe the first thing we should look at is :
"WHAT INFLUENCES YOUR SKIN TYPE"
Almost everything can influence skin type—both external and internal elements can and do impact the way your skin looks and feels. To effectively evaluate your skin type;
Here are some of the factors that need to be considered, because it's possible that your skin is simply reacting to influences that are easily isolated or are within your control.
-Hormones
-Skin Disorders
-Genetic Predisposition
-Smoking & Secondhand Smoke
-Medications
-Diet
-Your Skin-Care Routine
-Stress
-Unprotected/Prolonged Sun Exposure
-Pollution
-Climate
ANOTHER PROBLEM IS INGREDIENTS YOU USE ON YOUR SKIN:
What many people don't realize is that the products they use can be worsening or even creating the very skin issue they are trying to resolve. For example, many products for treating acne contain high amounts of alcohol or other irritating ingredients (peppermint, menthol, citrus) which dry and irritate your skin, triggering more oil production! For instance,
1. Is difficult to know your skin type if you are using products that contain irritants
2. If you use overly-emollient or thick-textured products you can clog pores, potentially cause or worsen milia, and prevent skin cells from exfoliating, which makes your skin look dull.
3. If you overly scrub your skin you can damage the barrier of skin causing more wrinkles and dry skin.
In order to know for sure how your skin really behaves, you have to figure out if your products are to be blame. Here are some frequent materials found in all types of skin-care products:
-Alcohol
-Menthol
-Thick Emollients
-Pore-Clogging Waxes
-Fragrance (even those derived from essential oils)
-Abrasive Scrubbing Agents
-Harsh/Drying Cleansing Agents
-Irritants (organic & synthetic)
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR REAL SKIN TYPE:
Once you can identify the main problem, then you are getting closer to being able to determine your actual skin type. A good thing to keep in mind is that almost everyone at some time or another has combination skin. That's because the center area of your face naturally has more oil glands, so you are more likely to be oily or have clogged pores in the "T-Zone." Likewise, it is typical for some areas of your face (the eye area, around the nose) to be more sensitive.
NOTE:
Before taking your bath in the morning, it's best to wash your face with a gentle cleanser, apply a state-of-the-art toner "that has antioxidants and skin-repairing ingredients" in it, then wait two hours to see what your skin does without additional products or makeup.
TO EFFECTIVELY EVALUATE YOUR SKIN TYPE FOLLOW THIS UP:
1. Some areas are oily & some areas are dry - (Combination skin)
2. Most areas appear dry, flaky, matte or feel tight- (Dry to very dry skin)
3. Redness (but not pimples) - (Sensitive Rosacea)
4. Moderate breakouts around hormone cycles - (Acne or blemish prone skin)
5. Lines evident around eyes, mouth, and/or cheeks - (Aging wrinkles )
6. Persistent breakouts (some scarring) - (Acne or blemish prone skin)
7. Some fine lines and/or skin discolorations - (Sun damage)
8. Some areas have red, dry, flaky patches that swell, burn or itch - (Sensitive Rosacea)
9. 4 hours after cleansing, skin has excess oil - Oily skin - (Oily skin)
10. No signs of oiliness or dryness, can be sensitive - (Normal skin)
"WHAT INFLUENCES YOUR SKIN TYPE"
Almost everything can influence skin type—both external and internal elements can and do impact the way your skin looks and feels. To effectively evaluate your skin type;
Here are some of the factors that need to be considered, because it's possible that your skin is simply reacting to influences that are easily isolated or are within your control.
-Hormones
-Skin Disorders
-Genetic Predisposition
-Smoking & Secondhand Smoke
-Medications
-Diet
-Your Skin-Care Routine
-Stress
-Unprotected/Prolonged Sun Exposure
-Pollution
-Climate
ANOTHER PROBLEM IS INGREDIENTS YOU USE ON YOUR SKIN:
What many people don't realize is that the products they use can be worsening or even creating the very skin issue they are trying to resolve. For example, many products for treating acne contain high amounts of alcohol or other irritating ingredients (peppermint, menthol, citrus) which dry and irritate your skin, triggering more oil production! For instance,
1. Is difficult to know your skin type if you are using products that contain irritants
2. If you use overly-emollient or thick-textured products you can clog pores, potentially cause or worsen milia, and prevent skin cells from exfoliating, which makes your skin look dull.
3. If you overly scrub your skin you can damage the barrier of skin causing more wrinkles and dry skin.
In order to know for sure how your skin really behaves, you have to figure out if your products are to be blame. Here are some frequent materials found in all types of skin-care products:
-Alcohol
-Menthol
-Thick Emollients
-Pore-Clogging Waxes
-Fragrance (even those derived from essential oils)
-Abrasive Scrubbing Agents
-Harsh/Drying Cleansing Agents
-Irritants (organic & synthetic)
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR REAL SKIN TYPE:
Once you can identify the main problem, then you are getting closer to being able to determine your actual skin type. A good thing to keep in mind is that almost everyone at some time or another has combination skin. That's because the center area of your face naturally has more oil glands, so you are more likely to be oily or have clogged pores in the "T-Zone." Likewise, it is typical for some areas of your face (the eye area, around the nose) to be more sensitive.
NOTE:
Before taking your bath in the morning, it's best to wash your face with a gentle cleanser, apply a state-of-the-art toner "that has antioxidants and skin-repairing ingredients" in it, then wait two hours to see what your skin does without additional products or makeup.
TO EFFECTIVELY EVALUATE YOUR SKIN TYPE FOLLOW THIS UP:
1. Some areas are oily & some areas are dry - (Combination skin)
2. Most areas appear dry, flaky, matte or feel tight- (Dry to very dry skin)
3. Redness (but not pimples) - (Sensitive Rosacea)
4. Moderate breakouts around hormone cycles - (Acne or blemish prone skin)
5. Lines evident around eyes, mouth, and/or cheeks - (Aging wrinkles )
6. Persistent breakouts (some scarring) - (Acne or blemish prone skin)
7. Some fine lines and/or skin discolorations - (Sun damage)
8. Some areas have red, dry, flaky patches that swell, burn or itch - (Sensitive Rosacea)
9. 4 hours after cleansing, skin has excess oil - Oily skin - (Oily skin)
10. No signs of oiliness or dryness, can be sensitive - (Normal skin)
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