Various Type Of Skin

Which type of skin do you have? Knowing the type of skin that you are bestowed with can go along way in keeping acne at bay.

Normal Skin
This skin type contains a balanced amount of oil and moisture, making it soft , smooth and having a fine even tone appearance. The pores are fine and barely visible.Normal skin is a reflection of healthy life and good blood circulation.It is usually blemish-free.This is the type of skin everyone hope for. However, normal skin need to be taken care to prevent wrinkle and premature aging.Using soap,oil-based moisturizer,mask and sunscreen product go a long way in keeping normal skin healthy.

Oily Skin
Oily skin appears shiny and oily due to overactive production of sebum by sebaceous glands under the skin.The visible coarse pores make the skin prone to acne. Oily skin often present a youthful look. Oily skin require more regular and thorough cleansing due to dirt easily attracted the the skin surface and pores. Cleansing removes the skin surface of oil, dead skin cells and dirt , uncloggs the pores of hardened oil. Use oil-based cleanser to dissolve the sebum effectively. After cleansing it is important to apply a toning lotion to tighten the pores (for keeping dirt away) and heal the skin. Rose water based tonic is excellent for oily skin.Or use oil-free moisturizer to prevent excessive shining appearance.

Dry Skin
Dry skin look dry, dull and patchy due to its inability to retain the required amount of moisture and insufficient production of sebum. Dry skin can easily flakes and chaps.Appearance of wrinkle and fine expression lines are common for dry skin, however pores are not visible. Dry skin is often a problem in cold weather. Apply moisturizer to increase water content of the skin.This will make it soft and moist throughout the day.

Combination Skin
Combination skin is a combination of dry and oily skin. The oily areas on the face, are forehead, nose and chin which is also known as T-zone. The cheeks and the area around the eyes and mouth are normal to dry. Apply deep-pore cleanser and toner on the oily T-zone. Sensitive skin tends to be dry and easily get irritated. It is also prone to allergy and temperature fluctuations. Extra care should be taken for sensitive skin as it is prone to rashes breakout as an allergic response to ingredients used in cosmetic or moisturizer products. It is best to use natural or organic product for sensitive skin. Using a good sunscreen and moisturizer offer excellent protection for sensitive skin all days.