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Know Your Skin Type
Oily, dry, combination or sensitive: learn how to spot your skin type and care for it.
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By Aesthetic Team
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Knowing your skin type is the first step to choosing products that actually work. Here is a simple way to find yours.
The Simple Skin Test
Wash your face with a gentle cleanser, pat dry, and wait one hour without applying anything. Then notice how your skin feels and looks.
The Four Main Types
Oily skin looks shiny all over. Dry skin feels tight or flaky. Combination skin is oily in the T-zone and normal or dry on the cheeks. Sensitive skin gets red or irritated easily.
Care Tips for Each
Oily skin loves light gels and gentle cleansers. Dry skin needs rich creams and hydrating serums. Combination skin does best with balanced, lightweight formulas. Sensitive skin needs fragrance-free, soothing products.
Skin Type vs. Skin Concern
Your skin type is how your skin naturally behaves, such as oily or dry. A skin concern, like acne or dark spots, can happen with any type. Knowing both helps you choose the right products.
When Your Skin Changes
Weather, stress, hormones, and age can all change your skin. If your products suddenly feel too heavy or too harsh, your skin may need a small routine adjustment.
When to See a Dermatologist
If you have constant irritation, painful breakouts, or changes that do not improve, speak to a dermatologist. Professional advice can save you time and protect your skin.
Key Takeway
Your skin can change with seasons, stress, and age, so check in with it every few months and adjust your routine.
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