Skin Types
iIt's highly recommended to learn your skin type before beginning on
any acne treatment. There are five main types of skin. The wisest move
you can take to the care of your skin, is to become acquainted with your
skin type.
Normal skin
Normal skin is the skin type that everyone would love to have. This is
commonly known as the “healthy” skin type. This skin type is not too
oily, nor too dry; it has few blemishes, and is usually smooth and firm
with tiny pores. Wrinkles are suitable in advanced age.
Oily Skin
This skin type can appear rough and oily; it can have recurring acne,
blackheads, and big pores. The skin's texture is thick and the touch is
usually sticky. This skin type often gives out a youthful appearance
resulting from the existence of its oil. Often people with this skin
type are prone to experience acne in their teenage and later years, as
well as develop sebaceous hyperplasia in their adulthood and advanced
years.
Dry Skin
This skin type can be caused because of the absence of water and the
exposure to harsh elements in the environment. These variables may make
the skin feel rather tight in the face and skin can literally flake off.
This skin type can lack natural oils, might seem quite flaky with little
pores, blackheads, and blemishes. Dry skin may easily become chapped
when there is not enough moisture. As this skin type gets older, it is
more prone than other types to grow wrinkled.
Sensitive Skin
Individuals with sensitive skin are more likely to suffer from
allergies, stings, burns, and rashes. This skin type may easily become
irritated and grow dark red and blotchy, to be affected by environmental
elements more than other skin types, and to be overly sensitive to
cosmetics.
Combination Skin
This depends on your skin type. This skin type is generally
characterized of being dry to normal around the eye area, and oily on
areas such as from the forehead down to the nose and chin.