What is your skin type? Don’t
know? Then this article is only for you. A product (be it cleanser/
moisturizer/ toner/ sunscreen) will not give the same result to those who have
used because of their different skin type.
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Knowing your skin type is the first step to
follow a healthy skin care regime. You can categorize your skin according to
whether it is oily, dry, normal, sensitive, or a combination of these
conditions.
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If you misdiagnose your skin type and use the
wrong products, it can harm your skin and lead to irritation, excess oil,
breakouts or drying out skin which can make wrinkles more apparent.
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Skin type typically remains the same. Skin
conditions might also change over time, or can be affected by environment, age,
lifestyle, bad habits or hormone changes.
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For example, your skin may get more oily in
summer but needs to be slathered with lotion in the winter. Or most of the
girls experience more acne or oily skin as a teenager or you might get pimples/
rashes after marriage or at certain times in your cycle or pigmentation, dark
spots after pregnancy or with ageing.
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Don’t worry. You may have to find out some
separate ones to tackle temporary concerns. But for these your first step is to
know your skin type, second step is get a solid skincare routine of products
that match your skin type coupled with a healthy diet.
Skin Type depends on certain factors such as
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Ø Simple
Genetics
Ø Climate
Ø Hormones
Ø Medications
Ø Diet/Allergies
Ø Skin
Care regime
How to Identify Your Skin Type
It’s a simple test. Just follow these steps.
Step 1: Wash
your face with a gentle cleanser to remove all makeup, oil and dirt before
going to bed.
Step 2: Pat
face dry with a soft towel and leave skin bare. Don’t apply any moisturizers or
serums. Let your skin act naturally overnight. (It’s tough but one night for
the test)
Step 3: Next
morning look closely and note the quality of your skin.
After washing face & leaving it for
overnight as it is, next morning if your skin feels…….
There is no hard and fast rule, skin types can commonly
fall into different age groups. Teens and those in their early 20’s typically
experience more oily skin as this is when sebaceous glands are most active. Mid
to late 20’s and early 30’s usually have combination skin. And, mid 30’s and
older tend to lean toward dry skin since our skin loses its ability to produce
oil and retain moisture as we age.
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Dry Skin
If you have dry skin you should know certain factors.
Causes:
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Simple Genetics & Hormones
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Simply your skin produces less oil (or sebum)
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Dry climate
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AC during summer for a long time
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Heaters during cold weather for a long time
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Not drinking enough water ( 10 – 12 glasses)
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Hot showers/baths
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Side effects of medecines
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Age factor (metabolic changes can cause our
skin to get drier and thinner as we get older).
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Not having a healthy diet
What to Avoid & Follow:
1. Avoid
long, hot showers since it wicks moisture from skin , 10 to 15 minutes in water
that is comfortable, but not too hot is fine. Do not shower more than once per
day.
2. Use
moisturizer after showering. If it is too dry use it twice a day ( morning ,
night)
3. Use
mild, gentle, non scented soaps. Don't scrub hard when you wash, this will
further dry your skin.
4. Avid
alcohol and sulfate-based products, which can strip your skin’s natural oils.
5. If
you use a AC / heater / live in a dry climate, consider getting a humidifier( a
bowl / bucket of normal water) for your home or bedroom.
6. If you are washing dishes, using strong soaps,
or cleaning chemicals wear gloves / apply moisturizer after washing hands.
7. Protect
your skin from harsh weather. This includes wind, sunshine, and hot and cold
temperatures. All can contribute to drying out your skin. Cover up as much as
you can and wear sunscreen, even when it is cold, but sunny.
8.
Have plenty of water (8-10 glasses)
9.
Have a healthy diet (full of antioxidant
, fiber etc)
10. No
smoking & drinking or any kind of addiction that might be harmful to your
skin health.
Oily Skin
If you are an oily skin person you should certain
factors.
Cause:
·
Genetics structure & Hormones
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Your sebaceous glands overproduce oil (sebum)
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Due to humid climate
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Not following proper skin care regime
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Not having a healthy diet
What to Avoid & Follow:
1. Avoid
Oil-based cleansers, moisturizers and makeup since these will clog our pores
and you will end up having blackheads , whiteheads and pimples.
2. Using
only beauty products which are labeled as noncomedogenic. This means that they
have been tested and demonstrated not to clog pores. This is particularly
important if you wear makeup.
3. Do
not pick or squeeze pimples and blackheads, these can cause irritation, scars
& dark spot.
4. Use
mild, gentle, non scented soaps.
5. Avoid
alcohol and sulfate-based products, which can strip your skin’s natural oils.
6. Have
plenty of water (8-10 glasses)
7. Have
a healthy diet (full of antioxidant , fiber etc)
8. No
smoking & drinking or any kind of addiction that might be harmful to your
skin health.
Combination Skin
If you are a combination skin person you should know
these factors.
Causes:
·
Genetics structure & Hormones
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Your sebaceous glands overproduce oil (sebum)
in the T-zone
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Not following proper skin care regime
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Imbalance in treating Oily & Dry area
differently
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Not having a healthy diet
What to Avoid & Follow:
1. Carefully
handle oily & dry/normal area
2. For
oily area use only products that are labeled as noncomedogenic.
3. Protect
your skin from extreme temperatures, wind, and harsh chemicals.
4. Have
plenty of water (8-10 glasses)
5. Have
a healthy diet (full of antioxidant , fiber etc)
6. No
smoking & drinking or any kind of addiction that might be harmful to your
skin health.
Normal Skin
If you are a normal skin person , you are so lucky, enjoy
it....everyone will be jealous of you including me also.
Cause:
·
Genetics structure & Hormones
What to Avoid & Follow:
1. Normal
skin is one of the first skin types to show signs of aging. So include some
anti-aging and hydrating products in your skincare routine.
2. Follow
a proper skin care regime
3. Have
plenty of water (8-10 glasses)
4. Have
a healthy diet (full of antioxidant , fiber etc)
5. No
smoking & drinking or any kind of addiction that might be harmful to your
skin health.
Sensitive Skin
If you are a sensitive skin person , you should always be
extra careful about your skin.
Cause:
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Genetics structure & Hormones
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Weather
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The water you use might not be suitable for
your skin.
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Not having a healthy diet
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The products you use (makeup, lotions, soap,
laundry detergent, etc.), can include fragrances or harsh chemicals which can
aggravate skin sensitivities or allergies.
What to Avoid & Follow:
1. Always
do a 24 hour test patch on skin before applying a new product to your entire
face.
2. Products
with lots of synthetic fragrance, heavy dyes or harsh chemicals might inflame
potential allergies or irritations.
3. Try
to stick to your skin care products, do not very often experiment with your
skin care regime.
4. Become
best friends with samples, don’t waste your money or time returning a product
you ultimately won’t be able to use.
5. Have
plenty of water (8-10 glasses)
6. Have
a healthy diet (full of antioxidant , fiber etc)
Over all skin care tips for all types of
skin:
1. To
maintain a healthy, glowing, vibrant skin throughout the year, you should
2. Wash
away oils, dead skin, and dirt daily with a gentle cleanser twice a day.
3. Next
apply toner as per your skin type ,
specially on your oily area.
4. Combat
wrinkles by using a moisturizer.
5. Apply
sunscreen; this will protect your skin from sun damage.
6. Don't
sleep in your make up. It can cause dryness and breakouts.
7. Don't
smoke. Smoking will make your skin look older, more wrinkled and less healthy.
If you already smoke, quitting will improve your skin quality.
8. Have
plenty of water (8-10 glasses)
9. Have
a healthy diet (full of antioxidant, fiber etc)
10. Try
to use natural homemade beauty products.
If this article is useful to you then do let me know in the comment section. Thanks for reading.
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