More than half of women are wrong about their skin type. How to define it correctly and what needs does each have?

According to statistics, more than half of women, or rather 63%, are wrong about their skin type. Therefore, many choose the wrong care products on their own and may inadvertently exacerbate some problems. A beautician tells you how to correctly determine your skin type and what kind of care is suitable for everyone.

Svetlana Vlasova, cosmetologist at MilFay beauty salons

Why is it important to know your skin type?

Owners of dry skin never use oily cleansers – they increase the feeling of tightness, cause peeling and discomfort. Owners of oily skin will not be suitable for dry cleansing milk – it will not be able to remove all excess sebum. This applies not only to cleansing, but also to skin care in general, so knowing your type is very important.

The main task in care oily skin Don’t let it be problematic. The oily type needs high-quality cleansing and mattifying, anti-inflammatory and healing agents twice a day. What will you choose? Non-comedogenic, alcohol- and oil-free products, mild exfoliators (fine peels or peels for problem skin), and moisturizing products. The oily type is also dehydrated and even sensitive. This often happens due to improperly chosen aggressive care – with the abuse of alcohol tonics, scrubs, acidic products and retinol.

For dry type It is not recommended to use products with acid and retinol, which cause irritation and peeling. The main motto of owners of dry skin is delicacy. What will you choose? Nourishing and moisturizing (moisture-retaining) hypoallergenic formulas with SPF filters, a night cream containing lipids in its composition (they help to form a natural protective layer of the epidermis) and delicate cleansing products. In addition, you can exfoliate or scrub twice a week to exfoliate the dead particles of the epidermis and renew the cells.

in care combination skin Choose nourishing, hydrating formulas to hydrate and soften dry areas, and light gels or liquids with a mattifying effect for the T-zone.

normal type It needs regular basic care to maintain beauty and health and protect against premature aging.

Can skin type change?

Although the type of facial skin is determined genetically, it can change throughout life with the effect of many factors (both internal and external). The state of the epidermis can be affected by hormonal changes: pregnancy, menopause, some hormonal diseases, puberty.

In addition, a change in the condition of the skin of the face may occur due to a sharp change in climate, changes in diet, regular stress, taking certain medications or incorrectly selected cosmetics. Whether it’s acne, dryness, flaking or excessive sebum production accompanied by hypersensitivity, proper care can fix any problem.

How to independently determine the skin type?

A dermatologist or cosmetologist will certainly help to do this, but you can independently determine the skin type as follows:

– If the face has no visible defects, the color is healthy and even, the relief is smooth (smooth), the skin is matte, there is no oily shine, the skin type normal.

– If the skin of the face is thin, pores are almost invisible on it, rashes are rare, skin type dry with a predisposition to hypersensitivity. Its main features are dryness, discomfort, tightness and peeling. Also, the dry type is most prone to premature aging and the appearance of fine wrinkles and lines of dehydration.

– If there is excessive oily shine and redness on the face (acne, post-acne), this oily skin type. It has uneven topography, texture, and an earthy complexion.

– If the above skin condition is typical for the T-zone (chin, forehead, nose) and the cheeks are dull and free of redness, this is combined a kind of.