Do you know which type of skin you belong to in the group of basic skin types? Have you chosen the right cosmetics for your skin type? Different skin types need different nutrients and moisture. Therefore, to have the best skincare routine, we must correctly identify our skin type. Let’s learn about the characteristics and things to remember when caring for each skin type in the article below.

HOW MANY BASIC TYPES OF SKIN ARE THERE?

Usually, depending on the general condition of the skin, experts will classify skin into specialized groups based on similar characteristics. Based on those characteristics, skin is divided into the following basic types:

•  Normal skin: This is the highly rated skin type among the 4 types and is considered the type of skin that is least susceptible to damage caused by hormones or the environment.

• Oily skin: This skin type secretes a lot of sebum (usually a form of Lipid to protect and balance skin moisture). Therefore, this skin type is most susceptible to acne and pore problems.

•  Dry skin: Unlike oily skin, dry skin cannot produce its oil or secretes very little oil. This causes the skin to become dry, tight, and prone to peeling and cracking. More seriously, you will experience premature aging problems.

•  Combination skin: This type of skin has both the characteristics of oily skin and dry skin. The most common features of combination skin are excessive oil secretion in the T-zone and dry cheeks.

•  Sensitive skin: This skin is easily irritated, thin, or peels off tiny patches of dead cells and often has small, faint blood vessels under the skin.

Different types of skin will have distinct characteristics. (Photo: Internet)

Many people often confuse basic skin types and skin conditions. Skin condition refers to the state of that skin over time. For example, your skin is normal. If acne appears due to the influence of dust and smoke, this is a condition of acne on normal skin.

The skin condition can change and be intervened quickly, but skin type is difficult to change and improve its characteristics.

HOW DO YOU KNOW YOUR SKIN TYPE?

Each skin type will have its distinguishing characteristics, which will reflect the nature of the skin.

•  Normal skin: Normal skin has the best moisture balance, so it will not suffer from aging or damage problems. People with normal skin will not experience peeling or large pores.

•  Oily skin: Oily skin easily secretes a lot of sebum, so pores are often large, and acne easily appears.

•  Dry skin: Tightness, peeling, and itching are common signs of the skin that do not secrete sebum to balance moisture. If dry skin is left untreated, mild scaling or peeling may occur.

•  Combination skin: Due to combining the characteristics of normal and oily skin, combination skin will have features such as an oily T-zone (forehead, chin, and nose), large and easily clogged pores, and dry skin on the cheeks.

•  Sensitive skin: Don’t rub too hard when washing your face. Rubbing will cause the skin to become irritated and the protective epidermis to easily peel off, causing the skin to become thinner and thinner. You should use moisturizer regularly to regenerate healthy skin.

A separate care process for each skin type is required. (Photo: Internet)

SOME NOTES WHEN CARING FOR BASIC SKIN TYPES

In general, all skin needs care from the inside and outside. Drinking enough water and supplementing with vitamins keep your skin healthy. In addition, no matter what your skin type is, three steps, including cleansing, moisturizing, and sun protection, will contribute to its youthfulness.

Depending on each skin type, there will be notes when taking care of it.

For oily skin: Cleansing is critical in shrinking pores and avoiding acne problems. People with oily skin need a good oil-control product.

For dry skin: Depending on the dryness of your skin, you need to pay attention to appropriate moisturizing to avoid peeling or stiffness. Moisturizing dry skin is the most vital step in the skin care process. Dry skin is weak and is very susceptible to aging. Collagen must live in water, so lack of water means lack of Collagen, leading to sagging skin, forming wrinkles, etc., called aging. Hydrating B5 Gel is the most suitable moisturizer for this skin type because it contains Hyaluronic Acid, the most famous moisturizing molecule currently, with the ability to hold water 1000 times greater than its weight. In addition, the product adds Niacinamide (a form of Vitamin B3 known as the golden ingredient in cosmetics), preventing oxidation, enhancing skin immunity, creating a protective barrier for the skin against external factors, minimizing brown spots, freckles, or acne bruises on the skin.

Acne skin: Like oily skin, acne-prone skin must prioritize cleaning more than ever. If the skin is not cleaned, pores become clogged, and bacteria, sebum, and dirt cannot escape, causing more acne to grow.

If you need more advice on the best way to care for your skin, come to m:skinlab Vietnam to receive direct guidance from dermatologists and spa therapists on the appropriate skin care process and categorize your skin. Wishing you all gorgeous!