The basis for beautiful skin is
genetically given to us by our parents. Maintaining it
is mostly connected to
our lifestyle and behaviour.~~ Anna Lotan
Not everyone is gifted with youthful and perfect-looking skin. Skin problems
are common and not every solution will necessarily work well for everyone. It
is always preferable to purchase the products best-suited for your skin type
and you should therefore start by finding out your skin type, if you want to
get the best care solution for your skin.
You can also do much to help your
skin by adopting a healthier lifestyle to provide better nourishment for your
skin. Making sure you are getting enough sleep, avoiding smoking,
maintaining an active lifestyle and ensuring proper hydration are just
examples.
SKIN TYPES:
Essentially, there are five commonly recognised basic skin types. If you
are not sure about which is your particular skin type, then you should consider
consulting with a skin care professional before embarking on any particular
home care regimen.
Combination Skin: This skin type
is very common and requires separate treatment for each area. It is oily down
the T-zone and dry on the cheeks.
Dry Skin: This type of skin
lacks both sebum and moisture. It looks fine textured, transparent, patchy and
fragile. The skin flakes and chaps more easily compared to other skin types.
Tiny expression lines may be obvious.
Oily Skin: This skin type has
over-reactive sebaceous (oil-producing) glands, which makes the face shiny
especially down the central panel (T-zone) of your nose, forehead and chin.
Sensitive Skin: This skin type,
especially, reacts externally and internally to changes in life. Both oily and
dry, it can be easily disturbed by skin-care products and cosmetics. It tends
to go blotchy and have broken veins at the same time. It may show a flushed or
reddened look and may even itch.
Normal Skin: This skin type has
a balanced oil and water content and it feels smooth and velvety. The colour of
the skin glows below the translucent surface. This skin type definitely needs
care if it is to last.
SKIN CONDITIONS:
These skin types may be further categorised by a series of recognised
skin conditions including - Mature, Dehydrated, Hyper-pigmented, Seborrhea,
Rosacea, Acne Prone and Couperose (Fragile).