Knowing your skin type is absolutely necessary in order to make a right decision about a proper skin care or treatment, which is suitable for your particular skin needs. The initial quality, or type, of your skin is genetically determined – meaning that you are born with it.
However, the health and beauty of your skin later in life largely depends on what you eat and how you take care of yourself. A popular Russian saying states that, after the age of 30, a woman looks the way she deserves …To always look great, the first step is to determine your skin type so that you can match it with the best recommended methods to improve your look and slow the aging process.
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Generally, we can single out five basic skin types: normal, dry, oily, combination, and sensitive, with each having particular characteristics and requiring specific care and/or treatment.
To determine your type, use a simple test with a clean facial tissue (or paper) to wipe your face in the morning, when you have just woken up:
1. Normal Skin …
If you skin belongs to a normal type, the tissue will not reveal any traces of oil. Your skin should feel vibrant, elastic, and supple. Normal skin is the least problematic type.
It looks clean and smooth and has a good circulation and healthy complexion. Even with a minimum care, it will look good well into your advanced age.
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2. Dry Skin …
If your skin is dry, the paper will be clean, too, but your face skin will feel flaky, dry, and tight after you have wiped it.
Dry skin can easily develop a sallow tone, wrinkles, and fine pores, and it is very prone to aging and irritating. It might still look great on a young person, but, to keep it healthy, you should apply thorough care and use regular treatment with natural masks and moisturizers.
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3. Oily Skin …
If you have oily skin, the paper will have spots of facial oil on it, corresponding to the areas of your cheeks, nose, and forehead. Oily skin is problematic – it usually looks greasy, thick, coarse, and shiny, has enlarged pores, and tends to break into acne.
A good thing, though, is that oily skin is not prone much to aging and wrinkling. Careful cleaning, minimizing of carbohydrate consumption, and avoiding rich creams can be helpful in improving the quality of oily skin.
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Dear Mrs Amanda Brown
I am 28 years old Indian women, I have oily skin which always getting
pimples, red skin and looks shiny but I dont know how to care it
I used so many creams there is no good result. Please help me.
Best regards
Thanking You
Wahida,
Thanks for writing to us. I have oily skin that is prone to acne too and I know how terrible it can be. I try to get in plenty of fruits and veggies into my diet. Drink plenty of water! Wash your face with a gentle facewash 2-3 times a day. If you have tried and tested products that do not work for you, I’d suggest visiting a nearby dermatologist. You have no idea how much they can help. Trust me I know! :)
Wahida, i really think you should try Cetaphil’s daily cleanser and their moisturizer. It has seriously worked wonders on my skin. It controls oily skin and i no longer have breakouts every week. Together this costs about 16 dollars, which if you are like me you have spent more money on just one product and hoping it works miracles, however this is the miracle worker. I do not advertise for cetaphil, i just know how it is and i thought i would try to help as best as I could.
Kanzie:)
Hi Amanda :)
i really need some tips on spots, as i have oily skin i have spots on my chin, cheeks and forehead. I’m very shy around people and I’m very embarrassed and stressed out from having spots. Everybody in my year have spots that seems to disappear in 2-6 days and mine last for decades. I’m only 13 and i always feel that im meant to be going out and having fun but i don’t because i feel unconformable and when i talk to people i always think they are starring at them. Also people judge me. If i had no spots, i would be a completely different person but because i have spots i cant be the person that i want to be. This is really tough on me and i just really need them to go. I really cant take this anymore, its taking over my life!
Write back :)
Hannah.
Hey Hannah,
The good news is that spots do go away….eventually. You’re just at that age where hormones act up and acne is normal. I know socialising can be hard and uncomfortable. But don’t let acne rule your life. I would suggest getting in as many fruits and veggies as you can. Nothing cleans up your system quite like water. Find a good acne cream for you. Now because you’re so young, I wouldn’t advise you to experiment on your own. Visit a good dermatologist and he will take care of it. Remember there’s only so much you can do so you might as well have fun!
i have dry skin on my cheeks and oily also on some parts of my cheeks. i also have some scarring from acne, but its not permanant, i just dont know how to get rid of it, any help? and also i get these huge red zits, and i wash my face every night and every morning, so a little help on that too please?
Laura,
Marks are a little hard to get rid of. I’ve had some rather stubborn ones for a while. My dermatologist actually suggested chemical peeling. I started off with once a week and now I’m down to once a month. Its worked wonders on the more recent marks. As for the older ones, the best the dermatologist could do was fade them. But something’s better than nothing. As for your other query, we will have posts with acne help really soon. Keep visiting us! :)
HI I would like to know how do you get rid of those purple/red marks on your nose after you get a zit/pimple and also how to get rid of an oily nose for me that’s the only part on my face that’s oily also how do I get rid of redness of the cheeks i Have some redness on my cheeks and i dont know how to get rid of it
Hi Claire,
Have you tried lemon juice for acne scars. I’ve found that a regular application usually reduces the scars. Also, there are plenty of acne creams with hydrogen peroxide that peel the skin to take away the marks. I’d suggest consulting a dermatologist before though considering these medications can be quite strong.
i have a normal skin type and it has pimples which is lowering ma self esteem. please help me on how to get ride of pimples
Hi Sophy,
Looks like these posts are for you:
http://allwomenstalk.com/15-top-foods-to-get-rid-of-acne/
http://allwomenstalk.com/10-best-ways-to-get-rid-of-acne-fast/
http://allwomenstalk.com/12-best-tips-on-treating-acne/
http://allwomenstalk.com/10-best-ways-to-get-rid-of-acne-fast/
Hello, Amanda.
Help!i can’t diagnose my skin type. >< I have oily skin on my cheek but i have dry patches around my mouth. i only tend to breakout on my
forehead and chin when my period is due.
Hi Sue,
Your skin type is no. 4…combination skin.
hi,
i have got some light brown marks on my cheeks. what is that actually and what can be done to remove them. i prefer natural remedies.
Hey Sara,
Well it’s impossible to diagnose your brown marks without actually seeing them. And I don’t think I could help much even if I did. Why don’t you visit a dermatologist. I’m sure he’ll be able to answer all your questions and guide you the right way.
Or you could ask an Esthetician. They are Skin Therepist trained to help treat these kinds or conditions.
Hey Ashley,
that is a good suggestion you have. Though Sara if you can’t find an Esthetician (they’re a bit more specialised), you could always refer to a dermatologist.
Hi,
I am having a hard time determining my skin type and remedies to control my acne. I breakout along the side of my face (cheeks up to side hairline) and occasionally I would breakout on my forehead and chin around my period. The breakout on my cheeks are a combo of pustules and papules and even when I take care of it properly I still end up with blemishes and red spots.
After I wash my face it feels tight but later in the day its looks shiny and feels oily. Also Im not sure if it is sensitive due to the development of reddish and scaly areas and prone to breaking into spots
Hey Joi,
I would peg you down as having combination skin that is prone to acne. When you say you ‘take care of it’ what exactly are you doing? Are you using some kind of acne crea, for it?
Dear, Amanda
I use to have really oily skin in my T-zone, then i started using a new face kit and now my skin wont stop peeling and it’s all flaky and it will be fine till the middle of the day (or if it’s really cold outside then it flakys all day) and then it’s flaky and gross it makes me cry and i can’t even look at ppl in the eyes because i’m scared they’ll look at me and make fun of me. I just can’t take it anymore. I need some help i’ve suffered from acne my whole life and i just want a break.
Please help!
Thank you, Abby
Hey Abby,
I think its about time you visit a dermatologist. Your skin seems to make you so so miserable. So why not just go to someone who can help. Also, if you haven’t already stopped, stop using the face kit NOW.
sheila,
what is chemical peeling?
Hey Laura,
I would try to explain it in my own words but I think I’d rather leave this to Wikipedia. Here you go!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemical_peel
hi there, I need help to find what skin type I am. I’m 21 and been using normal day creams but I’ve noticed that I get spots and red marks from them as they are not suitable for my skin. When I wash my face my skin get tite but my nose gets a little bit oily after a while and I get dryness around my checks. Please I need serious advice.
Hey Aroos,
Sounds like you have combination skin. Also, if the creams you use don’t seem to suit you, stop using them.
thanks for your reply but can suggest any day cream for my skin type?
Hey Aroos,
How about this one by Clarins. Seems to have some nice reviews. And it’s for normal to dry skin
http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P201429&categoryId=B70
hi I’m lexi I’m 13 I wanted to know how do I stop my nose from being so oliy like its so annoying,my brother makes fun of me because of it,and also why my cheeks are red and well pretty much all my face is oliy I don’t touch my face after I eat greasy stuff in fact I have stoped eating greasy stuff but it never goes away and on the side of my nose its oliy and little pieces of skin are there and idk I feel ugly when ever I’m with friend because there pretty and have clear skin
hi , i am 23 yrs old. i am confused with my skin type.when i wash my face it feels dry later after some time i feel its very oily.
I have also started developing fine lines near my mouth and nose and i also have pimples and fine pores.
but my body skin is very very dry and flaky.plz suggest me some remedies.
Hey falak,
You might be making the mistake that many of us make by not choosing the right products for our skin-care. If your skin normally (not right after a wash) feels oily, it probably is. Why don’t you try the test suggested in this post. And as for the dryness after a wash, if its too dry then it probably means you’re using a face-wash that is not suitable for your skin type.
Also, as far as the body skin is concerned, a lot of us do have different skin types on the face and the body. You need to keep your skin moisturised to avoid the extra dryness.
And also you should visit a dermatologist for a more professional and personalised opinion
Hi Amanda Browm , M Niti and m 19yrs old.I have been suffering a lot from skin problems. My skin is too different from others, after washing my face my skin seem to be very dry but again after some hours it becomes oily and i have also got lots of pimples around my forehead an now its slowly getting into my nose and cheeks. M too worried about my skin . So plz give me some solution.
Hey Niti,
to begin with honey, make sure you are using the right products to wash your face with. If you are using a soap, you need to stop doing that and get a suitable face wash for your skin type (oily or combination – take the test above to figure this out). and as for the acne breakouts, there’s a lot that you could do.. these articles should be able to help you out
http://allwomenstalk.com/12-best-tips-on-treating-acne/
http://allwomenstalk.com/15-top-foods-to-get-rid-of-acne/
http://allwomenstalk.com/8-best-anti-acne-products-expert-reviews/
http://allwomenstalk.com/13-things-that-cause-acne/
we do have more posts on acne too that you should look up honey.
Hey,
I’m 15, soon to be 16, and my skin was normal for the most part. But I’ve been noticing my skin seeming to get more oily, and I attributed it to me being a teenager. But I don’t really know what products I should use since I’m basically the opposite of combination skin– my cheeks and around my nose and chin are oily, while my forehead is drier. And unfortunately, I’ve never had acne, but now I’m always getting red pimples on the apples of my cheeks, one after another! :( Is my skin considered oily or dry?
Thank you (:
Hey Palak,
From what you’ve mentioned, I’d say you have combination skin.. some people do tend to have oily skin around the cheeks and a drier nose and forehead. make sure you wash your face regularly with face wash – and if you still can’t make up your mind about your skin or have more issues, do go to a dermatologist. In fact even if you don’t have an issue with your skin, its a good practice to go to one once a year.
Hi there,
Okay so I pretty much have oily skin, however I was wondering because I never had oily skin before, it just started around when i was 17. I started getting really oily greasy skin and my acne got really bad. I am 19 now and my acne is better but I still get kind of oily skin. Also, nobody in my family has or had oily or acne prone skin. so my question is, will I have oily skin and acne for the rest of my life, or will it go away? because I dont think its genetics.
Thanks!
Hey Oliver,
I guess you just have to wait and watch. Hopefully it’s just a teen thing because most people have acne at your age due to hormones and like you said, your acne is already getting better! Unfortunately there isn’t anything you can do to change your skin type. What you can do is eat healthy and drink lots of water and maintain a good lifestyle!
Hi Kanzie,
I have used Cetaphil in the past and it hasn’t really worked for me. But I guess every skin is different and it’s worth a shot! Thanks for sharing =)