What is my skin type?
Would you like to discover what your skin type is? There are some indicators that can reveal your skin type. Let's find them out together!
"Each of us is unique in our own way, even when it comes to our skin. It is important to understand the exact characteristics of your skin so that you can use the best products for it and develop a healthier complexion."
Recognizing your skin type is not an easy task, also because there are no fixed parameters to follow and it is very likely that you will have typical characteristics of different skin categories.
Let's try to understand more!
Normal skin
Normal skin feels smooth and firm to the touch: it is the result of the perfect balance between fatty substances and water, and continuous cell renewal.
From a technical point of view, this skin is defined as "eudermic" and is recognized by its rosy color and the absence of imperfections.
To maintain this skin stability in the long term, constant care is recommended to prevent alterations caused by external agents.
Avoid the use of aggressive detergents such as foaming agents and creams rich in silicones that can make it greasy and sensitive.
Dry skin
Dry skin appears tight, rough, and dull in color, with little elasticity and particularly fragile, definitely more vulnerable to external aggressions.
The reason for these issues is due to the sebaceous glands that are unable to produce the necessary fats to keep the skin soft, elastic, and hydrated.
Dryness usually affects the most exposed areas of the body, such as hands and face, and is exacerbated by the use of unsuitable products that in some cases can cause irritations and rashes.
As for the cleansing of dry skin, it is recommended to use a milk or a tonic that nourishes and smooths the face.
Furthermore, it is recommended to use a moisturizing cream in the morning to protect the skin from the elements, and a regenerating cream in the evening, preferably without any fragrance.
Oily skin
A skin that appears impure, oily, and shiny is defined as oily and is characterized by the presence of enlarged pores, blackheads, acne, and sometimes scars, especially in the T-zone.
It is mistakenly believed that it is a condition that only affects young people (due to increased sebum production) but in reality, it usually persists into late adulthood.
In this type of skin, the hydrolipidic film (the fatty layer that protects the skin) is thicker, to the point of hindering cellular transpiration and promoting the formation of inflammations.
A valid help against oily skin can come from diet: it would be better to reduce the consumption of bread, pasta, and simple sugars and instead promote the consumption of vegetables, fresh fruit, and vitamin B.
Combination skin
Combination skin appears oily in some areas and dry in others, due to an uneven distribution of sebaceous glands.
In this case, the influence of genetic predisposition is very important because often people with combination skin belong to the same family.
Combination skin requires deep cleansing morning and evening with a gentle cleansing gel, based on soothing and calming extracts; for hydration, prefer a lightweight moisturizer or a gel based on hyaluronic acid.
In any case, it is very important to choose the right products for your skin, and in case you have them.
for various doubts contact a dermatologist.
If you want to find out what type of skin you have, try this test; in a few minutes, you'll have the result!
