February 2, 2023
How to recognize your skin type in three steps
by Lena Severin
Do you want to find the right skincare for your skin, but don't know exactly how? What do you need to look out for when choosing your skincare and which products are actually good for your skin?
The first step in the search for the right Skincare is to determine your skin type. This allows you to create a good skincare base that is good for your skin, supports it and gives it exactly what it needs. And that is exactly what this article is about:
- Skin types 1x1: What are the four skin types?
- How do I recognize my skin type?
- Skin conditions: precise care for your skin
- What is important for care
1. skin types 1x1: What skin types are there?
THERE ARE 4 SKIN TYPES:
balanced skin
You may already know this skin type as "normal skin". We have changed the name because we believe that all skin is "normal" and there is no such thing as "abnormal" skin. balanced skin describes the condition in which the skin can maintain a regulated sebum production, a healthy glow is visible, the pores are not excessively large and the skin appears fresh and smooth overall.
oily skin
The cause of oily skin is an overproduction of sebum. This results in a shiny complexion, the skin may be slightly reddened in places and the pores are usually enlarged. Blackheads and blemishes can appear more frequently as the excess sebum does not drain away quickly enough, causing the pores to clog easily.
combination skin
This skin type causes a lot of confusion, because if you have combination skin , you may notice to face a mixture of oily and dry skin. The T-zone, i.e. forehead, nose and chin, tends to be shiny, the pores enlarged and, as with oily skin, impurities can occur more frequently. At the same time, the cheeks and eye area tend to be dry, the pores here are very fine and the skin can even flake in particularly dry areas.
dry skin
dry skin is due to an underproduction of sebum. Without sebum, the skin cannot be kept as supple and the protective sebum layer is too thin. As a result, it dries out more quickly, flakes or even cracks. The skin then often appears very thin, the pores are barely visible and the complexion is rather dull and pale.
2 How do I recognize my skin type?
Now that you have an overview of the differences between the individual skin types, you may already have an idea of what your skin type is. To be on the safe side, you can do the self-test:
3 STEPS TO YOUR SKIN TYPE
Ideally, you should prepare your skin by cleansing it AM as normal with water and not applying any skincare products at first. After one to two hours, you can take a close look at your skin in the mirror.
Step 1: How does your sebum production work?
Look in the mirror and observe where and how much your skin shines in the light. Moving your head slightly from side to side and from top to bottom will help you do this.
Is your skin not shiny at all?
- This suggests dry skin , as a slight sheen should be visible.
Is your skin shiny in the T-zone?
- This is an indication of combination skin: No shine on the cheeks, but on the forehead, nose and chin. In the picture above, you can see the typical shine of this skin type.
Is your skin very shiny all over your face?
- Too much sebum causes oily skin to shine.
Is your skin's shine light and even?
- Well-moisturized skin and a rosy complexion to face, without major irregularities, are indicative of balanced skin .
Step 2: What do your pores look like?
Are your pores barely visible or not visible at all on your face?
- Dry skin lacks sebum as the pores of this skin type are often too small.
Your pores are enlarged in the T-zone and you can see blackheads there, while the rest of your face appears to have finer pores?
- These two zones of the face are typical of combination skin.
Are your pores enlarged all over your face and have you discovered blackheads and a few blemishes?
- This suggests oily skin .
Are your pores fine, barely visible and even?
- This is what balanced skin looks like.
Step 3: How firm and elastic does your skin feel?
For this step, you can gently push your skin together in several places to face and observe how it behaves. Are creases forming?
Do you have rather papery skin and fine lines all over your face?
- This suggests dry skin .
Do you have fine lines in the dry cheek area but plump skin in the T-zone?
- That speaks for combination skin.
Is your entire facial skin very plump?
- This is a characteristic of oily skin.
Do you have rather plump skin overall, but slight wrinkles in the eye area?
- This is how balanced skin behaves.
With these three observation steps, you can easily recognize which skin type you have. For example, our model with whom we did the 3-step test has combination skin. You can clearly see in the picture above in step 1 that her T-zone is shiny, while her cheeks are more matte Treat. In the second step, you can clearly see the enlarged pores in the nose area, next to fine skin on the outer face. And in the last picture, you can clearly see the dryness of the cheek area from the small wrinkles around her fingers.
It's not that difficult to recognize your own skin type, is it?
3. skin conditions: precise care for your skin
If you know your skin type, you can expand the basis of your skincare routine. In addition to skin types, there are also skin conditions that play a role in the correct care of your skin.
In contrast to skin types, which generally accompany us throughout our lives, skin conditions are determined by factors such as age, skincare products, climate and UV radiation. They are therefore temporary and reflect the skin's current needs. In fact, you can have several skin conditions at the same time.
A common combination is, for example, dehydrated and mature skin, as the skin tends to retain moisture less well with age. The important thing to remember about skin conditions is that they require acute care so that the skin can rebalance itself. So pay attention to how your skin changes and give it the specific care it needs. If you would like to know more about the difference between skin types and skin conditions, I recommend you read this blog post.
SKIN CONDITIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS:
blemish prone skin
Pimples, blackheads and the like can occur, for example, due to excessive sebum production, hormonal changes or as a reaction to comedogenic (pore-clogging) cosmetics.
Here you can find more information and the right products for this skin condition.
sensitive skin
Reddened, burning or cracked skin can be an indication of overly aggressive cosmetics or can also be associated with incorrect washing habits. However, hormonal changes can also cause increased sensitivity.
Here you can find more information and the right products for this skin condition.
dehydrated skin
This is where it gets a little more difficult, as dehydrated skin and dry skin are often confused. The difference: dry skin lacks lipids, while dehydrated skin lacks moisture. The result is dry flakes and a desert-soil-like skin relief. The skin can feel tight after contact with water and fine lines and wrinkles can appear.
Here you can find more information and the right products for this skin condition.
mature skin
Sooner or later, we will all experience this skin condition. It is particularly important that we stimulate collagen production with our skincare and give our skin plenty of moisture and nourishment. In this way, we help it to maintain its natural functions as we age and protect ourselves from the outside Protect.
Here you can find more information and the right products for this skin condition.
By the way, we have already put together sets for every skin type and skin condition to make it easier for you to choose. Browse through and find the perfect skincare set for your skin:
4. what is important for care
It is important that you get to know your skin, understand what it reacts to and how you can support it. If you know your skin type, you already have a good basis for your skincare routine.
If you notice any changes to your skin, you can find out more on our website at skin knowledge to find out how best to care for your skin condition.
I hope this article has helped you to shed some light on the skincare jungle. If you still have any questions or are still unsure which cosmetics are really suitable for your skin, please contact our team at [email protected] for individual advice.
Happy Moisturize!
