FIND OUT MORE ABOUT YOUR SKIN TYPE
AS UNIQUE AS YOU ARE.
Did you know that many people don't even know their skin type? Most even think they have a completely different one. No wonder, because basically the types and conditions of our skin are as different as we all are. So that it doesn't get too complicated, we've focused on the four main skin types to give you a more detailed insight into your skin.
Want to find out more about your skin type? Take a closer look at the characteristics and think about where you see your skin.
Characteristics: balanced, firm, clear, insensitive
Skin texture & pores: even, fine, velvety
Complexion: even, harmonious, fresh
Characteristics: shiny film on the entire face, prone to acne
Skin texture & pores: larger, clogged pores, prone to blackheads, pustules and pimples
Complexion: shiny, uneven, reddened areas due to impurities
Characteristics: partially cracked, flaky skin, sensitive, porcelain-like skin
Skin structure & pores: fine pores, hardly any blackheads, rough, cracked, flaky
Complexion: dull, pale
Characteristics: shiny T-zone, side areas normal to dry
Skin texture & pores: larger pores, blackheads and occasional pimples, dry, sometimes flaky patches in the cheek and eye area
Complexion: unbalanced, redness in the T-zone, sallow cheeks
WHEN YOU UNDERSTAND YOUR SKIN, YOU UNDERSTAND WHAT IT NEEDS.
In order to know exactly what your skin needs, it is important that you understand how your skin is structured and what functions it fulfills. This is the best way to know what is really good for you and your skin. And what is not at all.
HOW IS THE SKIN STRUCTURED?
Your skin consists of three main layers and many sub-layers. These include the epidermis, the dermis and the subcutis. They are all closely connected and together they take care of everything that your largest organ can do.
For a better understanding, we show you the individual layers in a simplified skin cross-section:
