Have you ever stood in front of the cosmetic shelves and wondered what oily, normal, dry, or combination skin actually is? Most people can probably answer this question with "yes." You can find out exactly what each of these skin types means and which of our products suit which skin type in this blog post.
Skin Type Number 1 – Normal Skin
Normal skin? What does "normal" even mean?
"Normal" in the context of skin refers to a balanced complexion where sebum and moisture levels are in equilibrium. Normal skin is characterized by its fine pores and is rather insensitive. Some characteristics of normal skin are:
- Fine pores
- Elasticity and resilience
- Smooth and even
- No / few blemishes
- Fresh, rosy complexion
Skin Type Number 2 – Dry Skin
With dry skin, a distinction is made between dry, low-fat skin and dry, low-moisture skin. With low-fat skin, a too-weak sebum production is usually the cause. With low-moisture skin, there is often a lack of water-binding capacity. Reasons for this can be dry air, malnutrition, alcohol and cigarette consumption, hormonal changes, and various skin diseases.
Some characteristics of dry skin are:
- Fine pores
- Feeling of tightness
- Brittle, cracked skin
- Flaky skin in places
- Itching
Skin Type Number 3 – Oily Skin
Oily skin results from excessive sebum production. This quickly leads to blemishes and the skin appears greasy and shiny. The T-zone (chin, nose, forehead) is particularly affected. Since blood circulation is weaker, the skin appears pale and dull. Causes can be genetic predisposition, stress, or hormonal fluctuations.
Some characteristics of oily skin are:
- Large pores
- Oily shine
- Prone to blemishes
- Pale and thickened skin
Skin Type Number 4 – Combination Skin
Combination skin combines two different skin types – oily and dry. The T-zone is usually oily and thickened, while the cheeks are rather dry and sensitive. The different characteristics of the two skin types make care more difficult.
Some characteristics of combination skin are:
- Oily shine (T-zone)
- Enlarged pores (T-zone)
- Blemishes (T-zone)
- Dry cheeks
- Skin sensitivity
