What is Your Skin Type?
Your skin type is not static—it can change seasonally and as you age. Major factors affecting your type are local climate, environment, genetics, and daily habits. Skin is absorbent but also acts as a protective barrier, so if we observe and understand the state of our skin, we can mitigate issues and adapt our habits to keep skin in its most vibrant and healthy state.
To understand skin types, we need to understand sebum. Sebum is an oily substance produced by glands in the middle layers of the skin and is composed of healthy fats that helps lock in moisture and protect from UV radiation, keeping skin hydrated and flexible—it even helps repel certain bacteria, protecting you and your skin from infection.
Determine Your Skin Type
Common Skin Types
Normal
The term normal skin describes skin that is not noticeably oily, dry, or sensitive. This skin type produces enough sebum to keep the skin evenly hydrated without becoming greasy.
People with normal skin have even complexions with few blemishes.
Normal Collection
Oily/Acne
Oily skin, their skin produces more sebum than it needs. They may find their skin: feels greasy, looks shiny, especially around the nose and forehead has large pores that clog easily and is prone to pimples or blackheads
Oily skin has a porous, humid and bright appearance. It is caused by excessive sebum production and usually determined by genetic and/or hormonal causes. It is frequent in people under 30 years old, and usually related with the occurrence of acne.
Oily Collection
Dry/Mature
Dry or mature skin produces less sebum than it needs. Individuals with this skin type may notice that their skin feels dry and/or looks crepey, especially after bathing or swimming. It may easily become flaky, itchy, or cracked, and may also appear dull.
Dry Collection
Other Skin Types
Combination
With combination skin, some areas of their skin will be oily, while others may feel dry. Areas prone to oiliness include the forehead, nose, and chin, collectively known as the T-zone. The cheeks or other areas may feel normal or dry. If you have combination skin, it is usually best to use our Normal collection.
Normal Collection
Sensitive
Sensitive skin is not determined by how much sebum a person’s skin produces. It becomes easily irritated or inflamed. Individuals with this skin type may notice that most products cause a stinging or burning sensation upon application. In more severe cases, visible reactions to substances, such as bumps, hives, or peeling, may occur. For individuals with sensitive skin, our Normal collection will be a perfect fit. If your skin is sensitive but tends to be very dry, the Dry/Mature line will be a better fit for you. Sensitive skin types should avoid using the Oily/Acne collection as it may lead to irritation.
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How to easily determine your type:
Step 1: Wash the face with a gentle cleanser
Step 2: Pat dry with a clean towel
Step 3: Observe how the skin looks and feels immediately after washing
Step 4: Take note of how this changes over the next few hours
Dry skin will feel dry or tight shortly after washing. It may also look dull, rough, or flaky.
Oily skin may look matte after washing but will become shiny or greasy over the next few hours.
Combination skin typically involves an oily T-zone and normal or dry cheeks. The T-zone includes the forehead, nose, and chin. After some time, this area will look shiny or greasy, but the cheeks will not.
Normal skin will look clear, even in tone and texture, and will not feel tight or irritated after washing. It will not change much during the day.
Sensitive skin may sting, burn, or itch after a wash.