Identifying your skin type is the first step in skincare, and the correct skincare approach can make our skin healthier and smoother. Today, the doctor will analyze the characteristics and care points of five common skin types to help everyone find the most suitable skincare strategy.
First, let’s talk about oily skin. The characteristic of oily skin is that the sebaceous glands are active, and one can feel oily just one hour after washing the face; some people even have enough oil to fry an egg. The degree of oiliness can be classified as high, medium, or low, but clinically, it is more important to determine whether it is pathological oiliness. For example, if you notice white particles when squeezing the skin, and puncturing yields a toothpaste-like substance, you need to seek medical assistance immediately. These symptoms are usually accompanied by acne scars and enlarged pores, making timely treatment very important.
In general oily skin, most people have a medium oil output, which may lead to small pimples, and they often need to use oil-absorbing sheets to cope with the summer heat. This type of skin also tends to lose makeup quickly. Therefore, for oily skin care, cleansing is the primary task, supplemented with products like AHA and salicylic acid to promote exfoliation and clear pores. However, some mistakenly believe that oily skin should be washed less frequently; this is incorrect. One should use a cleanser both morning and night to ensure cleanliness.
Next is normal skin, characterized by small pores and no excessive dryness. Taking care of this skin type is quite simple; using lotion or sunscreen can maintain its beauty.
Combination skin is another type that deserves attention. The T-zone usually has more oil secretion, and the pores on the nose may appear slightly enlarged. For combination skin, care needs to be targeted, with enhanced cleansing for the T-zone, regular exfoliation, and inclusion of products like AHA to improve it.
Finally, we need to discuss dry skin, which is characterized by thin skin and the possibility of dryness and flaking. Although dry skin tends to have fewer blemishes, its dehydration often renders pores less visible. Therefore, the focus in caring for dry skin is moisturizing, requiring regular application of lotion. AHA and retinol are beneficial for enhancing the skin’s moisture retention capability, promoting exfoliation, and increasing the moisturizing components of the dermis.
Sensitive skin situations require special attention. If you suspect that you belong to this skin type, it is advisable to seek professional advice from a doctor as soon as possible. Healthy skin should not have excessive sensitive reactions, such as eczema, redness, and swelling, all of which require timely treatment and identification of the causes, along with selecting suitable skincare products.
In summary, identifying your skin type can help enhance the targeting of skincare, making our skin healthier.