Tuesday, January 26, 2010

what your skin type???

There are five basic skin care types: Oily, combination, sensitive, dry and sun-damaged. Your skin type is determined by how much (or how little) oil your skin produces. Genes, diet, stress level, medication and even your skincare regimen all determine how much oil your skin produces.


Here are the five different skin types and their characteristics.

Type 1: Oily Oily skin tends to shiny with enlarged pores, and is prone to blackheads and blemishes. You might experience some tightness.

Type 2: Combination/normal This skin type has medium pores, a smooth and even texture, good circulation, healthy color, may tend toward dryness on the cheeks while being oily in the t-zone.

Type 3: Sensitive Sensitive skin tends to be thin, delicate with fine pores. It flushes easily, is prone to broken capillaries, is frequently allergic and can be rashy.

Type 4: Dry Dry skin feels tight, especially after cleansing. You have a tendency towards fine wrinkles, flaking and red patches. In women of color, skin may appear ashy or dull from dead skin buildup.

Type 5: Aging or sun-damaged This skin also feels tight with visible wrinkles, slack skin tone especially around the cheeks and jawline with leathery texture and broken capillaries.


mine is type 2...how  about you???

1 comments:

Katy said...

its good to know your skin type before using any cosmetics product....~_~

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