How do I determine my skin type?

@moises 

Determining your skin type is essential for tailoring a skincare routine that addresses your specific needs. Here are a few ways to determine your skin type:

1. Observing visual cues: Start by washing your face with a gentle cleanser and pat it dry. Wait for an hour or two without applying any products. Observe the appearance of your skin:

• Dry skin: If your skin feels tight, rough, and lacks moisture, you likely have dry skin. It may appear flaky or have noticeable dry patches.
• Oily skin: If your skin looks shiny, particularly in the T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin), and you frequently experience excess sebum production, you likely have oily skin.
• Combination skin: If you notice that your T-zone is oily while the other areas of your face are relatively normal or dry, you likely have combination skin.
• Normal skin: If your skin feels balanced, doesn't feel overly oily or dry, and doesn't have any major concerns, you likely have normal skin.

1. Feeling the texture: Lightly run your fingertips along your cheek, forehead, and chin to determine the texture of your skin:

• Dry skin: If your skin feels rough and lacks elasticity, it's likely dry.
• Oily skin: If your skin feels greasy or slick, it's likely oily.
• Combination skin: If your cheeks feel relatively normal or dry while the T-zone feels oily, you likely have combination skin.
• Normal skin: If your skin feels smooth and supple, without any extremes, you likely have normal skin.

1. Assessing skin reactions: Pay attention to how your skin reacts to different conditions or products:

• Dry skin: If your skin often feels tight after washing, gets easily irritated or itchy, and is prone to redness, you likely have dry skin.
• Oily skin: If your skin is prone to acne breakouts, appears shiny throughout the day, and your makeup tends to slide off quickly, you likely have oily skin.
• Combination skin: If you experience oiliness and breakouts in your T-zone, while other areas may feel dry or normal, you likely have combination skin.
• Normal skin: If your skin rarely experiences significant issues and is generally tolerant of various products, you likely have normal skin.

Remember, skin types can change due to factors like weather, hormones, and age. It's important to reassess periodically and adjust your skincare routine accordingly. If you have specific concerns or are unsure, consulting a dermatologist can provide further guidance.