Know Your Skin Type

The first step towards pampering your skin is to determine your skin type. Skin type is determined by the amount of oil your skin produces.

There are five skin types based on oil secretion by your skin:

Oily Skin: Oily skin tends to shine more on account of enlarged pores. This skin type is prone to blackheads and blemishes and one might even experience some tightness.

Normal or Combination Skin: This skin type has a smooth texture and fine color with medium pores. Dryness can exist in the cheeks while the T-zone can be oily.

Sensitive Skin: This skin type is very delicate with minute pores and is often prone to broken capillaries. Sensitive skin is easily susceptible to rashes and allergies.

Dry Skin: Dry skin feels very tight after cleansing. The skin tends to show fine wrinkles if it is not moisturized post cleansing.

Aging or Sunburned Skin: Visible wrinkles, black spots, sagging skin especially around the cheeks and jawline define this skin type.