Skin type refers to the characteristics of your skin that determine how it behaves and reacts to various factors like weather, skincare products and hormonal changes. These characteristics typically include the amount of natural oil (sebum) your skin produces, its level of hydration, and its sensitivity to environmental influences and skincare products. Skin types are generally categorised into several main groups: oily, dry, combination, and sensitive, and each has their own individual skincare requirements. However, it is often the case that the skin can meet the criteria of several categories. For example, we can have skin that is both dry and sensitive, or skin that is drier at certain times of the year and oilier at others.
Dry skin, also known as xerosis or xeroderma, has many causes, including cold or dry weather, sun damage, harsh soaps, and overbathing.
You can prevent dry skin at home by: Cleansing with a mild, fragrance-free, moisturizing non-soap cleanser.
Hydrating product that deliver moisture and hydration to replenish dry and dehydrated skin for a healthy-looking appearance.
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Lack of hydration poses as one of the main causes of oily skin. If your skin isn't hydrated or moisturised enough, it produces more oil to compensate for the dryness. This makes the glands in your skin produce sebum excessively and is a reason for oily face.
Choose products formulated for oily skin
Cetaphil is generally considered good for oily skin due to its gentle, non-comedogenic formula. It helps to cleanse without stripping the skin of moisture.
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The cause of a combination of skin lies in sebum production. Sebum is a (lightly yellow) substance that is oily and keeps the skin of your face moisturized. Sebum production is a natural thing and is perfectly healthy.
Go for gentle products that can moisturize dry areas without creating more oiliness, and only apply treatments to the needed areas for specific issues.
This brand offers gentle, non-comedogenic products that balance hydration without clogging pores. Look for products with hyaluronic acid for hydration and niacinamide to regulate oil production.
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