Skincare Basics: Types of Skin

January 21, 2016

Hello lovelies!

 I'm back with another post about skincare! Thank you for the love and support on my first post about the layers and the functioning of the skin.

  I worked very hard and researched into the topic to help you understand the structure and the functioning of the skin to understand how to take care of your skin. 
There are mainly four types of skin, namely dry skin, oily skin, combination skin and normal skin.
Types of Skin

Check out the infographic I made to know a little about each of the skin types. I will go into detail about all the skin types, later on in this blog post!

So keep reading...
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Following are the major types of skin:


  1. Dry Skin

  • Dry skin is usually found in people with blue eyes and blonde hair who have a fair complexion. 
  • It is characterized by a feeling that your skin is one size too small for your face/body.
  • This type of skin is extremely sensitive to the weather, central heating, diet, food and drink and needs constant monitoring.
  • The worst enemy for dry skin is a lack of moisture, since the Sebaceous glands do not produce an adequate amount of sebum to keep the skin moisturized. 
  • The problem areas for dry skin include the eyes, forehead, fine lines around the mouth and the neck.
  • It is important for a person with dry skin to protect it from the Sun since it can cause premature aging. 

   2. Oily Skin
  •  Oily skin is found in people with a darker complexion and with sallow-skinned persons.
  • Oily skin is caused by overactive Sebaceous glands since they produce a large amount of sebum. The excess production of sebum may also be caused by:
       (i) Use of harsh astringent
       (ii) Stuffy and airless environments
       (iii) An over rich diet
  • Oily skin calls for a firm but not harsh handling. You should deep cleanse your skin to thoroughly remove dirt and oil, but avoid strong cleansers and astringents. (Astringents with a high amount of alcohol in them must be avoided at all costs)
  • The main cause of concern for oily skin is open pores which cause blackheads and blemishes.
    Blackheads are a sign of badly cleansed skin. They are caused by a buildup of oil and dirt in the pores which lead to spots. The secret to avoiding blackheads is to keep the skin clean.
  • Oily skin is very tolerant and is not highly sensitive. It likes the sun and is comparatively ageless.
  • The best part? As you grow older, oily skin gets normal. 
 3. Combination Skin
  • This skin type is found in people with medium blonde hair and in dark brunettes with a variety of skin tones.
  • Combination skin is the most common type of skin and is a result of a poor skin care routine and general neglect of one's skin. It may also be a case of confusion or laziness.
  • Combination skin is basically of two types:
       (i) Dry and Normal
    The dry areas are usually the outer parts of the face, ie, the cheeks and the eyes and the normal area is the central panel, ie, the forehead, nose and chin (The T-zone).
      (ii) Dry and Greasy
    The dry areas are the outer parts of the face and the T-zone is greasy. 
  • The best approach you can use is to treat the skin as normal skin and use products meant for normal skin type. 
  • Toner should be used on the T-zone along with a light, watery-based moisturizer and the outer area should be moisturized with a heavier moisturizer. 
  • Combination Skin type responds very well to special treatments, and two different types of face packs should be used for the T-zone and the outer side of the face.
4. Normal Skin
  • This is the most coveted skin type.
  • Normal Skin is very tolerant in all situations and isn't irritated by products. It is also tolerant of the Sun.
  • You need to keep balance in the skin and use products made for normal skin type and should pay attention to the neck area.
  • Fresh air and a good atmosphere is key to keep your skin healthy.
The knowledge of your skin type can help you understand your skin better and will help you in the types of products and treatments you should use to keep your skin plump, healthy and glowing. 

Which type of skin do you have? Leave comments...
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8 comments

  1. Stephanie Roberts21 January 2016 at 19:52

    What thorough information! All very accurate too, it's what I learned in Cosmetology school. I did not know that dry skin (what I have) was most common in fair-skinned, light-eyed individuals! How funny! I agree that knowledge of your skin type is SO IMPORTANT. Especially for makeup, if your skin is in a great place your makeup will look that much more amazing!!

    Much Love!
    -Stephanie Eva

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    1. Rachna27 January 2016 at 19:11

      Thank you, Stephanie! It takes me a lot of time to write these posts :)
      I've been referring to a lot of books and trying to collect as much information as I can to help people understand their skin and know more about it

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  2. Anonymous22 January 2016 at 02:38

    I've had very oily skin for a while until it now started becoming dry (winter and meds I take)!
    It's great to learn more about the types of skin :)

    Yousra | Mystic Tales

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    1. Rachna24 January 2016 at 11:24

      Yes, I feel the exact same way!
      Thank you for stopping by at my blog and taking the time out to comment. Means the world to me 😁

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  3. A Very Sweet Blog23 January 2016 at 18:26

    It's so important to know your skin type so you buy the right products. Excellent post.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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    1. Rachna24 January 2016 at 11:25

      Yes, Kim! A lot of my friends use just any predict on their skin, without checking if it's actually good for their skin or not!
      Thank you so much for stopping by!

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  4. Imogen25 January 2016 at 15:28

    Very informative, I definitely need to develop a better skin care routine. Mine is slightly dry but pretty close to normal I'd say.

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    1. Rachna27 January 2016 at 19:10

      That's actually a very good thing! Take care of your skin, love <3

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