Dry Skin
- caused by insufficient secretion of sebum
- has a fine texture
- feels tight
- can flake
- wrinkles prematurely
- is prone to broken capillaries
- can become red and blotchy
- less elastic
- usually has small pores
Oily Skin
- caused by over active sebaceous glands
- has a shiny look and usually feels greasy
- large open pores
- usually has blackheads
- usually has spots and blemishes
- since it has more sebum, lines and wrinkles form much later in life
- usually more elastic
- usually thick and coarse skin
Combination Skin
- usually has T-zone area (forehead, nose and chin) oily and shiny
- cheeks can be dry
Normal Skin
- fine even texture
- well moisturised
- clear and clean
- rarely develops spots
- no open pores
- no greasy areas
- no dry flaky patches
- healthy colour
Dehydrated Skin
- lacks water
- can have fine lines early
- feels tight
Sensitive Skin
- tends to be fine and dry
- is usually thin and delicate
- usually has broken capillaries
- is usually red easily (rosacea)
- prone to allergic reactions
- can feel hot, burning or stinging sensations
- can produce flakiness
Mature Skin
- extra dry
- shows signs of lines and wrinkles
- can be sagging too
- can have pigmentation marks and ageing spots
Acne and Pustules Skin
- very common among teenagers
- sluggish complexion
- extremely oily
- open pores
- blemishes
- pustules
- redness
- uneven texture
- deal with care
Compiled by Violet Vella I.H.B.C, V.T.C.T
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NOTES:
- You can have more than one skin type for example my skin is both Oily and Sensitive
- Your skin type changes in time depending on many things like medicine you’re taking, the environment, stress,…
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