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Skin type basics

skin types
This is a list of skin types

We all seem to know of our skin and the basic need to maintain it. However, some people are still not able to identify what works best for their skin type or the issues that their skin might be facing! well we will be delving into such topics today.

Problems of the skin types

When looking into skincare we first need to address the issues that could be building up. There are three types of skin that we will be looking at, Combination, oily, and dry skin. Starting off with dry skin, the basic description of this is that your skin barrier does not retain moisture which can lead to problems such as flaking of the skin. Oily skin however is when the skin contains too much sebum or oil buildup all over your face, especially your t-zone, which is your nose and the area around it, this can lead to white heads, blackheads, textured skin, and even pimples! The last of the bunch is combination skin, which is when your t-zone is oily, but the rest of your face is dry, this type of skin can be the hardest to understand and maintain. Other issues include acne and discoloration, which are the result of hormones or badly managed skin

skin type Resolutions

Now that we talked about the problems that one can face with their skin issues, we will now delve into the ingredients of skincare that are most effective in dealing with such issues. Thick moisturizers and hyaluronic acid work best with dry skin barriers, Salicylic acid and Niacinamide help with issues all over such as discoloration, acne, and oil build up on both combination and oily skin. SPFx is also a great solution for discoloration and other sorts of skin issues, as a protective barrier from the sun will help further increase in discoloration from happened and from your skin peeling.