What’s Your Skin Type? Let’s Decode It

Ever wondered why your favorite product works wonders for someone else but not for you? The answer might come down to your skin type.

Understanding your skin’s unique behavior is the key to building a routine that actually works—for you. Let’s break it down.


The 5 Main Skin Types

1. Normal Skin

Balanced. Calm. Low maintenance.

  • Rarely breaks out

  • Not too oily or dry

  • Feels smooth and comfortable

  • Minimal sensitivity

✅ You’ve hit the skincare sweet spot. Maintain with gentle, consistent care.


2. Oily Skin

Shiny? Breakout-prone? That’s oil talking.

  • Enlarged pores, especially on the T-zone

  • Frequent blackheads or blemishes

  • Makeup slides off by midday

  • Skin feels greasy or looks shiny

✅ Look for lightweight, oil-controlling products with gentle exfoliation and hydration.


3. Dry Skin

Tight, flaky, or rough to the touch?

  • Feels tight or itchy, especially after cleansing

  • Dull appearance or flakiness

  • Fine lines more noticeable

  • Can feel rough or textured

✅ Feed your skin rich moisturizers, nourishing creams, and hydration-packed serums.


4. Combination Skin

A little bit of everything—literally.

  • Oily T-zone (forehead, nose, chin)

  • Dry or normal cheeks

  • Occasional breakouts and dry patches

  • Needs a balanced, targeted approach

✅ Use multi-zone care: lightweight in oily areas, richer where you’re dry.


5. Sensitive Skin

Easily irritated? This might be you.

  • Redness, stinging, or itching

  • Reactive to new products or weather

  • Thin-feeling or delicate skin barrier

  • Prone to flare-ups or allergic reactions

✅ Stick to fragrance-free, calming, and hypoallergenic products. Gentle is your best friend.


How to Figure Out Your Skin Type

Still unsure? Here’s a simple test:

  1. Wash your face with a gentle cleanser.

  2. Pat dry and leave it bare—no products.

  3. After 30–60 minutes, observe:

  • Shiny all over? Likely oily.

  • T-zone shine + dry cheeks? Combination.

  • Tight, flaky, or rough? Dry.

  • Comfortable and balanced? Normal.

  • Red, reactive, or itchy? Sensitive.


Why It Matters

Using the wrong products for your skin type can lead to:

  • Breakouts

  • Irritation

  • Dryness

  • Overproduction of oil

  • Dull, unbalanced skin

The right skincare = skin that feels good and looks good.


Ready to Build a Routine That Matches Your Skin?

Remy Laure offers targeted care for every skin type—from balancing creams for oily skin to ultra-soothing formulas for sensitive souls.

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