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Understanding Your Skin Type

Discover your skin type and learn how to care for it properly with professional guidance from Zaynura Beauty Salon.

Reviewed by certified aestheticians7 min read

Quick Skin Type Assessment

Answer these questions to help identify your skin type:

How does your skin feel after cleansing?

  • • Tight and uncomfortable = Dry skin
  • • Comfortable and balanced = Normal skin
  • • Oily in T-zone, normal elsewhere = Combination skin
  • • Oily all over = Oily skin

The Four Main Skin Types

Normal Skin

Balanced oil production, few imperfections, and good elasticity.

Characteristics:

  • • Small pores
  • • Smooth texture
  • • Good circulation
  • • Healthy complexion

Dry Skin

Produces less sebum, may feel tight or flaky.

Characteristics:

  • • Tight feeling
  • • Rough texture
  • • Visible fine lines
  • • Less elasticity

Oily Skin

Overactive sebaceous glands produce excess oil.

Characteristics:

  • • Enlarged pores
  • • Shiny appearance
  • • Prone to blackheads
  • • Thick skin texture

Combination Skin

Mix of oily and dry areas, typically oily T-zone.

Characteristics:

  • • Oily forehead, nose, chin
  • • Normal to dry cheeks
  • • Enlarged pores in T-zone
  • • Varying texture

Skincare by Type

Normal Skin Care

Cleanser: Gentle gel or cream cleanser

Moisturizer: Light to medium weight

Exfoliation: 1-2 times per week

Special care: Focus on prevention and maintenance

Dry Skin Care

Cleanser: Cream or oil-based cleanser

Moisturizer: Rich, emollient creams

Exfoliation: Gentle, once per week

Special care: Hydrating masks, facial oils

Oily Skin Care

Cleanser: Foaming or gel cleanser

Moisturizer: Oil-free, lightweight

Exfoliation: 2-3 times per week with BHA

Special care: Clay masks, niacinamide serums

Combination Skin Care

Cleanser: Gentle gel cleanser

Moisturizer: Different products for different zones

Exfoliation: BHA for T-zone, AHA for dry areas

Special care: Multi-masking technique

Still Unsure About Your Skin Type?

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