TYPES OF SKIN

Clearly,not all skin is created equal.but besides ethnicity and age ,skin is characterized by its skin type.

Your skin type is usually determined by genetics, but there are daily habits and environmental factors that can worsen a skin condition. Each skin type has a specific set of characteristics and symptoms, and requires special attention. Keep reading to find out about your personal skin type and how to best care for it.



The five basic skin type are-

Normal, Oily, Dry, Combination, sesitive

1)Normal skin-it is well balanced,not too dry or oily,not too sensitive.very few imperfaction,small pores,an even skin tone,soft texture.



2)Oily skin-over secration of sebum so excess oil on the face ,less visible wrinkles,visible and enlarged pores a persistently shiny , greasy appearance.

3)Dry skin-It is common for dry skin to be an issue for women entering menopause.slow secraction of sebum,skin feels irritable and tight,fine lines,visible small pores,often looks flaky.

4)combination skin-Typically, there's a mix of oily and dry areas on different parts of face, with the t-zone (forehead, nose, and chin) being slightly to very oily.shiny skin,pores that look larger than normal because they are more open.



5)Sensitive skin-it can shows as-redness,itching,burning,dryness,eczema,sunburns.

FACTORS THAT AFFECT THE SKIN-

Stress, Environment(dust,pollutants), heridity, Diet, Hormone, Sun exposure, Skin product, Age, Lack of sleep etc.