The Dermaki Skincare System is a program designed to optimize the skin and body’s rejuvenation process. Hydrate your skin and diminish signs of aging with Dermaki Skincare products that nourish and support your skin’s natural renewal process.
Determining Your Skin Type
Identifying your skin type is the first step to finding the right skincare routine. Skin type can be broken into three simple categories: dry, oily, or sensitive/acne. People with oily skin usually have excessive oil production in the central part of the face within an hour after washing. Those with dry skin will not have this appearance. However, people generally fall into the combination category: dry, scaly skin in the peripheral part of the face and oiliness in the central area.
Easy Steps to Determine Your Skin Type
Knowing your skin’s sensitivity allows you to tailor your skincare routine and pick the right products that will provide the most benefits. Understanding your skin type will help you fix any problems and care for your skin better.
Determining your skin type is essential for selecting appropriate skincare products and establishing an effective routine. Here’s how you can identify your skin type:
1. The Bare-Faced Test:
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Cleanse Your Skin: Wash your face with a gentle cleanser to remove impurities.
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Wait and Observe: After cleansing, avoid applying any products. Wait for about 30 minutes to allow your skin to return to its natural state.
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Assess Your Skin: Pay attention to how your skin feels:
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Oily Skin: Appears shiny, especially in the T-zone (forehead, nose, chin).
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Dry Skin: Feels tight, may have flakiness or redness.
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Combination Skin: Oily in the T-zone but dry or normal elsewhere.
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Normal Skin: Feels comfortable, not too oily or dry.
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Sensitive Skin: Prone to redness, itching, burning, or dryness.
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2. The Blotting Paper Test:
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Press Blotting Paper: Gently press a blotting paper on different areas of your face.
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Evaluate Oil Transfer:
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Oily Skin: Significant oil on the paper.
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Dry Skin: Little to no oil.
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Combination Skin: More oil from the T-zone.
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Normal Skin: Minimal oil.
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3. Observing Pore Size:
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Examine Pores: Look at your cheeks, nose, and chin.
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Assess Size:
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Oily Skin: Enlarged pores.
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Dry Skin: Small pores.
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Combination Skin: Enlarged pores in the T-zone.
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Normal Skin: Small to medium pores.
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4. Professional Skin Analysis:
For a comprehensive assessment, consider consulting your licensed esthetician. They can provide personalized insights and recommend suitable products.
Regularly reassessing your skin type is important, as factors like age, climate, and lifestyle can cause changes over time. We also recommend regular facials as your esthetician will guide you in any changes to your regime.