THE GLEAMING SKIN TYPE- OILY SKIN

It is very common to see people with oily skin. It is an offshoot of hormonal imbalance. Generally people develop oily skin in their teenage. Medically, it is called as the seborrhoea condition. This affects both males and females. It is normally due to the over active sebaceous glands. People with excessive oily skin normally do not suffer from any problem but this is considered to be a symptom for under lying Parkinson’s disease or acromegaly. The skin gives an unpleasant feeling. It gets dirty very quickly. It gives the person a shiny look. The major problem is that make up may run off or cake. The oily skin may also cause acne. The first thing these people need to know is that oily food should be avoided. The skin gets a slippery texture. The skin also becomes coarse and rough. So the factor that should be taken care of is the excess oil production. The skin care of oily skin type is of course a little strenuous than the other skin types.

TIPS TO TURN DRY SKIN TO A DAZZLING SKIN

There are few basic things that a person with dry skin needs to know. Hot water dries out the skin. So, for the daily shower lukewarm water should be preferred. Bathing for a long time or very frequently will remove the natural oils from the skin. Harsh soaps should not be used. Especially, the deodorant soaps are very strong and will have harsh effects on the skin. Limit the use of such soaps. Immediately after the bath, apply moisturiser. This will help the skin remain wet. The areas that get exposed to sun normally, like the face, ears, neck, hands etc.., should be applied with a moisturiser containing sun block. If you are going to use the central heater in your home, use a humidifier on your skin. While towelling, do ot rub on the skin. Give a gentle pat. Avoid fabric softeners and strong detergents while washing clothes. Above all this, drink plenty of water. This will keep your skin moist from the inside too!!

THE DUSKY SKIN TYPE- DRY SKIN

There are many oil glands present in the skin. It is the amount of oil secreted that decides the major type of the skin. Every skin is either oily or dry. Dry skin condition is also called as xerosis. Dry skin is caused when the oil glands are inactive or under active. They do not produce enough sebum to lubricate the skin. The major problems that might occur to the people with dry skin are itch, dry feel, dull appearance and sometimes sensitive. This type of skin needs a lot of moisture to stay smooth and supple. Due to ageing, the effect of dry skin becomes more dominant. The main reason for the skin to go dry is the very hot temperature. Central heating of home and the people working in hot zones often suffer from dry skin. At times, when facial is done with the wrong lotion, the oil glands are affected and the skin goes dry. Care should be taken to choose the best cosmetics. To have a dry skin is also a beauty. There are many who prefer to have a dusky look!!

SORT YOUR SKIN WITH A SIMPLE TISSUE TEST!

The basic query that comes in every person’s mind is how to identify skin type. The simplest test that helps one to find the skin type is the tissue test. The procedure is as follows: First, wash your face cleanly. The soap that is used should be neutral. It should not be specific for any type. A cleanser can also be used. Rinse well with water. Do not rub or wipe with a towel. Just pat enough to absorb the water on the skin. Do not disturb the face. Wait for an hour. Now, blot the entire face with a tissue paper. Only one layer of tissue should be used. Press lightly all over the face and remove the tissue. Watch it carefully near a window light. With the observation result, you can conclude the skin type. If the tissue seems to be oily all over, you are having oily skin. If oil is present only in the t zone, then you are most likely to have combination type of skin. If there is no sign of oil, then you are having a dry skin. A very little oil presence will make the chances for you to have a normal skin better. Thus, by conducting this simple tissue test, you can very well sot your skin type.

WHAT IS YOUR SKIN TYPE?

The first thing you need to do is to sort your skin. There are many types of skins. The methods to maintain are different for each type. There are basically five different types of skin. It is not necessary that the skin type must remain the same all through a person’s life. The skin type depends on many factors like illness, temperature, body moisture content etc.., So, according to the body condition and the environment, the skin type might keep changing. The five basis skin types are dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, normal skin and combination skin. The cosmetics to be used and the facial techniques vary for each type. It is necessary that you go through the details about each skin type and sort your skin. But whatever be the skin type, the beauty of the skin can be very well enhanced. The correct procedure should be followed. We have given the top effective methods to take best care of the skin. We care for every type of skin!!