Skin types and ways to take care of them

Skin and its types

There are types of skin, and with time its type changes; For example, normal skin is more common in young people than in the elderly. In this article, we will talk in detail about the other different types of skin and how to take care of them, so that you can then determine your skin type.

Factors determining skin type

There are a group of factors that depend on the presence or absence of it to determine the type of skin, namely:

The percentage of water in the skin, and other factors that affect the elasticity of the skin.
The percentage of oils secreted by the skin, and the factors affecting it.
How sensitive the skin is to various factors.

Skin types

Oily skin

It is the skin that is characterized by the secretion of a lot of oils and fats, which leads to the presence of a group of signs that can be observed on the people who have it, namely:

Glowing appearance of the skin.
Wide pores.
Cuticle thickness.
Black and white heads.
Various acne and pimples.

Causes of oily skin

There are a number of causes and factors that lead to the appearance of oily skin, including:

An imbalance in the body's hormones.
Stress.
Hot weather accompanied by high humidity.
genetic factor.
makeup.

dry skin

It is the skin that secretes a percentage of sebum, or less oil than normal skin, which means a decrease in the percentage of natural fats needed to maintain skin moisture, and an increase in skin problems as a result of dryness, and dry skin is characterized by a set of characteristics, including:

Small, almost invisible pores.
Rough skin texture.
Red spots on the skin.
The presence of wrinkles and fine lines clearly.

Causes of dry skin

Among the reasons for the appearance of dry skin:

Loss of large amounts of water from epidermal cells; As a result of exposure to high temperature, psychological stress, or physical activity.
Lack of skin's natural moisturizing factors such as amino acids and lactic acid.
Lack of natural fats needed to protect and moisturize the skin, such as cholesterol and fatty acids.
genetic factor.
getting older.
different weather conditions.
UV.
Take a long hot shower.
Some medications cause dry skin, such as Roaccutane, or what is known by the scientific name (in English: isotretinoin), which is used to treat acne.
Ingredients included in the composition of soap, and various cosmetics.

normal skin

It is normal skin whose characteristics are balanced between dry and oily, as the slightly shiny part is concentrated in the area of the forehead, chin, and nose, in the form of a letter, and normal skin is characterized by the following: “T”.

Free from wide pores.
The blood circulation in it is good.
It has a soft pink look.
Free from acne and other pimples.
No hypersensitivity to various factors.

Mixed or combination skin

It is the skin in which part of it is dry and the other is oily. As the fatty part is usually concentrated in the area of the forehead, nose, and chin, as it forms the letter “T”, while the dry part is in the cheeks area, and it is characterized by a set of other characteristics, including:

sensitive skin

It is a skin that is rapidly red and inflamed, and is often dry and thin, and people with sensitive skin also suffer from itching.

Skin care methods

Cleanse and wash the skin twice a day, morning and evening, then apply toner to the skin. Because it helps remove dirt and makeup products stuck to the skin.
Moisturizing the skin is important even for those with oily skin, but each skin type has a suitable moisturizer.
Not to be exposed to sunlight for long periods: Just as the sun's rays have many benefits, they also have many harms. Exposure to it for long periods leads to damage to the outer protective layer of the skin and several problems, such as changing its color, the appearance of blackheads, and wrinkles. It is worth noting that there is scientific evidence confirming that skin cancer is related to exposure to sunlight for a long time, so doctors advise not to be exposed to the sun, especially in the period between ten in the morning until two in the afternoon, and to use sunscreen creams.
Consulting dermatologists with different skin problems; Such as the appearance of acne and skin rashes, or when you notice skin changes.
Change the pillow regularly, because it picks up bacteria and dirt, and absorbs oils secreted from hair or face. Changing it helps give the face a healthy and bright appearance.
Drinking water in appropriate quantities; That is, an average of XNUMX cups per day to maintain body hydration and skin texture.
Avoid drinking caffeine, soda, and alcohol in large quantities. it contributes to dry skin.
Use creams and cosmetics that contain the main elements needed for the skin, such as minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants.
Maintaining the freshness of the skin by using creams and serums suitable for the eye area. To avoid the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines later.
Proper nutrition; Eating food that contains green leaves, fruits, and vegetables, as well as green tea, walnuts, tomatoes, and blueberries, will contribute to increasing the glow of the skin and maintaining its health.
Choose products suitable for each skin type, this is in the case of using skin products, and it should be noted that the smell of the product has nothing to do with its benefits, so there is no need to pay attention to the smell of the product.
Exfoliating the skin once to twice a week in a gentle and light way; Because it helps remove dead skin layers, thus increasing skin glow.
Reducing psychological stress, because it is reflected in the appearance of the skin, and this can be achieved through exercise, or walking outdoors.
Taking the necessary precautions for each of the four seasons; In the summer, the skin needs more sunscreen during the day, but in the winter, we need to moisturize more continuously.
Quit Smoking.