Our skin type is genetically determined by our parents and defined by sebum production levels. Overactive sebaceous glands produce oily skin, while underactive glands lead to dry skin. Genetic factors can also influence skin reactivity, capillary activity, and sensitivity. In contrast, skin condition fluctuates due to external factors like surgery, medications, stress, environment, and illness.
Skin Types
Oily – Shiny with large pores and fine wrinkles. Prone to comedones (blackheads) and breakouts. Coarser texture and oily surface.
Normal – Healthy glow and even tone, no enlarged pores, wrinkles, or lines. Soft, moist, supple with smooth, fine structure.
Dry – Visibly dry with small pores, wrinkle-prone, poor elasticity. Tight and rough in places.
Sensitive – Thinner, lighter with reduced barrier function and more capillaries. Uneven texture and hotspots.
Skin Conditions
Dehydrated – Causes flakiness, fine lines, blackheads, excess sebum. Tight on forehead and cheekbones.
Sensitive – Subtle redness, inflammation from heat, products, friction. Uneven, warm texture, especially cheeks.
Aging – Wrinkles, pigmentation, poor circulation, dullness. Low lipids, rough, dry, uneven.
Pigmentation – Brown or white patches on cheeks, forehead, upper lip.
Clogged – Open/closed comedones, subsurface blockages. Uneven surface.
Outbreaks – Inflamed red spots, pimples; warm, pitted surface.
