As important as it is to take care of your skin, knowing your skin type is key to choosing the right skincare products that suit your skin and will give you the best results. A person’s skin type changes many times over time and depends on age, climate, lifestyle, working conditions and health. However, if the skin is properly cared for, it can stay in good condition for a very long time.
Normal skin type
Normal skin has a healthy glow, is smooth with closed pores, and is free of pimples and acne. The skin itself regulates the amount of oil and moisture it needs. This type of skin is not characterised by an oily sheen. The main purpose of skin care is to moisturise, nourish and protect the skin from environmental factors. Preferred organic skincare products for this skin type: Micellar Cleansing Water, Hydrating Toner, All-In-One Facial Oil.
The skin is thin and is described as dehydrated. Dry skin type is characterised by fine wrinkling (a sign of early ageing), dragging sensations, roughness, flaking. Dry skin is hypersensitive and prone to irritation. If you do not take care of your skin properly, you may notice wrinkles as early as the age of 25. The main goal of skin care is to protect the skin from unfavourable external environmental factors and to fully moisturise and nourish it (rebuilding the lipid barrier). This can be achieved with cosmetic cleansers that do not contain soap or alcohol. These include Gentle Cleansing Foam and Purifying Mousse. Moisturising can be achieved with Hydrating Serum, followed by Nourishing Rich Cream.
Classically oily skin is shiny and shows enlarged pores, which are more pronounced in the T-zone area. It is often inflamed and acne-prone. The main goal of skin care is to reduce sebaceous gland activity, tighten the pores and cleanse them. Our top products for oily skin are Micellar Cleansing Water, Clarifying Gel and Oil-Free Hydrating Gel.
Sensitive, reactive skin is more sensitive than normal skin, it is hyper-reactive. Sensitive skin is primarily characterised by discomfort, itching, burning and prickling. Firstly, in people with sensitive skin with poor tolerance, the protective function of the skin surface (epidermis) is compromised. This leads to dehydration, dry skin and, most importantly, an increased chance for potential irritants to penetrate the skin. The key to sensitive skin care is the principle of cleansing the skin – restoring a normal pH barrier. Normal skin is known to have a pH between 5.2-5.4 and this level is restored independently within a few minutes after washing the face. Sensitive skin, on the other hand, has a disturbed skin and does not recover to normal pH levels, resulting in irritated skin and rosy cheeks. Therefore, suitable products for facial cleansing are neutral and/or mildly acidic hygiene products, which help to restore this pH barrier. Skin care products suitable for dry skin should be chosen that do not cause redness, rashes or other unpleasant phenomena. These are Micellar Cleansing Water, Hydrating Toner and Moisturising Day Cream. The face should not be washed more than 2-3 times a day. If cosmetics are frequently applied to sensitive skin, they cause irritation and sensitivity in themselves. The skin should be allowed to relax and cosmetics should be used in moderation.
Combination skin, or mixed skin, is a common skin type, a term derived from the combination of two skin types: oily skin and dry skin. It is characterised by blackheads, shiny skin and open, enlarged pores. Combination skin is characterised by oily skin on the forehead, it is shiny and prone to small rashes, especially in the so-called T-zone, i.e. on the forehead, nose and chin. In contrast, the skin on the cheeks, in the area of the gums or near the hairline is normal or dry. The main concern when choosing skin care products is to avoid making dry skin even drier and to keep oily skin sufficiently cleansed. Suitable for home care are Gentle Cleansing Foam, Clarifying Gel, Oil-Free Hydrating Gel and Vitamin C Serum.
Skin types – how they differ
As important as it is to take care of your skin, knowing your skin type is key to choosing the right skincare products that suit your skin and will give you the best results.
A person’s skin type changes many times over time and depends on age, climate, lifestyle, working conditions and health. However, if the skin is properly cared for, it can stay in good condition for a very long time.
Normal skin type
Normal skin has a healthy glow, is smooth with closed pores, and is free of pimples and acne. The skin itself regulates the amount of oil and moisture it needs. This type of skin is not characterised by an oily sheen. The main purpose of skin care is to moisturise, nourish and protect the skin from environmental factors.
Preferred organic skincare products for this skin type: Micellar Cleansing Water, Hydrating Toner, All-In-One Facial Oil.
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Dry skin
The skin is thin and is described as dehydrated. Dry skin type is characterised by fine wrinkling (a sign of early ageing), dragging sensations, roughness, flaking. Dry skin is hypersensitive and prone to irritation.
If you do not take care of your skin properly, you may notice wrinkles as early as the age of 25.
The main goal of skin care is to protect the skin from unfavourable external environmental factors and to fully moisturise and nourish it (rebuilding the lipid barrier). This can be achieved with cosmetic cleansers that do not contain soap or alcohol. These include Gentle Cleansing Foam and Purifying Mousse. Moisturising can be achieved with Hydrating Serum, followed by Nourishing Rich Cream.
Explore all products for dry skin.
Oily skin
Classically oily skin is shiny and shows enlarged pores, which are more pronounced in the T-zone area. It is often inflamed and acne-prone. The main goal of skin care is to reduce sebaceous gland activity, tighten the pores and cleanse them. Our top products for oily skin are Micellar Cleansing Water, Clarifying Gel and Oil-Free Hydrating Gel.
Explore all products for oily skin.
Sensitive skin
Sensitive, reactive skin is more sensitive than normal skin, it is hyper-reactive. Sensitive skin is primarily characterised by discomfort, itching, burning and prickling. Firstly, in people with sensitive skin with poor tolerance, the protective function of the skin surface (epidermis) is compromised. This leads to dehydration, dry skin and, most importantly, an increased chance for potential irritants to penetrate the skin. The key to sensitive skin care is the principle of cleansing the skin – restoring a normal pH barrier. Normal skin is known to have a pH between 5.2-5.4 and this level is restored independently within a few minutes after washing the face. Sensitive skin, on the other hand, has a disturbed skin and does not recover to normal pH levels, resulting in irritated skin and rosy cheeks. Therefore, suitable products for facial cleansing are neutral and/or mildly acidic hygiene products, which help to restore this pH barrier. Skin care products suitable for dry skin should be chosen that do not cause redness, rashes or other unpleasant phenomena. These are Micellar Cleansing Water, Hydrating Toner and Moisturising Day Cream. The face should not be washed more than 2-3 times a day.
If cosmetics are frequently applied to sensitive skin, they cause irritation and sensitivity in themselves. The skin should be allowed to relax and cosmetics should be used in moderation.
Explore all products for sensitive skin.
Combination skin
Combination skin, or mixed skin, is a common skin type, a term derived from the combination of two skin types: oily skin and dry skin. It is characterised by blackheads, shiny skin and open, enlarged pores. Combination skin is characterised by oily skin on the forehead, it is shiny and prone to small rashes, especially in the so-called T-zone, i.e. on the forehead, nose and chin. In contrast, the skin on the cheeks, in the area of the gums or near the hairline is normal or dry. The main concern when choosing skin care products is to avoid making dry skin even drier and to keep oily skin sufficiently cleansed. Suitable for home care are Gentle Cleansing Foam, Clarifying Gel, Oil-Free Hydrating Gel and Vitamin C Serum.
Explore all products for combination skin.