What skincare products suit each skin type?
Every skin type has its own needs, and choosing the right products helps maintain balance, clarity, and overall skin health. Here’s a quick guide to what suits each skin type.
Types of Skin
Oily Skin
Oily skin produces excess sebum, leading to shine and clogged pores.
Best-Suited Products:
- Gel or foaming cleansers
- Oil-free or water-based moisturisers
- Lightweight sunscreens
- Exfoliants with BHA (salicylic-based formulas)
- Clay masks (occasional use)
Dry Skin
Dry skin often feels tight, rough, or flaky.
Best-Suited Products:
- Cream or milk cleansers
- Rich moisturisers with ceramides, hyaluronic acid, or shea butter
- Hydrating serums
- Cream-based sunscreen
- Facial oils (if needed)
Combination Skin
Combination skin has an oily T-zone and dry or normal cheeks.
Best-Suited Products:
- Gentle gel cleansers
- Balancing moisturisers (lightweight but hydrating)
- Balancing moisturisers (lightweight but hydrating)
- Targeted treatments (e.g., BHA for T-zone, hydrating serums for cheeks)
Sensitive Skin
Sensitive skin reacts easily to fragrance, alcohol, or harsh ingredients.
Best-Suited Products:
- Fragrance-free cleansers
- Soothing moisturisers (with aloe, ceramides, oat)
- Mineral-based sunscreens
- Very mild exfoliants (if required)
- Alcohol-free toners
Normal Skin
Normal skin is balanced, not too oily or dry.
Best-Suited Products:
- Gentle cleansers
- Light moisturisers
- Hydrating serums
- Sunscreen (any texture that feels comfortable)
- Occasional exfoliation