As the first step in understanding what your skin needs, it is important to note that it works every day.

No matter what your skin goals are, I firmly believe that the key to healthy skin is education, enlightenment and empowerment. As the first step in understanding what your skin needs, it is important to note that it works every day. It is now necessary to go beyond the traditional classification of skin types, such as oily, dry, and combination, because products and diagnostic methods are more advanced in assessing your skin condition, texture, and performance more accurately. But when you stand as a chemist or browse the Internet, how do you calculate the difference between so many skin types that sound similar? Here, I will introduce the three most commonly confused skin descriptors to help you master the knowledge to make more informed skin decisions...

Dry skin that can be inherited is a type of skin that lacks natural oils. On the other hand, dehydrated skin is a condition that occurs when the skin lacks moisture. Dehydration of the skin is common because of men’s lifestyle choices (such as not drinking enough water) or due to damage to the skin barrier, which leads to water loss through the epidermis. When your skin is dehydrated, any of your lines will appear more prominent, and your skin may feel irritated and tight. To check if my skin is dehydrated, I often do a test in the bathroom mirror. If you wrinkle your nose and see fine lines, this may indicate that your skin is dehydrated. Make sure you drink plenty of water and add essential fatty acids to your diet to help your skin from the inside.

Sensitive skin is a skin type. It is the type of skin you have from birth and involves dealing with chronic irritation. Because your skin is more susceptible to reactions, people with sensitive skin must be cautious about contacting ingredients or factors that may trigger reactions. On the contrary, allergies are caused by lifestyle factors, such as excessive use of products or neglect of the skin. People with sensitive skin are prone to inflammation and are more prone to rosacea, redness, spots, and itching.

Temperature changes (that is, from cold to centrally heated homes) can cause skin sensitivity, skipping SPF, excessive exfoliation, and abuse of powerful skin care ingredients (such as vitamin A) can also cause skin sensitivity. After years of use, your skin may have become sensitive. Another sign is to notice a red, scaly texture or tightness after cleaning.

All women have pigment in their skin, which helps protect the skin from light. Prolonged exposure can cause enzyme activity, which attempts to form a barrier for the skin. Hyperpigmentation or hyperpigmentation is the darkening, tan, or freckles of the skin. In contrast, non-pigment is the loss of pigment, which means loss of protection. Although pigmentation can be caused by sun exposure, it can also be caused by hormones and can occur during pregnancy, puberty, or when taking medications such as birth control pills or HRT. There are many types of pigmentation, including chloasma, which appear as patches of gray and light brown skin that often appear in areas exposed to sunlight, usually in the shape of a butterfly across the nose and cheeks.

When the melanocytes and melanin in the skin decrease, depigmentation or hypopigmentation occurs. This can also happen when we have less tyrosine (an amino acid used to make pigments). For any pigment-related issues, I recommend using SPF50 sunscreen every day. Daily use can prevent hypopigmentation and prevent its deterioration.

Although we cover some different skin issues here, if you have any questions or concerns about determining your skin condition and how best to meet your needs, please contact theskinnerd.com for full support-they are always ready to answer Skin problems-related!

Use Avene Cicalfate Restorative Protective Cream to soothe and repair dry skin. This fragrance-free moisturizer contains zinc-copper complexes, antibacterial agents and C Restore (a kind of epibiotic), which can quickly restore, calm and provide comfort to very dry, irritated skin. Apply twice a day to make the skin softer and more balanced.

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