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How to Identify Your Skin Type

Skin types are typically categorized as normal, oily, dry, combination, or sensitive. Knowing your skin type can help you ...
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What are skin types?

Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MDKey TakeawaysKnowing your skin type can help you choose the right products for ...
There are five skin types: normal, dry, oily, combination, and sensitive. You can test your skin type at home by observing oil, dryness, or redness on your skin. Age, sun damage, and hormonal changes ...
Susan Bard, MD, is a board-certified general and procedural dermatologist with the American Board of Dermatology and a Fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery. If you're interested in learning ...
“Truth is…” allows readers to get esthetician-backed advice without having to step foot into an office. In each article, certified skin therapist Samantha Mims shares her do’s and don’ts, product ...
NYC dermatologist Dr. Shereene Idriss is sharing a simple, free test to determine if you have oily, dry, or combination skin. N_studio - stock.adobe.com You may need a thick skin to take this test.
Q: I see so many skin care products labeled for different skin types, but I'm not even sure what mine is. How can I tell, and why does it matter? A: Understanding your skin type is essential for ...
Esthetician Renée Rouleau reveals that the concept of three skin types is outdated, and shares the nine you should be considering instead. “In training, they taught you about three different skin ...