Facial skin is divided into several types

The skin on our faces is completely exposed to the outside and is exposed to wind and sun. Therefore, in life, many people pay special attention to the care of facial skin. When we choose facial skin care products, we must first know what type of facial skin we have. Only by choosing the right skin care products according to the type of our facial skin can we achieve twice the result with half the effort and get the best results when caring for the skin.

1. According to the water content and oil secretion of the skin stratum corneum

1. Normal skin.

This type of skin has normal keratin water content, generally between 10 and 20 percent, moderate sebum secretion, firm and elastic skin, smooth, moisturized and delicate surface, which is the standard of healthy and beautiful skin.

2. Dry skin.

The moisture content of the stratum corneum is low, less than 10%, the sebum secretion is less, the skin is dry, slippery, delicate, dull, the complexion is dull, and fine wrinkles and pigmentation are prone to appear.

3. Oily skin.

This type of skin has normal or low water content in the keratin, active sebum secretion, a shiny and matte skin surface, large pores, and is prone to acne and folliculitis.

4. Combination skin.

Generally speaking, the T zone of the face is oily skin, and the other zone is dry or neutral skin.

2. According to skin sensitivity

1. Insensitive.

The skin does not respond to external stimuli and the lactic acid test is 0 points.

2. Mildly sensitive.

The skin is sensitive to external stimuli, but can tolerate it and heal itself in a short period of time. Lactic acid stimulation test 1 point.

3. Moderately sensitive.

The skin is sensitive to external stimuli and is not easily tolerated. It does not respond in the short term, but allergic diseases such as eczema rarely occur. Lactic acid stimulation test 2 points.

4. Highly sensitive.

The skin reacts obviously to external stimuli and is prone to allergic diseases such as contact dermatitis and eczema. Lactic acid stimulation test 3 points.

3. According to skin pigmentation

1. No pigmentation.

The facial skin tone is even, without obvious pigmentation spots.

2. Mild pigmentation.

Pigmentation is less than one-quarter of the face and is light brown in color. Pigmentation is not easily left after inflammation or trauma.

3. Moderate pigmentation.

Pigmentation is larger than one-quarter to one-third of the face and is brown in color. Inflammation and trauma may leave pigmentation, which disappears slowly.

4. Severe pigmentation

The area of ​​pigmentation is larger than one-third of the face and is dark brown in color. Inflammation and trauma can easily leave pigmentation that is difficult to disappear.