Normal Skin
It is very rare to find normal skin, and needs careful handling to maintain the balance between oil production and oil loss.Normal skin has a clear fresh appearance, rarely develops blemishes and has an even pore size. There is no evidence of lining or flaking, indicating a well moisturised skin.
Normal skin is characterised by:
Even texture and pores
Feels firm to touch
Texture is even
Elasticity is good and skin is free from spots or blemishes
Moisture content is good
Colour is pink because of good circulation- No evidence of lining or flaking
Combination skin is characterised by:
A T-shape of oily skin that crosses the forehead and runs down the side of the nose and onto the chin
The pores within the T zone are larger than elsewhere on the face
A sheen across the forehead, on the sides of the nose and on the chin
A tendency to congestion of the pores within the T zone- The skin outside the T zone may be normal or dry
Dehydration is caused by insufficient moisture in the skin and can affect any skin type.
It may be caused by illness, excessive sweating, drastic dieting, not drinking enough water or air conditioning.
Dehydrated skin is characterised by:
Fine superficial lines
Fine 'orange peel' effect
Broken capillaries- Flaking
Almost everyone over the age of 25 years has mature skin. As the skin ages it becomes dry because the glands are less active and it loses its elasticity.
The epidermis grows more slowly and so becomes thinner and facial contours change as muscle tone is lost.
Blood circulates more slowly, therefore nutrients are not as available so new skin cells are replenished less often.
In the same way, waste products are removed more slowly, therefore the skin can look puffy due to water retention.
Mature skin is characterised by:
Puffiness under the skin
Dark circles under the eyes
Hair growth on upper lip and chin that darkens with age
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