Every skin is unique. With this simple skin type test, you can better assess what care your skin needs in everyday life. It's best to observe your skin in the morning after cleansing or a few hours after applying your skincare.
1. How does your skin feel after cleansing?
A: It feels tight, dry, or rough.
B: It quickly becomes shiny, especially on the forehead, nose, and chin.
C: The T-zone is shiny, while the cheeks feel rather normal or dry.
D: It quickly reacts with redness, burning, or tightness.
E: It usually feels balanced and comfortable.
2. How does your skin look throughout the day?
A: It looks dry, dull, or flaky.
B: It is very shiny and prone to blemishes.
C: Forehead, nose, and chin are shiny, while the cheeks remain drier.
D: It appears sensitive, reddened, or easily irritated.
E: It remains relatively even and uncomplicated.
3. What care does your skin need most?
A: Rich moisture and protection.
B: Clarifying, light care without being heavy.
C: Balancing care for different skin areas.
D: Soothing, especially gentle care.
E: A light, high-quality basic care.
Evaluation
Mostly A: Dry Skin
Your skin needs intensive moisture, rich care, and support for the skin barrier. Hyaluron, aloe vera, panthenol, shea butter, ceramides, and high-quality plant oils are ideal.
Suitable care:
Gentle cleansing, hydrating serum, rich cream, nourishing mask.
Mostly B: Oily or Blemish-Prone Skin
Your skin produces more sebum and tends to become shiny, have enlarged pores, or blemishes more quickly. Thorough but mild cleansing and light moisturizing care are important.
Suitable care:
Cleansing gel, clarifying tonic, light serum, gel cream, clarifying mask.
Mostly C: Combination Skin
Your skin has different needs. The T-zone is rather oily, while the cheeks are normal or dry. Balancing care is ideal here.
Suitable care:
Mild cleansing, light serum, balancing cream, targeted care depending on the skin area.
Mostly D: Sensitive Skin
Your skin reacts quickly to external influences or unsuitable care. It needs mild, soothing, and well-tolerated products.
Suitable care:
Gentle cleansing, soothing serum, cream with aloe vera, panthenol, or hyaluron.
Mostly E: Normal Skin
Your skin is usually balanced and uncomplicated. Nevertheless, it needs regular care, moisture, and protection to stay fresh and well-cared for.
Suitable care:
Gentle cleansing, light moisturizing care, occasional mask, and daily sun protection.
Tip from Sanfte Schönheit
Skin type can change due to season, stress, hormones, diet, or age. Therefore, it is worthwhile to regularly observe your skin and adjust your care as needed. This way, your skin gets exactly what it needs at the moment.
