The basis of a truly effective beauty routine? Knowing yourself 100%! However, a little bird tells us that if you're here, it's because you're not sure about your skin type... We'll help you find out before you go shopping!
Different skin types
Did you know that we're all born with a predefined skin type? It's genetic, in our DNA. As a result, our skin type our skin type can't changeno matter what products we use.
On the other hand, a non-adapted beauty routine can give you a distorted view of your skin: for example, you may think your skin is dry, just because you use products that are too drying, when in fact it's normal.
Normal skin
Appearance Smooth skin, even tone, pores slightly visible but tightened. Moderate shine on the T-zone possible, but only in the middle of the day.
Touch Velvety smooth.
Feel Nothing in particular. Possible tightness after washing.
*Good to know: Just because you have normal skin doesn't mean you don't need to maintain it - quite the opposite. Rely on our 3 essential steps to keep your skin in tip-top shape!
Discover our products for normal skin right here here
Combination skin
Appearance: Moderately smooth skin, complexion can be uneven, T-zone shiny in the morning or if you don't wash your face in the morning. Cheeks dry, dehydrated and pores a little more visible in the T-zone. Imperfections possible.
Feel : More or less smooth, sticky in the T-zone.
Sensation : Sensation of tightness and discomfort in the cheeks. Comfortable T-zone.
*Good to know: Combination skin is undoubtedly THE most common skin type. Above all, don't treat it like oily skin because of the T-zone, at the risk of over-sensitizing and dehydrating it.
Discover our products for combination skin right here here
Oily skin
Appearance Shine on the T-zone and more or less all over the face. Dilated pores, blackheads and even inflamed imperfections.
Touch Thick, irregular skin, oily to the touch.
Sensation Sensation of "heavy" skin and make-up that doesn't "hold".
*Good to know: Oily skin tends to mark itself less quickly... and therefore age less quickly than dry skin, for example! This is due to the sebum it produces in excess, which protects it better from daily aggressions.
Discover our products for oily skin right here here
Dry skin
Appearance Lack of luminosity, rough appearance. Very tight or even invisible pores, marked expression lines and possibly flaking.
Feel A little rough when the skin is not properly treated.
Feeling Tightness, constant discomfort or rapidly after application of a cream. Itching.
*Good to know: Dry skin tends to avoid exfoliation. However, exfoliation is absolutely essential, as dry skin has difficulty evacuating dead surface cells. By exfoliating at least once a week, moisturizing products will penetrate the skin much better, leaving you with a luminous complexion.
Discover our products for dry skin right here here
Can I have 2 skin types?
It's completely possible, yes! It's common, for example, to have normal to combination or normal to dry skin.
Concerns
Unlike our skin type, which is a permanent, unchangeable state, our concerns are ephemeral and can therefore be treated. Dehydration, sensitivities, imperfections, signs of aging or pigmentation spots, are all concerns that can be managed. Of course, you can have just one, or several (for example imperfections and sensitivities at the same timeThere are no rules.
Dehydration
Appearance: Areas prone to fine lines, flaking, dull complexion and skin that feels "glossy" but not oily.
Feel No greasy finish, rough, wrinkled skin.
Feel : Tugging.
* Good to know: Dryness and dehydration are two different concerns. Dehydration means thirsty skin, because it lacks water. Conversely, dryness means skin lacking sebum, i.e. oil. To be sure of your needs, read our article " Dry or dehydrated skin? We tell you everything! "
Take a look at our selection of "dehydration" products here
The drought
Appearance: Cardboard-like skin, dull complexion and localized dry patches (scabs), excess dead skin.
Touch : Prough water.
Feel : Permanent discomfort, tightness.
*Good to know: Nothing beats a treatment oil to alleviate discomfort and create a shield on the skin's surface, limiting water loss. Opt for skin care products containing rich plant oils: borage, evening primrose, avocado...
Take a look at our selection of "drought" products here
Blemishes and blackheads
Appearance: raised, inflamed pimples or subcutaneous imperfections (microksytes)
Touch : Irregular skin texture.
Feel : Pain, heat, sensation of bump.
*Good to know: If you wear makeup, banish foundations and blushes packed with the wrong silicones or mineral oils. Highly comedogenic, they can accentuate the appearance of pimples (or even cause them in the first place).
Take a look at our selection of "blemishes & blackheads" products here
Shine and dilated pores
Appearance : Localized shiny areas, visible pores, possibly blackheads.
Touch : Bold.
Feel : Feeling of heaviness.
*Good to know: Don't skip out on moisturizing! We're often tempted to skip moisturizing to avoid shine. But with a moisturizing cream or an appropriate oil, you can rebalance your skin and even mattify it for the whole day.
Take a look at our selection of "shine & enlarged pores" products here
The first wrinkles
Appearance: Fine lines and wrinkles.
Touch : Skin slightly less firm to the touch.
Feel : Possibly a little drier, more easily dehydrated skin.
*Good to know: Environmental pollution is one of the main causes of premature skin aging. So don't forget to add anti-pollution anti-pollution products with antioxidants to help reverse the signs of aging!
Take a look at our selection of "first wrinkles" products here
Established wrinkles
Appearance: Marked expression lines and wrinkles (frown lines, crow's feet, etc.), less luminous complexion.
Touch Irregularities in marked areas, thinner skin to the touch.
Feel : Nothing in particular.
*Good to know: Even the most effective anti-aging creams and serums will only work perfectly if the foundation of your routine is right. So don't neglect a double cleansing cleansing and daily daily exfoliation to boost cell renewal!
Take a look at our selection of "established wrinkles" products here
Loss of firmness
Appearance: Looser facial oval, dilated pores.
Touch Finer, less dense skin.
Feel : Nothing in particular.
*Good to know: Pores dilate as collagen and elastin fibers relax. This has nothing to do with pores dilated by excess sebum: we therefore advise you to avoid clay masks or astringent lotions designed for young skin.
Take a look at our selection of "loss of firmness" products here
Pigment spots
Appearance: more or less pronounced brown spots, dull complexion.
Touch Nothing special.
Feel : Nothing in particular.
*Good to know: UV is the 1stera cause of dark spots. Remember to protect yourself from the sun using a moisturizing cream with sun protection (we recommend at least SPF 30).
Take a look at our selection of "pigmentation spots" products here
Sensitivity and redness
Appearance: Localized or diffuse redness, small red pimples.
Touch Nothing special.
Feel : Sensation of continuous or spontaneous heat, irritation, itching, tingling...
*Good to know: It's extremely common for sensitivities to be accompanied by dehydration (and vice versa): as your skin's shield has been damaged, it can no longer retain water in its tissues.
Take a look at our selection of "sensitivities & redness" products here
Lack of radiance and even skin tone
Appearance: Dull, less even complexion.
Touch Nothing special.
Feel : Possibly rough, uneven skin if not exfoliated daily.
*Good to know: The unstoppable gesture for instant radiance? Exfoliating exfoliating productsExfoliating products sweep away dead skin cells for a luminous, even complexion.
Browse our selection of "Lack of radiance & even skin tone" products here
Still in doubt? We can help! Write to us at contact@ohmycream.com or if you're more the talkative type, give us a call on 01 86 95 02 22 (toll-free). Our beauty coaches will be delighted to help you. You can also book an appointment via this link link for an online consultation to speak directly with one of our experts and carry out a skin diagnosis.
