BEAUTY FOR DIFFERENT SKIN TYPES
Updated: Sep 25
Everyone's skin is different, and beauty for different skin types starts with knowing yours. Oily, dry, combination, or sensitive, this guide covers what each one needs, the common problems, and the products that work best. For glam looks our artists have done on every kind of skin, browse our gallery.
1. Oily skin: controlling shine
Oily skin is often misunderstood. The answer isn't to skip moisture. It's to find the right balance. Use oil-free, non-comedogenic products so your pores don't clog. Build your routine around a mild cleanser, a salicylic acid toner, and a lightweight moisturizer. Wear sunscreen, too: oily skin still needs protection from UV rays, the same rays our at-home tanning guide helps you avoid. For makeup, matte foundations and oil-absorbing powders keep shine down all day.
2. Dry skin: hydration first
Dry skin needs moisture, so reach for hydrating cleansers, rich moisturizers, and nourishing serums. Look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin, which hold water in the skin. Use a mild exfoliator to clear away dead skin cells and smooth the texture. Liquid or cream foundations give a dewy finish and add a little glow.
3. Combination skin: balancing both
Combination skin means an oily T-zone and drier patches elsewhere, so it takes more than one product. Use a mild, pH-balanced cleanser that won't dry you out. Put a lightweight, oil-free moisturizer on the T-zone and a richer one on the dry areas. Multitasking products like BB creams or tinted moisturizers even out your complexion without weighing down any one area.
4. Sensitive skin: less is more
Sensitive skin needs extra care. Choose fragrance-free, hypoallergenic products to lower the risk of irritation. Pick a mild cleanser that won't strip your skin's natural oils, and moisturizers with soothing ingredients like aloe vera or chamomile. Patch test anything new and add products one at a time so you can spot a reaction. Mineral makeup is often a good choice, since it gives coverage without aggravating sensitive skin.
Skincare isn't one-size-fits-all, and neither is beauty. Learn what your skin type needs and what it doesn't like. Build your routine around it, try different products, and pay attention to how your skin responds. Healthy-looking skin starts with taking care of the skin you have.
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