Wash your face, pat it and allow it to dry. About 30 minutes later, take a piece of blotting paper and press on different parts of your face. If your skin is oily, the paper will stick to your face and pick up numerous oil spots. If the paper doesn't stick or reveal any oil spots, your skin is considered to be dry. If it sticks in your t-zone area(forehead, nose and chin) then you have combination or normal skin. About 70 percent of women have combination skin. Here are the five different skin types and their characteristics.
Type 1: Oily skin tends to shiny with enlarged pores, and is prone to blackheads and blemishes. You might experience some tightness.
Type 2: Combination/normal This skin type has medium pores, a smooth and even texture, good circulation, healthy color, may tend toward dryness on the cheeks while being oily in the t-zone.
Type 3: Sensitive skin tends to be thin, delicate with fine pores. It flushes easily, is prone to broken capillaries, is frequently allergic and can be rashy.
Type 4: Dry skin feels tight, especially after cleansing. You have a tendency towards fine wrinkles, flaking and red patches. In women of color, skin may appear ashy or dull from dead skin buildup.
Type 5: Aging or sun-damaged skin also feels tight with visible wrinkles, slack skin tone especially around the cheeks and jawline with leathery texture and broken capillaries.
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