Knowing Your Type of Complexion
Do you know which type you are? Dry, oily or sensitive? It’s not always easy to define, especially when your complexion tends to change based on your environment. This makes it tricky to pick a skin care cream because your needs change over time.
Apply a skin care cream that’s too greasy, and it might cause breakouts, but something that’s too light won’t hydrate well enough. From acne as a teenager, sun spots and early wrinkles, to hormonal changes during pregnancy and menopause, your skin care cream has its work cut out.
A closer look at the three types
- Dry
Dryness can be hereditary, as genetic predispositions affect sebum production in the oil glands – the part that gives us our natural suppleness. A hydrating skin care cream is essential but one that’s botanically-based to prevent allergic reactions. We know that a lack of hydration promotes ageing, so the best thing you can do, if you suffer from flaky dryness, is to double up on a skin care cream designed for the day and night.
- Oily
Some people have a genetic predisposition to active oil glands, producing a higher amount of sebum. The oil travels from inside the epidermis to the surface through pores and hair follicles. Then, of course, pimples and acne blemishes often follow. Lightly exfoliate once a week to remove the build-up of dead cells and follow it up with a skin care cream that’s free of harsh chemicals. Avoid the temptation of reaching for blemish skin care creams, as these dry out the surface.
- Sensitive
You’ll know if you’re a sensitive type. Usually after applying a cleanser and skin care cream, your face feels tight or there’s a burning sensation. Maybe pink spots have formed in specific areas and it’s suddenly gone dry. The best thing you can do is check the list of ingredients of anything you put on your face and body. Choose natural skin care creams and watching what you eat is key, too. Start your day with a fresh juice and take notice of the foods that react adversely to your face. Keep a food diary if you need.
You also might notice that the skin care cream and products you use ‘change’ your complexion type. Test the product and see how it works for you. We’ve seen our products, particularly the Age IQ skin care cream set, work for millions of people, and we know it’ll change your life, too. Order your IQ skin care creams under our 30-day guarantee program.
Everyone is different and while this is great, it can be hard to decide on the best skin care cream for you. You could be on the oiler side of or the drier side of dry. But there are some things that we all experience, regardless of our type.
Want to know the coolest thing? It doesn’t matter what type you have, IQ will suit your needs. That’s how we’ve designed our skin care creams. No red patches. No burning. No oily residue or flakiness. Order your Age IQ skin care cream package.