What type are you?

What type are you?
Following on from last weeks blog where I spoke about how to define your skin type and my anguish at cosmetic sales assistants giving product advice after glancing at the customers face fully loaded with make up, I thought I would give you an insight into the majority skin types that as a skin therapist I recognise.
After 13 years in the industry I avoid such terminology that is used by the cosmetic retail market such as ‘combination’ and ‘normal’ skin, since these are unrealistic terms.
The first skin type that I will look at this week is Lipid dry. Remember that this is just a basic overview and for your skin type to be professionally determined you need a full and thorough consult and skin analysis.
Lipid dry skin…
What does it look like?
Dull, rough and worn with a matt appearance and lacking in suppleness.
Milia (small, white, fatty deposits) maybe found around the eye area.
What will it feel like?
Changes in climate may make it feel hot, burning and itchy.
There may also be premature ageing and the skin could be slow to heal.
What can I do?
Avoid drying masks and harsh exfoliants.
Avoid sun exposure and protect skin daily.
Receive facial treatments to specifically target your skins needs.
Next week: Oily skin…
Want to know your skin type? Call Louise on 07810 872 633 or email enquiries@u-treatments.co.uk to book your skin health assessment and bespoke facial treatment.

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