So whatâ€™s your skin type?

Here are a few quick questions that can help you understand your skin better.

If you can figure out your skin type correctly, most of your skin-related problems will become easier to handle. Here are a few quick questions that can help you understand your skin better...

Q1) Does your skin feel dry and parched after a wash?
A. Yes all the time.
B. Sometimes. Whenever I use a harsh facewash.
C. No, not really.

Q2) Do you feel it is compulsory to use a body lotion after a bath?
A. Of course. I can't miss that because my skin feels flaky
B. Usually. Especially if I am wearing short dresses or sleeve less
C. No, I don't need it.

Q3) What kind of moisturiser do you use?
A. Whatever I get.
B. Something with a sunscreen
C. My moisturiser always has sunscreen and a lot of extra nourishment.

Q4) Do you think your lips feel very dry during winter?
A. All the time.
B. Sometimes.
C. No, never.

Q5) In the evening, when you are back home, this is how your skin feels.......
A. Very dry. And my face feels stretchy and arms, legs and elbows feel flaky.
B. Skin feels okay. But after washing, looks fresh and rejuvenated.
C. My skin feels oily and sticky.

Q6) Do you suffer from cracked heels during the cold months?
A. Yes, always. My clothes get stuck in the cracks and skin feels parched.
B. Sometimes it does dry up, but I never really have visible cracks there.
C. No, very rarely.

Answers
Mostly As
You suffer from terribly dry skin and you need intense moisture treatments if you want to retain youthful softness and glow on your skin. You seem to be careless. The 'I use whatever I get' can be harmful for your skin. Use a hydrating and nourishing moisturiser, not just on your face but all over your body at least thrice daily.

Mostly Bs
You seem to have combination skin. It is partly dry and partly oily. This type of skin needs care because you don't want to overdo neither oily or dry skin products. Take care to keep your T-zone cleansed properly.

Mostly Cs
You are lucky to have partly oily to normal skin, because this skin type remains youthful and wrinkle-free for longer. However, you might be acne-prone so you need to keep your face clean and pores minimised.

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