Identify Your Skin Type in Minutes

The Four Skin Types

Every product you'll ever buy depends on knowing your skin type. There are four:

• Oily — shiny T-zone, enlarged pores, occasional breakouts.
• Dry — tight, sometimes flaky, dull-looking.
• Combination — oily T-zone, normal or dry cheeks. Most common.
• Sensitive — reacts to fragrances and weather; can occur with any of the above.

The 60-Minute Self-Test

1. Wash your face with a gentle cleanser.
2. Don't apply anything. Wait 60 minutes.
3. Check your skin: shiny everywhere = oily. Tight or flaky = dry. T-zone shiny only = combination. Red or stinging = sensitive.

Key Takeaway

Your skin type is the foundation of every product choice. Know yours — and the next 3 lessons will make perfect sense.