What’s YOUR type? …. (Of skin!)
April 13, 2008 by sknutrition
As you start to take care of your skin, it’s important that you use appropriate products for your particular skin type - otherwise you could exacerbate any existing problems (e.g. by stripping dry skin of essential oils or adding inappropriate moisturisers to oily skin!)
Most people will have skin that tends towards being dry or being oily. Even those with seemingly ‘perfect’ skin will occasionally suffer from flaky patches or visible pores. Here are some pointers to help you identify your skin type and how to treat it.
Normal to Dry skin
- Has a dull surface appearance and flaky patches
- Fine lines visible around the eyes and lips
- Skin feels tight and sensitive in harsh weather condition
If this sounds like your skin, you should:
- Ensure you wash it with WARM, not hot water
- Use as little soap as possible
- Drink plenty of water
- Dry your skin thoroughly but very gently
- Use bath oils and moisturisers
Normal to Oily skin
- Looks shiny, especially in the T-zone (forehead, nose and chin)
- Visible pores
- Apparent blemishes
If you can relate to this description, you should:
- Avoid oil-based cosmetics
- Wash often using warm water
- Use a mild cleanser and avoid harsh soaps
- ALWAYS remove make-up
At SK Nutrition, we recommend Herbalife NouriFusion products for the foundation of healthy radiant skin. The range of multi-vitamin skin care includes SPF 15, anti-oxidant vitamins A, C and E and is simple and pleasant to use and formulated especially for the different skin types. And with the NouriFusion Kits, you get all the basics of a skin-care routine (cleaner, toner and moisturiser) in one handy pack, whatever your skin type.
If you know your skin type and would like to browse the products at our online store, click on the image below, or feel free to contact us for a consultation if you are not sure which products would be best for you.
