Skin Type Test Online: Find Your Skin Type at Home
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Knowing your skin type is the first step to choosing products that work. Here is a simple test you can do at home today.
The 30-minute bare-face test
- Wash your face with a gentle cleanser and pat it dry.
- Apply nothing for 30 minutes.
- Look at your face in daylight and press a clean tissue to your forehead, nose, cheeks and chin.
| What you notice | Likely skin type |
|---|---|
| Oil on the tissue from all areas, shine everywhere | Oily |
| Tight, flaky or rough, no oil on the tissue | Dry |
| Oil on forehead and nose only, cheeks normal or dry | Combination |
| Redness, itching or stinging after washing | Sensitive |
| Comfortable, little oil, no tightness | Normal |
What each type needs
- Oily: a light gel moisturiser and a weekly clay or charcoal mask.
- Dry: a richer night cream and an overnight hydrating mask.
- Combination: treat the T-zone and cheeks differently.
- Sensitive: fewer products, and patch-test anything new.
Want a fuller picture?
The bare-face test tells you your type. The Theraglam Glow Scan goes further: from 3 photos and a short quiz it builds a full skincare, diet, face yoga and exercise plan for your skin. Rs 599, one time.