Skin Types
Know Your Skin
Everyone’s skin is different. Learn how to understand yours.
Oily Skin
Shine appears quickly, especially through the middle of the face.
What it looks like
Skin often looks glossy a few hours after cleansing, pores can appear more visible, and makeup may slide or fade faster than expected.
Common concerns
Helpful everyday habits
✓ Cleanse gently twice a day with a mild, non-stripping cleanser
✓ Use a lightweight gel or lotion moisturiser — oily skin still needs hydration
✓ Choose non-comedogenic, fluid sunscreens for daily use
✓ Blot excess oil instead of over-washing
Things to avoid
❌ Harsh scrubbing
❌ Skipping moisturiser
❌ Very drying alcohol-heavy toners
❌ Washing more than twice daily
Dry Skin
Feels tight, rough or flaky, particularly after cleansing.
What it looks like
The forehead, nose and chin can look shiny while cheeks feel comfortable or slightly dry — needs differ across the face.
Common concerns
Helpful everyday habits
✓ Use a cream or milk cleanser and lukewarm water
✓ Apply moisturiser while skin is still slightly damp
✓ Look for humectants and emollients such as glycerin and ceramides
✓ Consider a humidifier in dry indoor air
Things to avoid
❌ Very hot water
❌ Foaming cleansers that leave skin squeaky
❌ Frequent exfoliation
❌ Layering too many actives at once
Combination Skin
Oilier through the T-zone, normal or dry on the cheeks
What it looks like
The forehead, nose and chin can look shiny while cheeks feel comfortable or slightly dry — needs differ across the face.
Common concerns
Helpful everyday habits
✓ Use one gentle cleanser for the whole face
✓ Try zone-based care: lighter textures in the T-zone, richer on cheeks
✓ Introduce one product at a time so you can see what helps
✓ Keep sunscreen consistent across the whole face
Things to avoid
❌ Treating the whole face as oily
❌ Over-exfoliating drier areas
❌ Heavy occlusive layers on the T-zone
Sensitive Skin
Reacts easily with redness, stinging or warmth.
What it looks like
Skin may flush after new products, temperature changes or fragrance, and can feel warm or itchy for a while afterwards.
Common concerns
Helpful everyday habits
✓ Keep routines short and simple
✓ Patch test new products on a small area first
✓ Favour fragrance-free, barrier-supporting formulas
✓ Introduce actives slowly and infrequently at first
Things to avoid
❌ Physical scrubs
Multiple new products at once
Strong fragrance
Normal Skin
Generally balanced, comfortable and predictable.
What it looks like
Skin feels comfortable after cleansing, has an even texture, and rarely swings between very oily and very dry.
Common concerns
Helpful everyday habits
✓ Keep a simple, consistent routine
✓ Cleanse, moisturise and use sunscreen daily
✓ Adjust textures with the seasons
✓ Add actives only when there is a reason to
Things to avoid
❌ Overloading the routine
Frequent product switching
Skipping sunscreen on cloudy days
Not Sure About Your Skin Type?
A simple observation at home is often enough to point you in the right direction.
SKINLY provides general skincare education and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you have persistent or severe skin concerns, consult a qualified dermatologist.