If youre unsure of your skin type, there are several ways to determine it at home. Here are some tips and methods from the search results:
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The Bare-Faced Method: This method involves gently patting a blotting paper on different areas of your face and holding the sheet up to the light to determine how much oil is visible. If the sheet picked up little to no oil, you most likely have dry skin. If the blotting sheet reveals oil from the forehead and nose areas, your skin is combination. Finally, if the blotting paper is saturated with oil, it is extremely likely that you have oily skin.
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Patch Testing: Before adding a new skincare product to your routine, dermatologists recommend testing it on a small area of skin first. Apply the product to a test spot twice daily for seven to 10 days. Choose a quarter-sized spot on your skin where the product wont be rubbed or irritated. If you experience any redness, itching, or swelling, discontinue use of the product.
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Skin Care Quiz: You can take a skin care quiz to determine your skin type. Healthline offers a 7-question quiz to help you figure out exactly what your unique skin is asking for. Sublime Life also offers a simple test you can take to determine your skin type.
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YouTube Video: Wishtrend TV has a video that explains how to determine your skin type and offers tips on how to care for it.
Once you have determined your skin type, you can choose products that are formulated for your specific needs. Look for products that are labeled as non-irritating and non-sensitizing, and avoid ingredients that can result in redness and itchiness, such as parabens, synthetic fragrances, mineral oil, sulfate detergents, phthalates, urea, DEA or TEA. If you experience any negative reactions to a product, discontinue use and talk to a board-certified dermatologist, who can help you identify the cause of the reaction and recommend alternative products.
