Subcategories

• 

  Dry skin

  Dry is used to describe a skin type that produces less sebum than normal skin. As a result of the lack of sebum, dry skin lacks the lipids that it needs to retain moisture and build a protective shield against external influences.

• 

  Sensitive skin

  Sensitive skin is skin prone to inflammation. People with sensitive skin may have rosacea or contact dermatitis, a type of red, itchy rash. Sensitive skin may also be especially prone to stinging or burning. 

• 

  Mature skin

  Mature skin usually has a duller complexion. It may be dry and pale, have open pores, or hyperpigmentation. People with a matured skin may also have noticeable wrinkles due to thinner or drier skin.

• 

  Problematic skin

• 

  Combined skin

  Your skin can be dry or normal in some areas and oily in others, such as the T-zone (nose, forehead, and chin).