Understanding your skin type can help you care for your skin with products and treatments that are best suited to compliment your complexion and will work best with the natural levels of oil and water in your skin. Skin types can change with age and sometimes even with seasons, so the best way to ensure that you’re using the most effective skin care regimen is to have it assessed regularly.

With a little help from our professional Beauty Experts, you’ll learn all you need to know about your skin and how to keep it glowing all year round.

Generally, each skin type has some common characteristics, but because your skin is as unique as you are, you may notice that it shows some of the characteristics of one skin type and some of another – that’s where beautyRx™ comes in. By conducting a personalized analysis of your skin, our professional Beauty Experts can determine exactly what your skin needs and how to get it.

Oily skin type
• Skin surface is shiny
• Pores are larger
• Blackheads, white heads and pimples occur easily
Key tip : Look for products that are oil-free and non-comedogenic.

Dry skin type
• Skin is tight, dull and sometimes flaky
• Pores are small
• Fine lines are visible
Key tip : Dry skin responds well to rich, creamy products that will comfort, soothe and hydrate.

Dehydrated skin type
• Skin lacks water/hydration
• Complexion is dull
• Pores are enlarged
Key tip : Dehydrated skin can be a temporary condition, varying from season to season so it’s important to re-assess your skin as needed and invest in a good daily moisturizer that will keep the skin hydrated at all times.

Normal/Combination skin type
• Center or “t-zone” is oily
• Pores are fairly small
• Cheeks are fairly smooth
Key tip : Treat the different areas of your skin separately to ensure that the oily areas are cleansed properly while the drier areas are hydrated properly.

Sensitive skin type
• Very fine texture
• Skin has a translucent-like appearance and tiny veins are sometimes visible
• Tends to be more irritable and reactionary
Key tip : Use gentle products that are hypoallergenic and alcohol-free. Also look for sensitive skin formulations.

Maturing skin type
• Increased dryness
• Loss of elasticity
• Fine lines and wrinkles are visible
Key tip : Look for products that offer moisturizing and anti-aging benefits and be sure to include the skin on your neck in your skin care regimen.

Acne-prone skin type
• Skin surface is shiny with large pores
• Redness, inflammation and irritation are common
• Presence of blackheads, white heads and pimples
Key tip : Use products that are gentle, oil-free and non-comedogenic.