{"id":308,"date":"2022-01-21T16:26:29","date_gmt":"2022-01-21T15:26:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/?page_id=308"},"modified":"2026-05-31T10:15:38","modified_gmt":"2026-05-31T08:15:38","slug":"care-by-skin-type","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/soins-par-types-de-peau\/","title":{"rendered":"Care by skin type"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"bd-brand\"><style>\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fill,minmax(260px,1fr));gap:16px;margin-top:8px}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card{display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:8px;padding:24px 26px;background:rgba(255,255,255,0.6);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.95);border-radius:22px;backdrop-filter:blur(20px);text-decoration:none;transition:transform 0.25s ease,box-shadow 0.25s ease;box-shadow:0 10px 40px rgba(42,36,56,0.04)}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card:hover{transform:translateY(-4px);box-shadow:0 22px 55px rgba(42,36,56,0.1)}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card-tag{font-family:var(--bd-sans);font-size:11px;font-weight:600;color:var(--bd-accent);letter-spacing:0.06em;text-transform:uppercase}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card h3{font-family:var(--bd-serif);font-weight:500;font-size:20px;line-height:1.2;color:var(--bd-ink);letter-spacing:-0.01em;margin:0}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card p{font-family:var(--bd-sans);font-size:14px;line-height:1.55;color:var(--bd-ink-soft,#5a5560);margin:0}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card-arrow{font-family:var(--bd-serif);font-style:italic;font-size:14px;color:var(--bd-accent);margin-top:auto;padding-top:4px}\n.bd-brand .bd-prob-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(240px,1fr));gap:16px;margin-top:8px}\n.bd-brand .bd-prob-card{padding:26px 28px;background:rgba(255,255,255,0.6);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.95);border-radius:22px;backdrop-filter:blur(20px);box-shadow:0 10px 40px rgba(42,36,56,0.04)}\n.bd-brand .bd-prob-card .bd-prob-num{font-family:var(--bd-serif);font-style:italic;font-size:26px;color:var(--bd-accent);line-height:1}\n.bd-brand .bd-prob-card h4{font-family:var(--bd-serif);font-weight:500;font-size:20px;line-height:1.2;color:var(--bd-ink);letter-spacing:-0.01em;margin:10px 0 8px}\n.bd-brand .bd-prob-card p{font-family:var(--bd-sans);font-size:14.5px;line-height:1.6;color:var(--bd-ink-soft,#5a5560);margin:0}\n.bd-brand .bd-prob-card .bd-prob-inci{font-family:var(--bd-serif);font-style:italic;font-size:14px;color:var(--bd-accent);margin:0 0 6px}\n.bd-brand .bd-refs{margin-top:8px;padding:26px 28px;background:rgba(255,255,255,0.45);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.9);border-radius:22px}\n.bd-brand .bd-refs li{font-family:var(--bd-sans);font-size:13px;line-height:1.6;color:var(--bd-ink-soft,#5a5560);margin:0 0 8px;list-style:none;padding-left:18px;position:relative}\n.bd-brand .bd-refs li:before{content:'\u00b7';position:absolute;left:4px;color:var(--bd-accent);font-weight:700}\n.bd-brand .bd-refs li:last-child{margin-bottom:0}\n.bd-brand>p:empty{display:none!important}\n.bd-brand>p{margin:0!important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-section{padding:48px 0 !important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-hero{padding-bottom:8px !important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-hero .bd-hero-meta{margin-bottom:0 !important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-dark{margin-top:24px !important;margin-bottom:24px !important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-final{padding-top:48px !important;padding-bottom:48px !important;margin-top:0 !important}\n@media (max-width:900px){html body .bd-brand .bd-section{padding:36px 0 !important}html body .bd-brand .bd-hero{padding-top:56px !important}html body .bd-brand .bd-eyebrow{margin-top:8px}}\n<\/style><section class=\"bd-hero\" style=\"padding-bottom:8px !important;padding-top:56px !important\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-eyebrow\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\">Facial care<\/a><\/span><h1>What is my skin type - <em>the right test and care<\/em> according to a doctor and analyses by BeautyDecoders.<\/h1><p class=\"bd-hero-sub\">To find out your skin type, do the handkerchief test: clean your face, wait 30 minutes without applying anything, then dab on a handkerchief. No traces and tightness = dry skin; traces all over the face = oily skin; traces only on the T-zone = combination skin; tiny traces without discomfort = normal skin. Skin type is genetic, and should be distinguished from skin condition (dehydrated, sensitized), which is temporary.<\/p><div class=\"bd-hero-meta\"><div class=\"bd-hero-meta-item\"><span>Method<\/span><strong>The handkerchief test, in 30 minutes<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"bd-hero-meta-item\"><span>Distinction<\/span><strong>Type (genetic) vs. state (temporary)<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"bd-hero-meta-item\"><span>Guides<\/span><strong>5 detailed skin profiles<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bd-section\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">Diagnosis<\/span><h2>The handkerchief test <em>to know your skin<\/em><\/h2><p class=\"bd-lead\">Before taking care of the skin on your face, you need to make a diagnosis: know your skin type. It seems obvious, but many people think they have oily skin when they actually have combination skin, or dry skin when they're simply dehydrated. A practical and reliable exercise in just a few minutes: cleanse and dry your skin, wait half an hour without applying any product, then observe and apply a handkerchief.<\/p><div class=\"bd-prob-grid\"><div class=\"bd-prob-card\"><div class=\"bd-prob-num\">01<\/div><h4>Dry skin<\/h4><p>The skin feels tight, looks dehydrated, and the handkerchief shows no trace.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"bd-prob-card\"><div class=\"bd-prob-num\">02<\/div><h4>Normal skin<\/h4><p>No tugging, and the handkerchief shows tiny traces of oil.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"bd-prob-card\"><div class=\"bd-prob-num\">03<\/div><h4>Combination skin<\/h4><p>The T-zone (forehead, nose, chin) shines and leaves traces, while cheeks and temples remain normal.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"bd-prob-card\"><div class=\"bd-prob-num\">04<\/div><h4>Oily skin<\/h4><p>The whole face shines, with a greasy feel, and the handkerchief shows traces all over.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bd-dark\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">An essential distinction<\/span><h2>Skin type <em>or skin condition?<\/em><\/h2><div class=\"bd-dark-quote\"><strong>Type is genetic, condition is temporary<\/strong><p>Skin type (dry, normal, combination, oily) is genetically determined and classified according to oil production. Skin condition (damaged, dehydrated, irritated, sensitized) is temporary and due to external factors. We can have oily and dehydrated skin at the same time, for example.<\/p><p>Two types of lipids keep the skin in good condition: intercellular lipids (between the corneocytes) and sebum (produced by the sebaceous glands).<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bd-section\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">The three main types<\/span><h2>Dry, oily <em>or mixed<\/em><\/h2><div class=\"bd-prob-grid\"><div class=\"bd-prob-card\"><div class=\"bd-prob-inci\">Lack of fat<\/div><h4>Dry skin<\/h4><p>It no longer fulfills its role as a barrier: not enough fat is absorbed by the epidermis, resulting in moisture loss and dryness. Dull, fine-grained appearance, fine dehydration lines, tightness and discomfort. Avoid: aggressive cleansing, unsuitable creams, lack of moisturizing serum. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/care-by-skin-type\/dry-skin\/\">Caring for dry skin \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><div class=\"bd-prob-card\"><div class=\"bd-prob-inci\">Excess sebum<\/div><h4>Oily skin<\/h4><p>It does its job \u00abtoo well\u00bb: surface saturated with sebum. Dilated pores, imperfections, acne-prone, thick, shiny skin. Avoid: overly aggressive cleansers, overly rich creams, dietary insulin peaks. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/care-by-skin-type\/oily-skin\/\">Caring for oily skin \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><div class=\"bd-prob-card\"><div class=\"bd-prob-inci\">Both at once<\/div><h4>Normal to combination skin<\/h4><p>It combines the two profiles by zone: the T-zone produces too much sebum (shine, blackheads, dilated pores), while the cheeks are normal to dry. The key: \u00abzoning\u00bb, adapting skincare to the zones. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/care-by-skin-type\/combination-skin\/\">Treat your combination skin \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bd-section\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">Special states<\/span><h2>Sensitive skin <em>and mature skin<\/em><\/h2><div class=\"bd-prob-grid\"><div class=\"bd-prob-card\"><div class=\"bd-prob-inci\">Often sensitized<\/div><h4>Sensitive skin<\/h4><p>It reddens as soon as products are applied, but also under hard water or the sun. Often sensitized by pollution, sun, tobacco and, above all, unsuitable products. The rule: limit your routine to the strict minimum and look for soothing ingredients. To avoid: untested essential oils, products with too many ingredients, irritating make-up. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/care-by-skin-type\/sensitive-skin\/\">Treat your sensitive skin \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><div class=\"bd-prob-card\"><div class=\"bd-prob-inci\">As we age<\/div><h4>Mature skin<\/h4><p>With age, the regeneration cycle lengthens, skin becomes thinner, wrinkles and sagging appear, and dryness sets in. All mature skin is different (genetics and routine over the years). Routines must take this into account, particularly with active ingredients that support collagen. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/care-by-skin-type\/mature-skin\/\">Treating mature skin \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><!-- ===== CTA APP (bd-final standard) ===== --><section class=\"bd-final\" style=\"padding-top:48px !important;margin-top:0 !important\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><div class=\"bd-final-inner\"><div class=\"bd-section-label\">Further information<\/div><h2>Finding the right care for <em>your skin type<\/em>.<\/h2><p>The BeautyDecoded application lets you scan any cosmetic product to visualize its suitability for your skin type and needs, based on INCI analysis.<\/p><div class=\"bd-cta-wrap\" style=\"justify-content: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/beautydecoded.go.link\/88eZ2\" class=\"bd-cta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Discover BeautyDecoded<\/a><\/div><div class=\"bd-cta-meta\" style=\"margin-top: 16px;\">Application available on iOS and Android<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bd-section\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">The complete catalog<\/span><h2>All treatments <em>by skin type and age<\/em><\/h2><div class=\"bd-hub-grid\"><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/care-by-skin-type\/dry-skin\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Skin type<\/span><h3>Dry skin<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/care-by-skin-type\/oily-skin\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Skin type<\/span><h3>Oily skin<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/care-by-skin-type\/combination-skin\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Skin type<\/span><h3>Normal to combination skin<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/care-by-skin-type\/sensitive-skin\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Skin type<\/span><h3>Sensitive skin<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/care-by-skin-type\/mature-skin\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Skin type<\/span><h3>Mature skin<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/face-care-20-ans\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Routine by age<\/span><h3>Facial care at 20<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care-30-ans\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Routine by age<\/span><h3>Facial care at 30<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/face-care-40-ans\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Routine by age<\/span><h3>Facial care at 40<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/face-care-50\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Routine by age<\/span><h3>Facial care at 50<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/face-care-60-ans\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Routine by age<\/span><h3>Facial care at 60<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bd-section\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">Frequently asked questions<\/span><h2>Your questions about <em>skin types<\/em><\/h2><div class=\"bd-faq-list\"><details class=\"bd-faq-item\"><summary>How can I tell if my skin is dry or dehydrated?<\/summary><div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">Dry skin is a (genetic) type that permanently lacks oil. Dehydration is a temporary condition (lack of water) that can affect all skin types, including oily skin. Oily skin that feels tight is generally dehydrated, not dry.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"bd-faq-item\"><summary>Can my skin type change over time?<\/summary><div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">Skin type is genetic, but it evolves with age: oily skin at 20 often becomes more normal or dry as we age, as sebum production diminishes. Hormones (pregnancy, menopause) and climate also influence skin type.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"bd-faq-item\"><summary>Is sensitive skin a skin type?<\/summary><div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">Not really: it's more a condition. Skin of any type can become sensitive or sensitized. So you can have oily, sensitive skin, or dry, sensitive skin. Taking care of it involves a minimalist, soothing routine.<\/div><\/details><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bd-section\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">Scientific sources<\/span><h2>For <em>go further<\/em><\/h2><ul class=\"bd-refs\"><li>Roberts WE. Skin type classification systems old and new. Dermatol Clin. 2009;27(4):529-533.<\/li><li>Endly DC, Miller RA. Oily skin: a review of treatment options. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2017;10(8):49-55.<\/li><li>Moniaga CS, Tominaga M, Takamori K. Mechanisms and Management of Itch in Dry Skin. Acta Derm Venereol. 2020;100(2).<\/li><\/ul><div class=\"bd-hub-grid\" style=\"margin-top:24px\"><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Guide<\/span><h3>Facial care guide<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/ingredient\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Guide<\/span><h3>All ingredients<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section><div class=\"bd-sig\"><strong>Dr Sylvain David<\/strong><span>Plastic and aesthetic surgeon - Founder of BeautyDecoded<\/span><\/div><div class=\"bd-disclaimer\"><p>Information for educational purposes only. It does not replace a medical consultation and must be adapted to each individual. The handkerchief test is an orientation method, not a medical diagnosis. Skin type (genetic) is distinct from skin condition (temporary): the same type can be dehydrated or sensitized, depending on the circumstances. In the case of persistent reactive skin, acne or skin pathology, dermatological advice is recommended.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Facial Care: What Is My Skin Type? \u2014 The Test and Recommended Skincare Routine Based on a Doctor\u2019s Advice and BeautyDecodeurs\u2019 Analysis. To determine your skin type, try the tissue test: cleanse your face, wait 30 minutes without applying anything, then gently dab your face with a tissue. 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