How to Find Out and Treat Your Skin Type

Skincare routines are often tailored to the type of skin you have – but what if you don’t know yours? Knowing your skin type is important if you want to maximise your skincare routine. 

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Skincare routines are often tailored to the type of skin you have – but what if you don’t know yours? Knowing your skin type is important if you want to maximise your skincare routine.

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Normal Skin Type

‘Normal skin’ refers to well-balanced skin with few problems. It is not too oily or too dry. You have small pores and few breakouts.

Best Treatment for Normal Skin

Microdermabrasion is the best treatment for a skin-busting beauty boost. This facial removes any dead skin cells lurking on the skin’s surface to reveal the fresh new skin underneath.

Oily Skin 

This refers to shiny skin with an excess of oil on the surface. Oily skin types usually have enlarged pores frequent breakouts. They often suffer from blackheads and pimples.

Best Treatment for Oily Skin

Microdermabrasion can help oily skin. By gently exfoliating the surface of the skin, pores are unclogged and excess oil and sebum removed. A course of Microdermabrasion is the ultimate weapon for people with oily skin. It removes the top layer and leaves skin looking smoother and fresher.

Dry Skin Type

These skin types are characterised by persistent dryness. This is due to lack of sebum and can result in dull tired-looking skin. A rough complexion with redness and premature ageing is common. Fine lines and wrinkles are visible.

Best Treatment for Dry Skin

SkinBase’s Collagen Lift is the answer for dry skin. Collagen Lift stimulates collagen production and tightens the skin’s elastin fibres. The overall effect is plump and smooth skin texture and minimised fine lines. Collagen Lift results are even more effective when paired with a good skincare routine and healthy lifestyle. Try SkinBase’s Skincare Essentials Set.

Combination Skin 

‘Combination skin’ refers to 2 or more of the above skin types on the face. For example, you may have patches of normal skin and oily skin.

Best Treatment for Combination Skin

Combination skin types may benefit from Microdermabrasion and Collagen Lift treatments.  These can target all areas of the face and be tailored to suit your skin.

With these guidelines in mind, examine your skin and decide where you fit in. Adapt your routine to maximise your skin’s needs. Remember skin types can change with age so make sure you always pay attention to any changes you notice.


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Testimonial: “JC was so low, suicidal at points. Sore, red, angry, his skin was awful, we had tried everything and doctors you name it. We reached out to Becky, who was wonderful. My son was quiet and withdrawn, lacked confidence and self esteem, and locked himself away from the world. Becky booked us in for a consultation to discuss different options of treatments and we decided the new hydro treatment would be the best option. We started the course and JC was nervous but Becky was great with him talking him through everything, step by step! As we went each time JC’s skin got better and better, but also the difference in him was huge, he was gaining confidence, shoulders back, head held high. We have watched his skin change from this red, aggressive, angry skin that was sore, acne was debilitating to him but now he is confident, holds his head up high and has even got his first job! We are so proud. When we met Becky I felt confident she would help us get his skin better and back on track but what has actually happened is skin looks amazing but to see our son gain confidence has been the biggest win! Teens often get pushed aside, put on string meds and told “it’s just your age” but this isn’t what they want to hear, but The SkinBase treatments Becky has done has changed his life! We cannot thank you enough Becky! JC is continuing with the treatments as it still gets the odd breakouts but the scarring is still improving week in week out. The hydro Facial is just amazing and we cannot recommend it enough and of course Becky and her passion for skin and helping people is wonderful!”