Factors that can influence you skin type

The following article looks at the different skin types, such as oily, dry, normal, sensitive, mature or a combination of these. It provides a brief description of each of the skin types and what you need to be aware of in order to balance your skin and provides you with approaches to natural skin care that help you make the correct choices for your particular skin.BR



Skin Types Normal, Dry, Oily, Combination, Dull or Mature
Normal skin type
nbspnbsp nbsp nbspNormal skin is smooth, finelytextured, soft and supple. If you are lucky enough to possess this skin type, treasure it by using light nbspcleansers and lotions and mild nbsptoners and fresheners.
nbspDry skin type
nbspnbsp nbsp nbspDry skin is usually thin and delicate and often flaky and prone to fine lines. It sometimes feels tighter than it should. Extremely rich and greasy creams are not good for it because they strangulate the pores, often enlarging them and so creating an extra problem. Use light oils and lotions for nbspmoisturising and choose herbal toners, which are mild and not too astringent. Try to restore the pH or acidalkali balance with the application of such things as cucumber juice or diluted vinegar so that the sebaceous glands are encouraged to function.
nbspnbsp nbsp nbspGenerally speaking, the emollient and hydrating herbs chamomile, comfrey, cowslip, elderflower, fennel, marshmallow, orange blossom, rose, violet are the best to use in lotions and toners for dry skin. But there is no hard and fast rule. Astringent herbs can be good for dry skins, for example, if blended with emollient herbs or oils and gels, and many herbs are suitable for all skin types. If the skin is sensitive as well as dry, see the notes on sensitive skin below.
nbspOily skin type
nbspnbsp nbsp nbspOily skin is shiny and coarsertextured, often with enlarged pores. It is prone to blackheads and spots. Dont use alcohol to reduce the oiliness of the skin, as it will only worsen the problem. Many herbal toners are suitable for reducing oiliness and tightening the pores see list of suitable herbs below. Eggwhite makes a nice mild facemask. Dont over dry the skin moisturise with a light lotion. Aim to restore your skins acidalkali balance so that the sebaceous glands cease to produce such large amounts of oil
nbspnbsp nbsp nbspAstringent and cleansing herbs are generally the best to choose when treating an oily skin. These are cinquefoil, clary sage, comfrey, cucumber, dandelion, horsetail, houseleek, hyssop, lavender, lemon balm, lemongrass, lemon verbena, marigold, mint, parsley, sage, witch hazel and yarrow. But dont forget that many herbs are suited to all skin types and that many of the strengthening and antiinflammatory herbs chamomile, cowslip, fennel, lettuce, elderflower, orange blossom, rose, violet are suitable for oily skins.
nbspCombination skin types
nbspnbsp nbsp nbspThe person with this skin type will have to follow two beauty routines, one for the dry areas, and another for the oily. I think the oily areas balance up more easily in this type of skin than when the whole face is oily, so dont despair.
nbspSensitive skin type
nbspnbsp nbsp nbspThis skin is usually finetextured and often prone to reddish veins and patches. Keep to light oils and lotions for cleansing and moisturising, and mild herbal toners and compresses to soothe the skin and reduce redness and veins. It is usually wise for people with sensitive skins to stay away from the stimulating herbs lavender, lime flower, mint, nettle, sage, southernwood, summer savory, thyme.
nbspDull skin
nbspnbsp nbsp nbspDull skin has lost the bloom of vitality and the soft glow of renewal. It looks matt and lifeless. Its acid balance has slipped. If it is oily or largepored skin use diluted cider vinegar or lemon juice, or cucumber juice to balance it. If it is dry skin, use buttermilk or cucumber juice.
nbspMature skin type
nbspnbsp nbsp nbspOlder skin can be toned and softened and restored to much of its former beauty. The skin is a wonderfully regenerating organ, given encouragement. Use a light hand with makeup if you must use it, as this dries and ages the skin.
Other Factors that can influence you skin
nbspnbsp nbsp nbspThe foundation of a healthy beautiful skin is diet. Are you getting sufficient polyunsaturated fats These are essential to a healthy skin and do not cause facial oiliness. They are found in cereal grains, nuts and cold pressed nut and vegetable oils.
nbspnbsp nbsp nbspPlenty of vitamin C is fundamental to a beautiful skin, because it builds collagen and elastin, the bonding and structural substances which give tone and resilience. There is no need to resort to tablets. Eat bean sprouts, green and red peppers, black currants, oranges and lemons. Then there are guavas and rosehips, so your diet need not be restricted or dull. There is infinite variety to suit every palate.
nbspnbsp nbsp nbspLack of vitamin A can cause dryness of the skin. Eat dandelion, parsley, watercress, carrots, pumpkins, celeriac.
nbspnbsp nbsp nbspIf your skin is unbalanced, either flaky or too oily, or if your lips peel, then check your intake of vitamin B foods. Oats, years, bran, goats milk, whole rice, sunflower seeds, sprouted seeds and grains are some of the sources.

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