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The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recognizes five primary skin types; normal, oily, dry, combination, and sensitive. Skin type refers to the characteristics of your skin. Some things that affect your skin type are: hormones, climate, skin disorders, genetics, medications, diet, stress, smoking, alcohol, and your skincare routine. It's important to know your skin type before choosing products.
Normal Skin
Neither oily nor dry. It has a balanced production of sebum, smaller pores, good blood circulation and soft texture.
Combination Skin
A mixture of oily and dry skin. The T-zone (forehead, nose & chin) are often oily and the cheeks are more dry.
Sensitive Skin
Sensitive skin is more reactive to irritants and environmental factors. This can cause redness, itching and other reactions. Dry skin will be more prone to sensitivity because the skin's protective layer is depleted.
Skin Types
A skin condition is any medical issue affecting the skin, nails and related muscles and glands. Allergies, irritants, genetics, some diseases, and immune system problems can cause skin conditions. Here are a few of the most common skin conditions. These conditions should be diagnosed by a medical professional before attempting to self-treat.
Acne
Acne is an inflammatory disease of the sebaceous glands, characterized by comedones and pimples, especially on the face, back, and chest, and in severe cases, by cysts and nodules resulting in scarring. Acne can be caused by excess or high production of oil in the pore, a buildup of dead skin cells in the pore, or growth of bacteria in the pore. Topical treatments may include, benzoyl peroxide, retinoids (vitamin A), salicylic acid, and sulfur.
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Eczema is an inflammatory condition of the skin that causes redness and irritation. Other common symptoms may include, red, dry patches of skin, rashes that may ooze, weep clear fluid, or bleed when scratched, and thickening and hardening of the skin. Topical treatments may include, colloidal oatmeal, ceramides, shea butter, aloe vera, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, coconut oil, sunflower oil, and niacinimide.
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Seborrheic Dermatitis is a skin condition that causes scaly patches and red skin, mainly on the scalp. Seborrheic Dermatitis is caused by an overgrowth of the yeast Malassezia on the skin, which is made worse by increased sebum production that can lead to inflammation and skin cell overproduction. Dietary treatments include fruits and leafy green vegetables. Avoid sweet and sugary drinks, fried foods, dairy products, leavened foods that contain yeast, and spicy foods. Topical treatments include, salicylic acid, sulfur, lactic acid, urea, coal tar, tea tree oil, and aloe vera.
Common Skin Conditions
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