The Bare-Face Method: Know Thy Dermis

HOW TO DETERMINE YOUR SKIN TYPE:

An easy, at-home way to discover your skin type

Step 1: Start Fresh ⏤ Wash your face with a gentle, non-stripping cleanser (no active ingredients). Pat dry. Don't apply any products after ⏤ no toner, no serum, no moisturizer. 

Step 2: Wait 1-2 Hours ⏤ Let your dermis breathe. Stay indoors (no sweating or excessive sun exposure).

Step 3: Observe & Feel  ⏤ here's what to look for:

Skin Behavior                                               Likely Skin Type

Feels tight, rough, maybe flaky                             Dry

Shiny on forehead, nose & chin                            Oily

Oily in T-zone, dry elsewhere                              Combination

Comfortable, balanced, no shine                          Normal

Red, itchy, irritable                                                 Sensitive