Find Your Skin Type

Figuring out your skin type doesn’t have to be rocket science—or boring! Knowing your skin is the key to slaying your skincare routine. Whether you’re a total newbie or a skincare enthusiast. This guide will make discovering your skin type easy, fun, and completely stress-free.

Let’s dive in, bestie! 💖✨

Step 1: Wash Yo’ Face (Keep It Real Clean)

Before anything, cleanse your face with a gentle cleanser. Think of it as hitting the reset button on your skin. This step removes all the oil, dirt, and makeup so you’re starting fresh.

Pro Tip: Use a fragrance-free cleanser to avoid irritating your skin during this test.

Step 2: Take a Break (No Products Yet!)

Once your face is clean, chill for about an hour. No moisturizers, no serums, no SPF—just let your skin vibe naturally.

This is where the magic happens. Your skin will reveal its natural behavior without the help of products.

Step 3: Mirror Check. What’s the Verdict?

After an hour, take a close look in the mirror (yes, this is your main character moment). Here’s what to look for:

Normal Skin 🥰: Your skin feels balanced, not too oily or dry. Pores? Barely visible. Breakouts? Rare.

Oily Skin ✨: You’re glowing, literally! If you’re shiny on your T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin), you’ve got oily skin. Bonus: Your pores might look more noticeable.

Dry Skin ❄️: Feeling tight, flaky, or even itchy? That’s dry skin giving you a little sass.

Combination Skin 🌗: Your T-zone is oily, but your cheeks are feeling parched. You’re living the best (and worst) of both worlds.

Sensitive Skin 😬: Redness, itchiness, or irritation? Sensitive skin loves drama, so take note.

Step 4: Double-Check With the Blotting Paper Trick

Still unsure? Grab a piece of blotting paper (or tissue) and press it gently onto your T-zone.

Oily Skin: The paper comes away looking like it dipped in oil.

Dry Skin: Nada. The paper stays clean.

Combination Skin: The paper picks up oil from your T-zone but stays clean on the cheeks.

Normal Skin: A little oil but nothing too wild.

Step 5: Listen to Your Skin’s Story (It’s Always Telling You Something)

Your skin isn’t just one thing—it’s an ever-changing moodboard. Hormones, weather, and even what you eat can tweak your skin’s vibe.

So, if it’s acting out, don’t freak. Just adjust your routine to match its mood.

FAQs: Because You’ve Got Questions

What if my skin feels like all of the above?

It’s possible to have combo skin with a sprinkle of sensitivity. It’s like being in a skincare love triangle, but you can work with it.
How often should I check my skin type?

Your skin can change with seasons, age, or even stress levels, so check every few months.
Can I fix my skin type?

Nope, but you can work with it. Skincare is all about supporting what you’ve got.

Quick Skin Type Cheat Sheet

🥰 Normal Skin

Your skin’s living its best life—balanced, smooth, and chill. No excess oil, no annoying dry patches, and your pores are basically incognito. Breakouts? Rarely crash your glow party. You’ve got the unicorn of skin types!

Lucky you! Stick to lightweight, hydrating products.

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✨ Oily Skin

You’re shining bright—literally! Your skin produces extra oil, especially in the T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin), giving you that natural glow. Pores might look more noticeable, and breakouts may pop up from time to time, but hey, oily skin tends to age slower. Silver lining, right?

Oil control is your BFF. Look for mattifying or oil-free products.

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❄️ Dry Skin

Your skin’s on the thirsty side, craving all the hydration it can get. It might feel tight, rough, or flaky, especially after cleansing. Pores? Practically invisible. Your vibe? Glowy goddess in the making—with a little help from nourishing and hydrating skincare!

Hydration station! Layer up with moisturizers and nourishing ingredients like hyaluronic acid.

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🌗 Combination Skin

 The best of both worlds—or a little extra work, depending on how you see it. Your T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin) loves to shine, while your cheeks play it cool and dry. Pores might be more noticeable in oily areas, but with the right balance of products, you’re unstoppable!

Multi-task with products—gel for the T-zone, cream for the cheeks.

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😬 Sensitive Skin

Your skin’s the drama queen of the bunch—easily irritated, prone to redness, and quick to react to certain products or weather changes. But don’t worry! With gentle, soothing skincare and a little extra TLC, your skin can stay calm and glowing.

Stay chill. Use gentle, fragrance-free products.

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Illustrated logo of The Koko Collection featuring a cute cartoon dog with pink cheeks and a heart-shaped nose, symbolizing the brand’s skincare-inspired identity and tribute to Coco.