Know Your Skin Type | Dermat's Guide
Using the right skincare starts with knowing your skin type. Many issues like pimples, oiliness, dryness and dullness happen when products do not suit your skin.
Find your skin type below and start the right Dermatouch routine.
Step 1: Find your skin type
Oily Skin
How it feels:
Greasy or sticky within a few hours of washing.
How it looks:
Shine on face, large pores, blackheads or pimples.
Dermatologist advice:
Use oil-control face wash and a light gel moisturiser. Do not skip moisturiser. Skin can produce more oil if stripped.
Suitable for:
✅ Oily skin
✅ Acne-prone skin
✅ Combination skin
Dry Skin
How it feels:
Tight, rough or stretchy after washing.
How it looks:
Flaky patches, dull skin, small pores.
Dermatologist advice
Use gentle cleanser and rich moisturiser with ceramides or hyaluronic acid.
Suitable for:
✅ Dry skin
✅ Rough & flaky skin
✅ Dry & dehydrated skin
Combination Skin
How it feels:
Oily on forehead, nose and chin.
Dry or normal on cheeks.
How it looks:
Shiny T-zone but normal cheeks.
Dermatologist advice
Use light moisturiser for whole face. Target oil only where needed.
Suitable for:
✅ Combination skin
✅ Oily, acne-prone combination
Sensitive Skin
How it feels:
Burning, itching or stinging easily.
How it looks:
Redness or irritation.
Dermatologist advice:
Use fragrance-free and soothing products. Always patch test.
Suitable for:
✅ Sensitive skin
✅ Redness-prone skin
✅ Dry & sensitive skin
Normal Skin
How it feels:
Balanced. Comfortable.
How it looks:
Smooth texture, even tone, small pores.
Dermatologist advice:
Maintain with gentle face wash, moisturiser and sunscreen.
Suitable for:
✅ Normal skin
✅ All skin types
Step 2: Identify your main concern
Most people have one main concern.
Acne & Oil
- Pimples
- Blackheads
- Oily skin
- Large pores
Pigmentation
- Dark spots
- Tanning
- Acne marks
- Uneven tone
Dryness and Barrier Damage
- Tight skin
- Flaky skin
- Irritation
- Weak skin barrier
Dull skin
- Tired looking skin
- Uneven tone
- No glow
Sun & pollution (common in India)
- Outdoor exposure
- Tanning
- Pollution damage
Quick home test (30-minute test)
1. Wash face with gentle face wash
2. Do not apply anything
3. Wait 30 minutes
Check your skin:
- Shiny all over → Oily skin
- Tight or flaky → Dry skin
- Oily T-zone only → Combination skin
- Comfortable → Normal skin
Basic routine by skin type
Oily skin:
Face wash → Light Moisturiser → Sunscreen
Dry skin:
Gentle face wash → Rich Moisturiser → Sunscreen
Acne skin:
Salicylic face wash → Oil-Free Moisturiser → Sunscreen
Sensitive skin:
Gentle face wash → Soothing Moisturiser → Sunscreen
Start your Dermatouch routine
Once you know your skin type, choosing products becomes simple.
Explore Dermatouch by:
- Skin type
- Concern
- Dermat-tested solutions
Healthy skin is not about using many products.
It is about using the right ones for your skin.
FAQs
How do I know my skin type at home?
Wash your face and wait 30 minutes. Check if it becomes oily, dry or balanced.
Can skin type change?
Yes. Weather, age and hormones can change skin type.
Which skin type gets acne most?
Oily and combination skin are more prone to acne.
Do I need moisturiser if I have oily skin?
Yes. Use a light gel moisturiser.
What is the most important skincare step?
Daily sunscreen. For all skin types.
