Normal Skin

Everyone’s skin is ‘normal’ to them!!

“Normal” Skin could be difficult to define. Your skin is certainly normal to you! 正常皮肤在外观上一般不会表现出极端或极端. In general, people with normal skin have medium-sized pores. The skin’s texture is usually smooth, and it has good circulation.

Normal skin can have some isolated patches of dryness or oiliness, generally in areas prone to those issues, such as the cheeks, forehead and nose. The T-zone (forehead, chin and nose) could be oily, 但整体皮脂和水分是平衡的，皮肤既不太油也不太干. Some experts also classify normal skin as combination skin for this reason.

The scientific term for healthy, normal skin is eudermic. 你的皮肤产生适量的皮脂来保持它的水分和湿润，被认为是平衡的.

Most skin care products can work for this skin type, but as always, we recommend a patch test or small area of usage with any new product!!!

What is Dry Skin?

“干性皮肤”通常被认为是一种皮脂分泌比正常皮肤少的皮肤类型. As a result of the lack of sebum, 干燥的皮肤缺乏保持水分和建立保护屏障所需的脂质. Many of our products help with ‘barrier protection,这对保护皮肤和身体免受环境因素的影响至关重要. 你的皮肤通过排汗和表皮水分流失(TEWL)不断失水。. TEWL is the natural, passive diffusion of water from the skin each day. The scientific term for dry skin is “Xerosis”.

Age plays a big part in the onset and exacerbation of dry skin. Skin that is soft and smooth receives the designation of baby-soft skin; there is a scientific reason that babies have such soft and supple skin. Young skin is full of a substance known as hyaluronic acid, a major constituent in the cellular matrix of both collagen and elastin. Collagen is a supportive agent in your skin’s structure, 而弹性蛋白是皮肤恢复或反弹能力的主要因素.

The body has the highest amounts of hyaluronic acid as a newborn, and the substance slowly decreases as a person matures. 皮肤干燥的女性明显多于男性，而且随着年龄的增长，所有皮肤都会变得干燥. 与皮肤干燥有关的问题是一种常见的抱怨，占皮肤科医生就诊的40%.

To determine whether you have dry skin, there are specific traits to look for. You probably have dry skin if you notice tightness when washing your face; this tightness can persist with exposure to sun or other harsh environmental conditions.

• 干性皮肤也容易出现片状或发红，比其他类型的皮肤更容易起皱纹.
• Your skin can crack, peel, or become itchy, irritated, or inflamed. If it’s very dry, it can become rough and scaly, especially on the backs of your hands, arms, and legs.

What is Oily Skin?

‘Oily skin’ is used to describe skin with increased sebum production. An over production is known as seborrhea. Of all the skin types, oily skin is one of the easiest to recognize. 这种皮肤类型的人很容易长痘痘，即使他们已经过了十几岁. With this type of skin, you commonly can expect to see pimples along the T-zone, which includes your forehead, nose and chin. 你的皮肤质地可能比其他人粗糙和厚实. 注意到皮肤上的油腻光泽和毛孔粗大也是很常见的. Unlike many other people, however, the normal signs of aging might pass you by; the excessive lubrication in your skin means that it probably is less likely to wrinkle.

People can get oily skin for several reasons. Genetics, Age, Environment, and Lifestyle all play a role. Younger people tend to have oilier skin, and lifestyle factors such and stress or hormonal changes play a huge role!

要确定你是否属于油性皮肤，需要观察一些特定的特征. Pay attention to the “T-Zone”, 由前额和鼻子组成的面部区域，自然倾向于有更活跃的油腺，可能产生多余的皮脂. 如果你的t区是油性的，但你脸部的其他部分看起来正常或干燥，那么你就是混合性皮肤.

• 你的脸看起来很有光泽，但随着时间的推移，你的脸通常会变得很油腻. Your skin may constantly look shiny
• Makeup doesn’t stay on and comes off easily
• 你的皮肤更容易长痘痘、粉刺(黑头/白头)或粉刺. 这是因为皮脂(油)与死皮细胞混合在一起，卡在毛孔里
• 你的毛孔变大了，很容易看到，尤其是鼻子、下巴和前额

What should you do about oily skin?

The most basic tenet to control oily skin is to wash regularly, this can reduce the amount of oil on the skin. The cleanser you use is important, 因为你的身体会想要过度补偿，产生更多的油作为回应! 不要使用油性或酒精类的洗面奶，因为它们会刺激你的皮肤.

With oily skin, it can be tempting to hide it with makeup. However, certain makeup, can make symptoms worse or clog the pores.

It is important to moisturize, even for those with oily skin. However, do not choose thick creams or moisturizers. Especially if you are washing your skin regularly, you will want to replace the moisture lost from the skin.

We have SEVERAL products (link: 0fn8.ilovehermitcrabs.com/skin-type-oily) that are beneficial for those with oily skin!

These products are specifically ones to consider!

Dermist GSL Cleanser (0fn8.ilovehermitcrabs.com/gsl-cleanser)—This gentle formula uses a mild cleaning action, removing excess oil without stimulating overproduction. 含有乙醇酸、水杨酸和乳酸，有助于去角质和去除油脂!

O.R.A.C. Lifting Complex (0fn8.ilovehermitcrabs.com/orac) —This cream, designed for daily use, raises your Oxygen Radical Absorbency Capacity, improving the overall appearance of your skin from the inside out. 更具体地说，这种面霜还可以缩小这种皮肤常见的大毛孔.

Dermist M3HA Hyaluronic Acid (0fn8.ilovehermitcrabs.com/dermist-m3ha-hyaluronic) — For those with oily skin, retaining and locking in moisture is critical after cleansing! 使用我们的真皮M3HA将帮助您的皮肤保持湿润，而不会感到沉重或堵塞毛孔!

What is Combination Skin?

混合性皮肤没有明确的定义，所以很难识别. Generally, 混合性皮肤的人在脸上的不同部位都有油性和干性皮肤的特征. Most people have symptoms of oily skin along their T-zone, the area encompassing the forehead, nose and chin. Dry skin is more common along the cheeks and the side of the face. 混合性皮肤必须小心处理，以避免任何极端的反应，无论是干燥或油性的一面光谱. Others feel that seasonal changes to a person’s skin, like having dry skin in winter and oily in summer gives you “combination skin.”

混合性皮肤的油性部分是由皮脂和油脂的过度分泌引起的. The drier parts of the skin are caused by a lack of sebum in those areas. 这种肤质的关键是要在保湿和堵塞毛孔之间找到平衡. You don’t need two different routines, just the right one!

轻质保湿霜和无酒精洁面乳对混合性皮肤的两个部分都有益.

What is Sensitive Skin?

敏感皮肤可以模仿其他皮肤类型，并且在不同的人身上表现不同. In general, 如果你经常发红，建议使用敏感护肤品, rashes and itchiness. 敏感皮肤通常感觉干燥或紧绷，并且由于你的皮肤比普通人薄，会出现肿块和瘀伤. 你甚至可能对护肤品中常用的一些成分过敏. While other skin types are more forgiving, 对于敏感皮肤的人来说，遵循有针对性的皮肤护理方案是至关重要的.

Sensitive skin is prone to inflammation. Many persons have acne, rosacea, contact dermatitis, or other skin conditions. Sensitive skin can be prone to stinging, burning, or itchiness. While the definition may vary from person to person, scientifically sensitive skin types have a few common traits:

• Prone to redness/irritation
• Skin allergies (hives, rashes)
• Pre-existing skin conditions, such as psoriasis or rosacea
• Breakouts that are sensitive to specific triggers (a type of food, stress)
• A heightened sensitivity to acidic products
• Skin that easily dries out

敏感皮肤的人可能会对某些成分或酒精/酸产生过度反应. There is some overlap of dry skin and sensitive skin types as well. Sensitive skin doesn’t have to be a permanent skin type either! 有些人可能只是有过度擦洗或过度去角质的倾向, or use the wrong skin care products. Once those behaviors are modified, their skin is not as sensitive!

因为敏感皮肤很敏感，所以你使用的护肤品非常重要. At Hale Cosmeceuticals, we never add irritating ingredients like parabens to our formulas, making them ideal for those with sensitive skin. Sensitive skin is irritated and can react to acids or retinoids.

Hale products that are essential for sensitive skin types include:

Super Silt Masque (http://0fn8.ilovehermitcrabs.com/super-silk-silt-masque-dry). 本品为肌肤提供氧和排毒，使敏感肌肤恢复自然平衡. It redeposits essential nutrients that skin needs to be soft and radiant.

Soft Finishing Moisturizer (http://0fn8.ilovehermitcrabs.com/softfinish). Moisture is crucial for sensitive skin types. 本品使用抗氧化剂对抗衰老，同时保护皮肤免受水分流失.

Dermist Exfoliating Cleanser (http://0fn8.ilovehermitcrabs.com/exfoliating-cleanser). Used in moderation, 这款温和的去角质洗面奶促进皮肤细胞再生，没有任何刺激性.

Cooling Eye Gel (http://0fn8.ilovehermitcrabs.com/cooling-eye-gel). Perfect for sensitive skin types, 本品减少眼部高度敏感区域的炎症和皱纹.