Understanding your skin type is the foundation of any effective skincare routine. Whether you’re selecting a cleanser, moisturizer, or treatment serum, knowing your skin’s natural tendencies helps you make choices that enhance your glow—not fight against it.

Why It Matters

Using the wrong products for your skin type can lead to dryness, breakouts, irritation, or excessive oiliness. But once you’ve identified your skin type, you’ll be better equipped to choose products that nourish and balance your skin.

 1. Normal Skin:

→ Balanced moisture and oil levels

→ Small, barely visible pores

→ Smooth texture with minimal imperfections

2. Oily Skin

→ Noticeable shine, especially in the T-zone (forehead, nose, chin)

→ Enlarged pores

→ Prone to acne, blackheads, or clogged pores

3. Dry Skin

→ Tight or flaky sensation, especially after cleansing

→ Rough texture

→ Possible redness or irritation

4. Combination Skin

→ Oily in the T-zone, dry or normal on cheeks

→ May require a split-care approach

→ Often changes with seasons or climate

5. Sensitive Skin

→ Prone to redness, stinging, or burning

→ Reacts easily to products or environmental triggers

→ Needs gentle, calming formulations

1. Wash your face with a mild, organic cleanser like the Yummylicious Cleanser, known for its soothing blend of chamomile, jojoba, and frankincense.

2. Gently pat dry with a soft towel. 

3. Do not apply any products.

4. Wait 30 minutes.

5. Observe how your skin feels

    → Shiny all over? Likely oily.

    → Tight and flaky? Dry skin.

    → Shiny in T-zone only? Combination skin.

    → Red, itchy, or irritated? Sensitive skin.

    → None of the above? You may have normal skin.

Normal: Maintain balance with lightweight hydration and gentle cleansing.

Oily: Use oil-balancing cleansers and non-comedogenic serums.

Dry: Nourish with hydrating, oil-rich creams and serums.

Combination: Target oily and dry areas separately when needed.

Sensitive: Focus on calming, fragrance-free, and anti-inflammatory ingredients.


Your skin can change over time due to age, hormones, weather, or stress. Reassess every few months, and adjust your skincare routine as needed. At Yummylicious Skincare, we offer free email consultations—just send us a close-up and tell us what you’re experiencing. We’re here to help you decode your skin’s signals.

Your skin can change over time due to age, hormones, weather, or stress. Reassess every few months, and adjust your skincare routine as needed.

At Yummylicious Skincare, we offer free email consultations—just send us a close-up and tell us what you’re experiencing. We’re here to help you decode your skin’s signals.

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