What's your skin type?

When I was younger, around thirteen or so, I used to rush around Boots and Superdrug and throw make-up into my basket like there was no tomorrow! I never bothered to look at the brand or whether or not if was right for my skin, my friends used it so I assumed it would be okay...most of the time it wasn't. 

After trying countless foundations and having countless face disasters I took to the internet on how to find that perfect foundation. I came across a website explaining all the different skin types and how to know which one you had. After I found out mine I managed to find several foundations perfect for me and after teaching my friend a few tricks she too has her perfect foundation. So, I thought I might be able to help those who are find their skin type and some tips on make-up for your skin as well.

Oily Skin♥

Oily skin tends to have enlarged pores, a shiny complexion and the skin is prone to blackheads, white heads and blemishes. The most oily part of the face tends to be the t-zone (nose, forehead and chin) The amount of oil on the skin changes depending on the weather and the season. It is important that you have a daily face routine to make sure the oil build up doesn't get too severe otherwise you are likely to become vulnerable to acne. Wash your face once or twice a day. Use a gentle cleanser and try to avoid a facial scrub. DO NOT squeeze or pick your spots because this only prolongs the time it takes them to heal and go away. 

Prep your face before applying make-up. Try a toner or an oil free moisturiser, these will absorb and soak up any extra oil on your face. Use a blemish brush or your finger to blend concealer on your nose and on any blemishes you want to hide. Use a matte foundation, it controls oil throughout the day and gives good coverage. If you get some oil on your face in the middle of the day then lightly dust your t-zone with some powder.

Dry Skin♥

If you have dry skin then it will usually feel tight, especially after you wash it. It can have red patches, flaking skin and irritated areas. Your skin doesn't produce enough oil so moisturising your face is critical. Creamy foundations work best for dry skin as you can probably guess, it adds extra moisture your face and makes it less prone to flaking and irritation throughout the day. A light shower of powder will lock the moisture onto your face for a good long coverage. It is also recommended that liquid eye liner is used because pencil eye liners can easily flake. Oh and just a quick tip, if you take really long, scorching hot showers then it will strip your skin and make it ten times worse...just a heads up.

Combination Skin♥

Combination skin is basically what it says on the tin! It's a mix of dry and oily skin. Your skin should have a smooth and even texture as well as a healthy colour. It usually has dryness on the cheeks and can have enlarged pores whilst your t-zone is oily. The difficult thing with finding make-up for combination skin is there is no cure-all product as it's a mix of two different types. If you have an oily t-zone then avoid moisturiser on this area and focus it on the cheeks. Avoid aggressive facial cleansers as these will over stimulate the oil in your skin and produce more and more. A creamy and mild face wash is much more effective. If you choose light, non-greasy cream products these won't feel heavy and will absorb the oil on your skin without clogging any pores you may have. 

Check for ingredients like Lavender and Lemon because it's proven that these balance out the sebaceous (natural oil production within your skin) as well as dehydration.

                                   I hope this has been helpful to people!☃

                   Hope you've been having a good week and merry christmas!♥