How to Know if You Have Oily or Dry Skin?

Wash your face with a gentle cleanser and do not apply any products afterward

Wait 1 to 2 hours

Oily skin: your face looks shiny, especially on the forehead, nose, and chin

Oily skin: your pores look larger

Oily skin: you may get frequent blackheads or acne

Oily skin: your makeup may slide off easily

Dry skin: your face feels tight or rough

Dry skin: you may notice flaking, peeling, or dullness

Dry skin: your skin may feel itchy or sensitive

Dry skin: fine lines may look more visible

Combination skin: your T-zone looks oily while your cheeks feel dry

Normal skin: your skin feels comfortable, not greasy or tight

Check how your skin feels after cleansing and throughout the day

Notice whether your skin gets oily quickly or stays dry after washing

Observe how your skin reacts to weather changes

If your skin is both oily and dry in different areas, you likely have combination skin

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