What’s the best skincare routine for my skin type?

It all starts with understanding your skin type. Whether you have dryness, oiliness, sensitivity, or combination skin, knowing your skin type helps you choose the right products, avoid irritation, and support your skin barrier. 

What Are the Main Skin Types?

Dermatologists typically classify skin into five main types:

1. Normal Skin

• Balanced oil and hydration levels
  
  

• Few blemishes, minimal sensitivity
  
  

• Pores are small and barely visible

2. Oily Skin

• Shiny appearance, especially in the T-zone
  
  

• Enlarged pores, more prone to acne or blackheads

3. Dry Skin

• Flaky patches, tightness, or dull tone
  
  

• Can feel rough or itchy, especially in colder months

4. Combination Skin

• Oily in some areas (usually forehead, nose, chin) and dry or normal in others

5. Sensitive Skin

• Easily irritated by new products or environmental changes
  
  

• Redness, burning, stinging, or itching is common
  
  

How Do I Know What Skin Type I Have?

Try the “bare face test”:

1. Wash your face with a gentle cleanser.
   
   

2. Leave your skin bare—no products.
   
   

3. After 1 hour, observe how your skin feels and looks.
   
   

• Shiny all over? Likely oily skin.
  
  

• Tight or flaky? Dry skin.
  
  

• Shiny in the T-zone but dry elsewhere? Combination.
  
  

• No major issues? Normal.
  
  

• Red, itchy, or burning? Sensitive skin.
  
  

Matching Products to Your Skin Type

At Ebanel, our formulations are designed to support every skin type with science-backed ingredients that restore, protect, and renew your skin.

Final Tips: How to Build a Routine Based on Skin Type

1. Always patch test new products.
   
   

2. Introduce actives slowly (like retinol or acids).
   
   

3. Sunscreen is essential, no matter your skin type.
   
   

4. Listen to your skin, it may change with the seasons, hormones, or lifestyle.
   

The Bottom Line

Knowing your skin type isn’t just about labels; it’s about learning what your skin needs to stay healthy, resilient, and glowing. Once you know your type, you can make a skincare routine that works smarter, not harder.