Skin Quiz

Normal

Skin that does not experience any irregularities in terms of water and oil levels.

Dehydrated

A lack of water, typically starting in the lower layers of the skin. Symptoms of a dehydrated skin usually show up in the form of tightness, itchiness, fine lines and potential sensitivity.

Dry

A lack of oil, typically on the surface of the skin. Dry skin will usually manifest in the form of flaking, redness, potential sensitivity and skin texture.

Oily

Skin that produces excess oil on the face, resulting in shine and potential congestion.

Combination

Where both dryness and oil effects different areas of the face.

Sensitive

This type of skin is more ‘inherent’ – which easily reacts to fragrance and perfumes, often resulting in red, itching skin. This often doesn’t go away easily. Sensitive skin can happen as a result of a weakened lipid barrier, an underlying condition, overuse of products and environmental factors.

Reactive

Characterised by red, hot rashes that surface from external factors. Reactive skin often occurs when exposed to heat, exercising, active skincare – this usually settles very quickly and is not itchy or painful.

Unsure

Your choice should reflect your skin type on a day to day basis. If none of the options seem suitable, please select unsure and continue through the questionnaire.

Pigmentation

Appears due to an overproduction of melanin, stimulated by a number of different triggers such as UV exposure, hormones, genetics and even medical conditions and certain medications. Visually, it can be recognised as patches of the skin appear darker than the skin surrounding.

Acne and/or breakouts

Red bumps that appear on the skin due to a blockage in the pores, usually as a result of excess oil production, dead skin cells, bacteria or inflammation.

Melasma

Different hormones can stimulate melanin production to cause what is commonly known as the skin condition melasma. The skin changes that occur are the result of increased numbers of the pigment producing cells in the skin (melanocytes). Melasma tends to be larger patches of skin that appear darker than the skin surrounding.

Dullness

Skin that lacks glow, or brightness, usually arising from a number of other concerns, such as pigmentation, skin texture, dehydration, acne and so on.

Scarring

Generally a result of active breakouts leaving behind texture and uneven skin tone. This can result in either texturised scarring or residual reddish-pink scars, known as post-inflammatory erythema (PIE). PIE is a result of blood vessel damage within inflamed skin.

Ageing Skin

Aesthetically, ageing skin usually refers to loss of elasticity and volume to the skin, the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and a dry, textured complexion.

Rosacea

A chronic skin condition that causes facial blood vessels to enlarge, giving the cheeks and nose a flushed appearance. Side effects also include increased skin sensitivity, acne-like breakouts and intolerance to active ingredients. Rosacea can be triggered by a variety of everyday lifestyle factors such as what you eat, drink, heat, stress and more.

Enlarged Pores

Holes on the skin that are visible to the eye due to their larger size. Pores secrete oil, sweat and other substances from the skin.

Eczema

A condition that causes the skin to become itchy, dry, rough, flaky, inflamed and irritated. Usually experienced in flares in response to internal and external stressors.

Dermatitis

Where inflammation in the skin has occurred due to contact with allergens, irritants or other triggers, usually as a result of a damaged lipid barrier. You can identify dermatitis typically as a cluster of small pimples, typically around the mouth (perioral), nose (perinasal) or between the brows (periorbital). It can look almost rash-like, can be quite red, inflamed and itchy.