Understanding Normal Skin

Everyone has a different skin type, and each one needs a specialised skincare routine suited to its characteristics. Among them, normal skin is considered the most “balanced”. So what is normal skin, and how do you care for it effectively? Let's find out with Lunaria in the article below!

An overview of normal skin

What is normal skin?

Normal skin is balanced skin, with only a negligible amount of oil in the T-zone (forehead, chin and nose). It naturally has stable moisture levels, and its surface is neither too oily nor too dry.

This skin type is relatively healthy and doesn't require as complex a routine as oily or acne-prone sensitive skin. But don't be complacent: proper skincare is essential to keep it healthy and beautiful, and keeping your skin clean also helps prevent unwanted skin problems.

How do you recognise normal skin?

Typical signs that help you accurately identify normal skin include:

• The skin isn't noticeably or frequently dry or shiny. If this does happen, it is very easy to manage.
• Products usually meant for oily skin don't dry it out, and vice versa.
• The skin may have spots, but they aren't prominent.
• You don't need blotting papers throughout the day.
• At the end of the day, the skin isn't dry or greasy.
• There are almost no fine lines or deep wrinkles.
• Skin tone is relatively even, without redness or brown spots.

What does healthy normal skin look like?

Dryness or oiliness rarely occurs in healthy normal skin. However, brown spots, wrinkles, tanning and so on can still appear on the surface. These aren't problems unique to normal skin; they can occur in any skin type.

Healthy skin doesn't mean flawless skin, so there's no need to worry if these signs appear.

Contact

How to care for normal skin effectively

• Always keep your face clean: Dirt and dead skin cells clog pores, leading to breakouts and inflammation, so make sure your skin is always clean. The best way is to use a cleanser and exfoliate properly. In particular, remember to remove your makeup every day, especially after wearing makeup or sunscreen.
• Exfoliate 2–3 times a week: this is the ideal frequency for normal skin. Exfoliating cleanses the skin and gives it energy, keeping it youthful, healthy and full of life.
• Moisturise your skin: this is the best solution to keep your skin ideally hydrated and smooth, limit breakouts and slow down skin ageing. Combine masks, serums and moisturisers for the best results.
• Use sunscreen: Using sunscreen daily is very important to fully protect your skin from environmental damage. Choose products with gentle ingredients and minimal fragrance to avoid irritation.
• A balanced diet: Drinking 2 litres of water a day keeps your skin hydrated and smooth. Following a healthy, balanced diet also keeps your skin healthy and helps prevent ageing. In addition, eat foods rich in fibre, vitamins (especially vitamin C) and omega-3 to boost your metabolism and nourish bright, healthy skin.

Tips for choosing products for normal skin

Here are some important tips to help you choose the right products for normal skin:

Which cleanser should you use?

You don't need to be too strict when choosing a cleanser for normal skin. This skin type “loves” neutral, very gentle products from reputable brands. In terms of texture, a cream that isn't too thick or a foam that isn't too stripping both work well for normal skin. However, there is a high risk of reacting to the two ingredients below, so be careful with:

• Fragrance: the chemicals that give cleansers their scent, most commonly phthalates, can harm the skin.
• Paraben preservatives: chemicals that can harm the skin and should be avoided.

Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel, a soap-free foaming deep-cleansing gel

Which moisturiser suits normal skin?

Normal skin can't keep its moisture balance constant, so you need a moisturiser to provide timely hydration and keep it soft and supple. The best choices are gentle products with moderate hydration.

Dermalogica Biolumin-C Brightening Gel Moisturizer provides daily hydration while brightening the skin.

Toner for normal skin

“Balanced” skin is naturally fairly healthy and rarely irritated or prone to breakouts, so choosing a toner isn't too difficult. There are two main product groups to consider for normal skin:

• Floral waters: contain extracts of chamomile, rose or witch hazel. They help control oil and balance pH, keeping skin clear and deeply cleansed.
• Toners: usually contain sodium hyaluronate, glycerin or natural hydrating extracts, providing optimal nourishment, extra hydration and added nutrients.

Don't forget sunscreen!

Almost all sunscreens and textures suit normal skin, but you can choose based on your daily needs. Products with a high SPF are generally preferred because they offer the best protection.

Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50, a purely chemical sunscreen from Dermalogica's Age Smart range

Which masks suit normal skin?

Almost every kind of mask, from sheet masks to 100% natural ingredients, suits normal skin. Before use, check the product's ingredients, benefits and gentleness. Depending on your needs, you can consider masks with the following benefits:

• Brightening: masks with rice or lemon, rich in vitamin C.
• Hydrating: masks usually containing chamomile, aloe vera, tomato or cucumber extracts.
• Soothing: ingredients such as green tea, centella asiatica and manuka honey.

Hydro Masque Exfoliant – Dermalogica's 2-in-1 hydrating and exfoliating mask.

Above is some general information about normal skin and how to care for it effectively with a science-based routine. We hope these tips give you plenty of useful ideas to keep your skin healthy and beautiful.

Don't forget to give LUNARIA a call whenever you need a steadfast partner on your skincare journey!

#Skinisourthing