Understanding Skin Types and Conditions
Every face you work on is different, and recognizing what you're working with shapes every product decision that follows.
✓Common Skin Types
- Oily — shine throughout the day, larger-looking pores
- Dry — flaking, tightness, or rough texture
- Combination — oily in the T-zone, drier elsewhere
- Sensitive — prone to redness or reacting to new products
✓Visible Conditions to Be Aware Of
- Acne or active breakouts
- Rosacea (persistent redness, visible blood vessels)
- Eczema or other visibly irritated patches
Your job is to recognize these conditions and adjust your product choices and technique accordingly — not to diagnose or treat them. If a client asks about a skin condition directly, recommend they see a dermatologist.