You’ve probably Googled it. Maybe you’ve taken a quiz. Or asked a beauty advisor at some point:
“What’s my skin type — and what should I use?”
But if the answer felt vague, inconsistent, or like it changed every few months... you’re not alone.
Most people don’t fall neatly into one box.
And the classic categories? Oily, dry, combination, sensitive — they’re only part of the story.
Let’s talk about what really defines your skin.
And how to care for it without playing dermatologist on yourself.
Skin Type vs. Skin State — What’s the Difference?
Think of your skin type as your baseline: how your skin naturally behaves most of the time.
But your skin state — that’s the part that changes.
Hormones. Sleep. Stress. The season.
Even your last product experiment.
If your skin feels glowy one week and flaky the next, that doesn’t mean your skin type changed.
It just means it’s reacting. And it needs support — not punishment.
Let’s Break Down the Big Four (And What They Miss)
Oily Skin
• Shiny by mid-morning
• Often prone to blackheads or clogged pores
• Needs lightweight hydration — not stripping
Dry Skin
• Feels tight or flaky, especially after cleansing
• Needs rich moisture + barrier repair
• Can still break out when the barrier’s off
Sensitive Skin
• Easily irritated, stings with new products
• Redness, tingling, or reactivity are common
• Often misunderstood — sometimes, it’s just a stressed barrier
Combination Skin
• Oily in some areas (usually the T-zone), dry or tight in others
• Breaks out and flakes — sometimes at the same time
• Needs a smart system, not more steps
✨ Not sure which one sounds like you? You’re probably a little of each — and that’s exactly the point.
Your Skin Doesn’t Need a Label. It Needs a Strategy.
Instead of asking “what type am I?”, ask:
👉 “What does my skin need — right now?”
Maybe it needs help calming down.
Maybe it needs better barrier support.
Maybe it just needs less noise.
What works isn’t guessing and hoping.
It’s choosing products that adapt with your skin — not against it.
What to Look For (Instead of a Skin Type Test)
Forget the 10-step spreadsheets. Instead, look for a routine that’s:
✔️ Barrier-first (because no glow without it)
✔️ Adaptive to your skin’s ups and downs
✔️ Minimal, but effective
✔️ Built to protect in the morning and repair at night
✔️ Formulated to work together — not compete on your face
That’s the system we built.
Because your skin doesn’t need more confusion.
It needs more support.
Our Final Thought for You: Labels Are Optional. Support Isn’t.
Your skin is allowed to change.
It’s allowed to be moody.
It’s allowed to not make sense every single day.
But with the right rhythm, the right formulas, and the right mindset…
Your routine will make sense — even when your skin doesn’t.
With Love, Your Skincare Besties,
Nana & Bambi
Ever Wondered What Your Skin Type Really Is? Let’s Uncomplicate It.
You’ve probably Googled it. Maybe you’ve taken a quiz. Or asked a beauty advisor at some point:
“What’s my skin type — and what should I use?”
But if the answer felt vague, inconsistent, or like it changed every few months... you’re not alone.
Most people don’t fall neatly into one box.
And the classic categories? Oily, dry, combination, sensitive — they’re only part of the story.
Let’s talk about what really defines your skin.
And how to care for it without playing dermatologist on yourself.
Skin Type vs. Skin State — What’s the Difference?
Think of your skin type as your baseline: how your skin naturally behaves most of the time.
But your skin state — that’s the part that changes.
Hormones. Sleep. Stress. The season.
Even your last product experiment.
If your skin feels glowy one week and flaky the next, that doesn’t mean your skin type changed.
It just means it’s reacting. And it needs support — not punishment.
Let’s Break Down the Big Four (And What They Miss)
Oily Skin
• Shiny by mid-morning
• Often prone to blackheads or clogged pores
• Needs lightweight hydration — not stripping
Dry Skin
• Feels tight or flaky, especially after cleansing
• Needs rich moisture + barrier repair
• Can still break out when the barrier’s off
Sensitive Skin
• Easily irritated, stings with new products
• Redness, tingling, or reactivity are common
• Often misunderstood — sometimes, it’s just a stressed barrier
Combination Skin
• Oily in some areas (usually the T-zone), dry or tight in others
• Breaks out and flakes — sometimes at the same time
• Needs a smart system, not more steps
✨ Not sure which one sounds like you? You’re probably a little of each — and that’s exactly the point.
Your Skin Doesn’t Need a Label. It Needs a Strategy.
Instead of asking “what type am I?”, ask:
👉 “What does my skin need — right now?”
Maybe it needs help calming down.
Maybe it needs better barrier support.
Maybe it just needs less noise.
What works isn’t guessing and hoping.
It’s choosing products that adapt with your skin — not against it.
What to Look For (Instead of a Skin Type Test)
Forget the 10-step spreadsheets. Instead, look for a routine that’s:
✔️ Barrier-first (because no glow without it)
✔️ Adaptive to your skin’s ups and downs
✔️ Minimal, but effective
✔️ Built to protect in the morning and repair at night
✔️ Formulated to work together — not compete on your face
That’s the system we built.
Because your skin doesn’t need more confusion.
It needs more support.
Our Final Thought for You: Labels Are Optional. Support Isn’t.
Your skin is allowed to change.
It’s allowed to be moody.
It’s allowed to not make sense every single day.
But with the right rhythm, the right formulas, and the right mindset…
Your routine will make sense — even when your skin doesn’t.
With Love, Your Skincare Besties,
Nana & Bambi