Buying skincare products without knowing your skin type leads to breakouts, dryness, or irritation. This guide helps you choose the right products for oily, dry, combination, and sensitive skin.

1. Oily Skin

How to identify

• Shiny skin

• Large pores

• Frequent acne

Best products

• Gel cleansers

• Oil-free moisturizers

• Niacinamide serum

• Clay masks

Avoid

• Heavy creams

• Coconut oil

• Alcohol-based toners

2. Dry Skin

Signs

• Rough patches

• Flakiness

• Tight feeling

Best products

• Cream cleansers

• Thick moisturizers

• Hyaluronic acid

• Ceramides

3. Combination Skin

Signs

• Oily T-zone

• Dry cheeks

Best products

• Mild cleansers

• Lightweight moisturizer

• Balancing toners

4. Sensitive Skin

Signs

• Redness

• Burning sensation

• Easily irritated

Best products

• Fragrance-free formulas

• Soothing ingredients (aloe, oatmeal)

• Simple 3-step routine

Avoid

• Strong acids

• Retinol (unless dermatologist approved)