Friday, September 23, 2011

Did you know?

... that it is very easy to know your skin type through the use of a rice paper?

Preferably 30 minutes after cleansing, simply dab a piece of rice paper on different spots on your face. The amount or lack of oil in the rice paper is indicative of your skin type.
 
rice paper
  • Oily skin - the rice paper paper sticks to various parts of the skin (cheeks, nose, and forehead) and becomes translucent due to oil absorption
  • Dry skin - the rice paper does not stick and has no oily spots and your skin feels dry and flaky after dabbing with the rice paper
  • Normal - the rice paper does not have oil blots and the skin still feels hydrated, healthy, and shows youthful complexion
  • Combination - the rice paper sticks only to your T-zone, which comprises the forehead, nose, and chin. A combination skin type means that your face has both oily and dry parts

Knowing your skin type is very important when deciding on what products to use (such as cleanser, toner, moisturizer, or masks) and what skin care routine to follow. One of the common mistakes in facial skin care is not knowing your skin type.

*There is another skin type, sensitive skin, but unfortunately, this rice paper trick does not show skin sensitivity.

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