Normal skin is better defined than what is not: neither oily nor dry, nor sensitive and generally problem-free. With skin like this, you might be tempted to leave it alone. Why mess with perfection, right? But even normal skin needs care and attention.
What is “normal” skin?
Skin is generally classified as “normal” if it is not excessive oily or dry and does not address persistent skin concerns or conditions. This well-balanced, healthy skin type has even moisture and hydration levels, an even texture, and no obvious problem areas (in other words, you’ve hit the skincare jackpot). That said, normal skin can experience slight fluctuations in oiliness and dryness (even occasionally) when exposed to environmental stressors like UV rays and pollution.
Balanced Oil Production
Due to the healthy balance of oil and water, normal skin feels even and balanced. It can simply do its job: to be a barrier, an exterminator, a regenerator and an absorber. If you have this healthy skin type, you only need high maintenance skincare routine, which we’ll unpack below.
Barely visible resources
Your pores are obviously not large (which would be a sign of oily skin). In fact, they are barely visible. Lucky you!
Cleaning is good
Whether you use a foaming cleanser, balm or cleansing oil, your skin always feels clean and calm. Overall, your healthy skin doesn’t feel tight, dry or sensitive.
Small breakouts
You rarely experience outbursts. If you do, you can usually put it down to neglecting your skin care routine, forgetting to remove makeup and sunscreen, or hormonal fluctuations (like your period).
Minimal sensitivity
You don’t react to new skin care products or ingredients. Your skin tone is even and smooth.
Now that you have recognized that you Skin type is a normal skin type, here’s how to care for your skin so it continues to perform at its best.
Basic steps for maintaining healthy skin
Normal skin may not have obvious problems, but it still requires proper care to stay healthy and youthful. Normal skin care takes a three-pronged approach: Treat immediate problems, maintain your skin’s health, and protect your skin from future damage.
Treat
Treat your skin according to its needs right now. You can make small adjustments to your skin care routine to address intermittent dryness or oiliness as well as target the odd dark spot or blemish. Feeling dry? Swap your light moisturizer for a richer formula. Spot emerging? Add a spot treatment to your nighttime routine. Choose products that you can easily incorporate into your skincare routine so you can make those quick decisions during the game.
Keep
Are there no immediate skin concerns or conditions that need to be addressed? Normal skin types probably don’t need to focus on skin problems like acne or hyperpigmentation. But you are not from the beginning — yet. Even Normal skin requires proper care to maintain its healthy glow. You can focus your energy on maintaining the happy, healthy skin you already have. For example, a spa facial is still a great way to prevent potential skin concerns and boost your glowing complexion. You can talk to your esthetician about the Blueberry Detox Firming Peel, a professional-grade treatment that combines blueberry, blueberry and blackberry juices, plus pineapple extract to rejuvenate the skin. Your esthetician will also recommend a set of at-home products to help maintain the health and appearance of skin. If you can’t make it to a spa, we’ve put together a skin care routine you can do at home below.
Protect
Keeping your skin healthy requires protecting it from dry environmental stressors. UV rays, blue light radiation and pollution expose the skin to free radicals — unstable and highly reactive molecules that damage otherwise healthy cells. Over time, cumulative exposure leads to premature aging of the skin and the development of fine lines, wrinkles and dark spots. You can protect your skin by minimizing sun exposure, adjusting your lifestyle habits, and adding SPF and antioxidant-rich products to your skin care routine.
Normal skin care routine
Choosing the right products is essential to keep normal skin strong and healthy. Here is what we Eminence Organics Our product support team recommends a regular skincare routine.
1. Cleaner
Gel Cleanser: Stone Crop Gel Wash
This The gentle cleansing gel washes away impurities without stripping the skin of moisture. Stone crop, chamomile and shea butter combine to hydrate and brighten the appearance of the skin.
Cleansing cream: Cleanser with coconut milk
If your normal skin occasionally experiences dryness, try a cleansing cream. Our coconut milk cleanser is very gentle for dry skin types and uses rich coconut milk to improve the appearance of skin for a dewy finish.
Oil Cleanser: Stone Crop Cleansing Oil
For normal to oily skin, try an oil-based cleanser like ours Stone Crop Cleansing Oil. This non-greasy cleansing oil removes impurities and excess oil for a dewy complexion.
Watch this video to learn how to add a cleansing oil to your skincare routine:
2. Toner
Cleansing and toning work together like shampoo and conditioner: Toning completes the cleansing process by providing hydration, moisture and essential nutrients to keep your skin as healthy as possible. For normal skin, try a hydrating face mist like Stone Crop Hydrating Mist that keeps skin clean, fresh and cool all day with stone juice.
3. Exfoliate
Try it with rice flour Strawberry Rhubarb Dermafoliant that helps absorb oil and slough off dead skin cells for a radiant, radiant look. The strawberry ingredient helps to cleanse, while the salicylic acid gently exfoliates and removes impurities to brighten the appearance of your skin and reduce the appearance of pores. Rhubarb is a good source of ascorbic acid and vitamins to fight the appearance of wrinkles, while lactic acid removes dead skin cells to improve skin texture.
4. Mask
Our Stone Crop Masque contains hydrating stone, which herbalists have used for centuries to smooth and tighten the appearance of skin. This gel mask contains our BioComplex formula, an antioxidant booster, coenzyme Q10 and alpha lipoic acid to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and improve the overall appearance of your skin. You only need to apply a small amount which you leave for five to ten minutes.
5. Serum
Protect your skin from the effects of drying environmental stress by adding an antioxidant-rich serum to your daily skincare routine. Our product support team has recommended some favorites including Citrus & Kale Potent C+E Serum and the Strawberry Rhubarb Hyaluronic Serum. Even with normal skin, you may want to minimize the appearance of fine lines or wrinkles, which is exactly what Citrus & Kale Potent C+E Serum is designed for — helping skin look firm and plump. To ensure your skin stays hydrated, Strawberry Rhubarb Hyaluronic Serum supports cold weather-dried skin. Keep the serum on hand and apply a thin layer a few times a day (no more than three). Feel good knowing it contains healthy, natural ingredients like strawberry, rhubarb and honey.
6. Moisturizing cream
All skin types require moisture to remain soft, supple and protected. Hydration supports the skin’s natural lipid barrier, helping it retain water better and repel external irritants and stressors. Again, the consistency you choose depends on preference:
Light: Mangosteen Gel Moisturizer
THE Mangosteen Gel Moisturizer contains mangosteen, an antioxidant-rich super fruit that helps skin look and minimizes the appearance of pores. This moisturizing formula is also a winner Allure 2021 Best of Beauty: Clean Beauty product. This formula starts as a cool gel that melts beautifully into the skin, leaving a smooth, matte finish.
Medium: Arctic Berry Peptide Radiance Cream
If you prefer a medium consistency, spread it Arctic Berry Peptide Radiance Cream. This daily moisturizer features an exclusive skin-brightening peptide complex that helps skin look smooth and firm.
Rich: Coconut Age Corrective Moisturizer
For a richer cream, our Product Support Team recommends ours Coconut Age Corrective Moisturizer. Enriched with coconut oil, a natural retinol alternative, and PhytoCellTec™ Swiss Green Apple, this moisturizer firms and tightens the appearance of skin.
SPF moisturizer
To reduce your risk of skin cancer and keep your skin healthy, it’s important to apply an SPF sunscreen or moisturizer every day, preferably one with an SPF factor of at least 30. Lilikoi Daily Defense Moisturizer SPF 40 is a lightweight all-in-one daily moisturizer designed to improve the appearance of skin exposed to blue light stress and pollution.
7. Eye Cream
Our product support team says, “Everyone should use eye cream! THE Wild Plum Eye Cream would be a great choice for normal skin. It’s rich in vitamin K (from iron-rich wild plum) to reduce the appearance of dark circles.”
8. Facial oils
Facial oils can be applied before or after moisturizers, depending on the skin care products you use. If you prefer, you can apply facial oils to condition your skin before your moisturizer, or you may want to leave this step until the end so the facial oil sinks through the moisturizer into your skin. The third option is to mix your oil with your moisturizer. Choose which method works best for your skin and give it a try Camellia Glow Solid Facial Oil. This luxurious facial oil contains the ultra-moisturizing camellia oil that rejuvenates and revitalizes the appearance of skin. This oil leaves the skin soft and supple.
Trust us: Even normal skin types will benefit from a skin care regimen, and your favorite facialist can help you choose the best products. Visit us spa locator to find your nearest Eminence Organics Spa partner.
Do you think you have “normal” skin? We’d love to hear how you take care of your skin’s needs! Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and join the conversation on social media.
