Cosmopolitan India

Your (Skin) Type On Paper

Alright, I’ll level with you, I have worked in the beauty industry for nearly 10 years, but I still get a bit confused about the whole ‘skin type’ thing. I have an oily T-zone, reoccurring breakouts along my jawline (hi, hormones) and every now and then, my cheeks get Sahara-dry.

I figured I cannot be alone in my struggle, so why not seek out the experts (aka, dermatologists) to decode the riddle that is skin types? Here, we break down exactly what, how, and why it can be helpful to shop for tailored products.

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