How do you know what skin type you have?

Normal:

When all of the skin's functions are in balance, normal skin appears healthy and glowing. It's not dry or oily, pores are not large, and blemishes are rare. But even normal skin is susceptible to damage from environmental stressors which cause that naturally fresh, balanced appearance to diminish.

A beautiful, healthy glow can be maintained by keeping skin hydrated and moist with products that encourage equilibrium. Yüm Gourmet Skincare products are made to respect and maintain the optimum pH balance for healthy normal skin. They are also formulated to resist future damage so that skin remains fresh and radiant at all times.

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Oily:

Overproduction of sebum [oil] is often responsible for the pimples, blackheads and whiteheads normally not seen with other skin types. Other factors that contribute to oily skin are hormonal fluctuations, seasonal changes, or a reaction to skin treatments or cleansing products. Oily skin tends to be thicker with visibly large pores and a shiny appearance. These surface conditions attract dirt and bacteria that cause blemishes. Extra attention is required to ensure that oily skin remains clean and healthy.

In an effort to balance itself oily skin tends to produce an abundance of sebum which results in enlarged pores and oily, shiny skin. Oily skin benefits most from a thorough cleansing and exfoliation. A daily skin care program that eliminates blemish causing bacteria without drying the skin is essential. The optimal balance for oily skin is achieved by removing impurities, gently exfoliating and adding botanicals and extracts to work to calm and balance.

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Dry/Sensitive:

Environmental factors such as pollution, harsh weather, smoke, stress, and diet can sensitize skin. Otherwise normal skin can become dry, red or inflamed by artificial ingredients or irritants. Most often, sensitive skin appears thin and delicate with fine pores. It flushes easily and is prone to broken capillaries. Often dry skin is the result of the natural process of aging. The incidence of sensitized skin is increasing as people become intolerant of artificial preservatives and other irritating factors.

LifeSource's Gourmet Skincare products for Dry or Sensitive Skin encourage normal collagen production, nurture and protect from harsh, drying elements, and aid in the restoration of a healthy moisture balance. Using micro-organic ingredients that assist in cellular restructuring, each product carefully protects the delicate acid mantle while addressing redness and irritation associated with dry, sensitive skin. Emollient oils and natural moisturizing factors provide much needed nourishment leaving skin deeply moisturized and revitalized.

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Mature/anti-aging:

Mature skin often feels dry, dull, tight or itchy due to a deficiency in the Intracellular Matrix found in the epidermis and a lack of sebum production. As skin age's sebum production gradually slows which can lead to increased dryness and accentuation of fine lines and wrinkles. Advanced deterioration of the delicate intercellular balance eventually lead to skin that appears dull and leathery. The natural process of aging can diminish the appearance of the skin and its ability to remain in balance when exposed to the elements, urban congestion [pollution, smog] or hormonal changes.

LifeSource's Gourmet Skincare for Mature Skin contains premium ingredients that are fine tuned to resist the visible signs of aging and dryness by compensating for these changes by increasing moisture and targeting deficiencies with vitamins, minerals and humectants necessary for balanced skin. Highly potent antioxidants, exfoliating alpha hydroxy acids and vital nourishing ingredients revitalize and encourage tissue regeneration on a cellular level. Your skin will feel silky smooth resulting in dramatically younger looking skin.

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