With pollution, dust, UV rays, stress and other external factors affecting our skin, we do need to get facials now and then to pamper our skin and take care of it. But they don’t need to be super complicated or time-consuming. From deep cleansing your skin to exfoliating and moisturising, a good facial takes care of most of your worries. But with everyone having a different skin type from oily to dry, which facial is the best for you?
 

Different skin types

Different skin types

Dry skin

Dry skin will literally feel dry and rough to touch and may also feel tight at places. You may also experience flaking of skin while your pores may be small and sensitive to touch. You may also face some itchiness.

Oily skin

The grass may feel like it is greener on the other side but oily skin too has its own problems. If you have excess sebum they can build up and cause acne and blackheads. Your skin might feel greasy to touch and you may have large and clogged pores.

Combination skin

Have you ever worried about your skin as you face issues prevalent for dry, as well as oily skin? That means you may have combination skin as some parts of your face may be dry while the rest may be oily. You might have open pores and experience oiliness, especially in the T-zone (forehead, nose and chin).

Sensitive skin

You may have sensitive skin if your face is affected by the slightest of changes or exposure to external elements like makeup, dust or even eating oily food. Your skin may oftentimes be red and itchy. Your pores might sting when you even wash with water.

Normal skin

While the rest of the skin types are also normal and pretty common among people of all ages, a normal skin type simply means that you don’t have any particular concerns. Your face is not oily or dry since it has a normal pH balance. But that does not excuse you from the wrath of blemishes, acne and blackheads if you don’t take care of your face.
 

 

What should a good facial include?

What should a good facial include?

Despite having different facials for different skin types, the results should be the same which is to give glowing and healthy skin. Whether you have dry or oily skin, a good facial should start off with a deep cleanse of the face for best results. It should be then followed by an exfoliation that also provides blood circulation and treats acne and other visible conditions like blemishes or redness. Top it all off with a moisturiser to hydrate your skin. 

 

Best facials for your skin

Best facials for your skin

Facial for dry skin

If you have dry skin, the best facial should first and foremost hydrate your skin. You also need to gently exfoliate since you need to get rid of the dead skin cells. End the routine with a mask to help retain moisture.

BB Picks - Lakme Dry Skin Care Kit, Strawberry Clean Up Scrub and Mask

 

Facial for oily skin

Facial for oily skin

There are a lot of options for oily skin which may have you confused as to which facial is the best. You need a high-powered facial from getting rid of all the buildup accumulated on your face to deep-cleaning your pores. A clay mask helps get rid of excess sebum that leads to acne and blackheads in the first place.

BB Picks - Simple Kind to Skin Refreshing Facial and Lakme 9 to 5 Clay Face Mask

 

Facial for combination skin

Facial for combination skin

While picking a good facial, having combination skin might feel tricky but it really isn’t. You don’t have to pick and choose products for different parts of your face because, in the end, they are all good for your skin, that is why they exist. Just make sure you tick all the boxes like a good cleanser or scrub for clogged pores and rich cream to moisturise the dry area.

BB Picks - Pond’s Vitamin Skin Brightening Facial Kit

 

Facial for sensitive skin

Facial for sensitive skin

It is called sensitive for a reason, so do your research well and do patch tests for allergies before going for a facial. Opt for mild face wash and scrubs that don’t have harsh chemicals or else they might further irritate your skin. Add in a serum that may also help treat the irritated skin and balance your skin’s pH levels.

BB Picks - Dermalogica 4 Step Glow

 

Facial for normal skin

Facial for normal skin

You might not have to worry about oily or dry skin but you still need to thoroughly clean and exfoliate your face. Don’t forget to end your routine by hydrating your face with a moisturiser.

BB Picks - Lakme Absolute Perfect Radiance Facial

 

FAQs on facials for different skin types

FAQs on facials for different skin types

1) Can a facial treat oily skin?

Yes. Especially if you use a clay mask in your facial, it helps absorb excess oil without drying out your skin.

2) How often should I get a facial?

If you have dry or normal skin, you can do a facial once a month. If you have a more worrying condition, you can do it more frequently like once every three weeks.

3) Do I apply different products to different areas if I have combination skin?

Yes, you can. While you should wash and exfoliate your face thoroughly, you can apply the moisturiser only in places that are dry. 

4) Will a facial make dry skin red?

If you scrub your face too hard, especially if you have dry skin, it can turn red and irritated. Use a mild cleanser and exfoliator for dry skin.