Because good skincare starts with knowing what your skin is asking for.
Before choosing products or routines, the most helpful thing you can do is understand how your skin behaves. Your skin already tells you what it needs, we just learn how to listen.
The Four Common Skin Types
1. Normal Skin
Feels balanced, not too oily, not too dry.
Texture feels even and comfortable most days.
How to care:
A gentle cleanser + light hydration works beautifully.
2. Oily Skin
Feels shiny in the T-zone (or overall), especially in warm weather.
Makeup may move easily; pores may look more visible.
How to care:
Use lightweight gel textures, avoid heavy creams, and cleanse gently to keep the skin fresh.
3. Dry Skin
May feel tight, flaky, or rough after washing.
Cold seasons or AC environments might increase dryness.
How to care:
Choose soft, moisturizing creams and avoid strong foaming cleansers.
4. Combination Skin
Oily in some areas (usually forehead, nose, chin) and dry or normal in others.
How to care:
Mix and match textures: gel in oily areas, cream in dry ones.
Balance is your keyword.
How to Observe Your Skin (Simple Method)
After washing your face with a gentle cleanser:
- Wait 1 hour
- Don’t apply anything
- Notice how it feels
| What you feel | Likely skin type |
| Tight, rough | Dry |
| Shiny or slippery | Oily |
| Shiny in T-zone only | Combination |
| Comfortable & soft | Normal |
No mirror needed, your skin tells you by feel.
And remember, skin type can change
With:
- Weather
- Hormones
- Travel
- Stress
- Diet
- Sleep
So your routine should adjust gently, not stay rigid.
Your Routine Should Feel Like You
Your ideal routine isn’t the trendiest one.
It’s the one you can do every day, calmly.
No rush. No pressure. Just care at your pace.
At Prakriti
We curate skincare and self-care tools that support comfort, consistency, and everyday rituals, for every skin type, every season, and every phase of life.
Care that feels natural. Care that feels like you.
