AI Skin Type Test
Upload a photo to instantly reveal whether your skin is oily, dry, combination, or sensitive, then get actionable care tips tailored to your results.
Understanding Skin Types
Choose your type to see key characteristics and best products
How to Identify
- • Shiny within hours of cleansing
- • Enlarged pores (especially T-zone)
- • Prone to acne & blackheads
- • Makeup doesn't last
What to Use
- • Gel cleansers
- • Oil-free moisturizers
- • Salicylic acid (BHA)
- • Niacinamide serums
How to Identify
- • Feels tight after cleansing
- • Rough, flaky patches
- • Fine lines more visible
- • Dull, lackluster look
What to Use
- • Cream cleansers
- • Rich moisturizers
- • Hyaluronic acid
- • Facial oils (squalane)
How to Identify
- • Shiny T-zone (forehead, nose, chin)
- • Normal or dry cheeks
- • Enlarged pores in T-zone only
- • Different zones behave differently
What to Use
- • Gentle, balanced cleansers
- • Lightweight moisturizers
- • Multi-masking (different zones)
- • Niacinamide for balance
Skin Health Benchmarks
These dermatology reference ranges help you interpret AI scores and decide when to see a professional tester.
Sebum Balance
Lab Range45–75 µg/cm² (T-zone)
Why it matters: Outside this band, pores clog (oily) or barrier cracks (dry).
How to track: Blotting paper test or sebumeter every 4 weeks.
Moisture Reservoir
Lab Range45–55% stratum corneum hydration
Why it matters: Keeps enzymes active so skin looks bouncy instead of dull.
How to track: Corneometer reading or smart humidifier logs.
TEWL (Water Loss)
Lab Range≤ 15 g/m²h after cleansing
Why it matters: Higher numbers signal a compromised barrier that needs lipids.
How to track: Derm clinic test or home probe after the evening routine.
pH Stability
Lab Range4.7–5.5
Why it matters: Acid mantle in this band blocks pathogenic bacteria.
How to track: Weekly pH strips post-cleanse.
Top 5 Skincare Mistakes Damaging Your Skin
Avoid these common mistakes for healthier skin
Skipping Sunscreen Daily
UV radiation causes 90% of visible aging—wrinkles, dark spots, and sagging. It's also the #1 cause of skin cancer. Without sunscreen, all your other skincare is useless.
Do This
- ✓Use SPF 30+ every single day
- ✓Apply a nickel-sized amount for face
Avoid This
- ✗Don't skip on cloudy days
- ✗Don't forget neck and hands
Over-Cleansing Your Face
Washing more than twice daily strips natural oils, triggering MORE oil production. This damages your skin barrier, causing sensitivity and dehydration.
Do This
- ✓Cleanse only 2x daily (morning/night)
- ✓Use lukewarm water, never hot
Avoid This
- ✗Don't wash every time it feels oily
- ✗Never use bar soap on your face
Mixing Incompatible Actives
Certain combinations like retinol + vitamin C or retinol + AHA/BHA cause irritation, redness, and reduce effectiveness.
Do This
- ✓Use Retinol at night, Vitamin C morning
- ✓Alternate AHA/BHA and Retinol nights
Avoid This
- ✗Retinol + AHA/BHA same night
- ✗Multiple strong actives at once
Using Too Many Products
10-step routines overwhelm your skin. More products = more irritation and clogged pores. Your skin can only absorb so much.
Do This
- ✓Start with basics: Cleanser, Moisturizer, SPF
- ✓Add ONE product at a time
Avoid This
- ✗Don't layer 5+ products
- ✗Don't assume more = better
Sleeping with Makeup On
Makeup mixed with oil and dirt clogs pores overnight, causing breakouts and dull skin. It prevents skin from repairing itself during sleep.
Do This
- ✓Double cleanse: oil cleanser first
- ✓Keep makeup wipes by bed for emergencies
Avoid This
- ✗Don't use just water or wipes alone
- ✗Don't skip cleansing when tired
Good Skincare is About Consistency, Not Perfection
Even if you've been making these mistakes for years, it's never too late to start fresh. Focus on fixing one mistake at a time—sustainable change beats perfection every time.