How to know the different skin types to take good care of myself?

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Learn how to choose the right skincare products for dry, oily, combination, and dehydrated skin. Discover New Angance recommendations for hydration, radiance, anti-aging, and targeted skincare needs.

How to know the different skin types to take good care of myself?
New Angance Skincare Guide

How to Choose Skincare Products for Your Skin Type

Understanding your skin type is the first step toward creating a skincare routine that feels comfortable, balanced and relevant to your individual needs.

Choosing skincare can sometimes feel overwhelming. With cleansers, lotions, serums, creams, masks and targeted treatments available for different concerns, it is easy to focus on individual products without first considering what your skin actually needs.

The better approach is to start with your skin type and your main skin concern. Is your skin dry or dehydrated? Does it become shiny throughout the day? Is your T-zone oilier than your cheeks? Or are you mainly looking for hydration, radiance, comfort or anti-aging care?

At New Angance, skincare is organized around both product type and skin concern, making it easier to build a routine around what your skin needs most. Explore the New Angance Skincare Collection to discover formulas designed for different skincare needs.

Remember: Your skin type and your skin concern are not always the same thing. For example, dehydrated skin can occur across different skin types, while dull-looking skin can be influenced by several factors. Think about both when choosing your routine.

Skin Type vs. Skin Concern: What Is the Difference?

Your skin type describes how your skin generally behaves, while a skin concern describes what you would like to address in your routine.

Skin Type What You May Notice Routine Priority
Dry skin Feeling of tightness, roughness or visible dryness Moisture, comfort and nourishing care
Dehydrated skin Feels tight or lacks a fresh, hydrated appearance Hydration-focused products
Oily skin Visible shine and increased sebum production Gentle cleansing and lightweight hydration
Combination skin Oilier T-zone with comparatively drier areas Balanced, area-specific care
Normal skin Generally balanced and comfortable Simple maintenance and prevention-focused care

How to Choose Skincare for Dry or Dehydrated Skin

Dry and dehydrated skin are often discussed together, but they describe different needs. Dry skin generally benefits from nourishing and moisturizing care, while dehydrated skin needs a stronger focus on water-based hydration.

If your skin feels tight, rough or uncomfortable, look for products that support hydration and help maintain a comfortable skin feel.

New Angance recommendation: Hyaluronic Acid Serum

The Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum is formulated around hydration and contains Sodium Hyaluronate, a form of hyaluronic acid. It is listed by New Angance as suitable for all skin types and can be used as a hydration-focused serum step in a routine.

For broader hydration-focused shopping, explore the New Angance Hydration Collection .

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How to Choose Skincare for Oily Skin

Oily skin tends to produce more sebum and may appear shiny, particularly through the T-zone. One common mistake is assuming that oily skin does not need hydration.

Instead, a balanced routine can begin with gentle cleansing followed by lightweight hydration. Avoid building a routine around overly aggressive cleansing simply because your skin becomes shiny.

New Angance recommendation: Purifying Mask

For skin that looks congested or oily-prone, the New Angance Purifying Mask is designed around cleansing, purification and radiance. Its formula includes activated charcoal and niacinamide, among other ingredients.

It can be explored as an occasional targeted step rather than replacing your everyday cleansing and moisturizing routine.

Discover more targeted options through the New Angance Skin Issues Collection .

How to Build a Routine for Combination Skin

Combination skin can have different needs in different areas of the face. The T-zone may appear oilier while the cheeks feel comparatively dry or comfortable.

Instead of treating the entire face in exactly the same way, consider a balanced routine:

  • Start with a gentle cleanser.
  • Use a hydrating serum where additional hydration is needed.
  • Choose a moisturizer according to how your skin feels.
  • Use targeted masks when a particular concern requires extra care.
  • Finish your morning routine with sun protection.

The goal is not to use more products. It is to choose the right products for the needs your skin is showing.

Skincare for Dull-Looking Skin and Uneven Radiance

Skin can look dull when it lacks a fresh, hydrated appearance. If radiance is your main concern, consider combining consistent hydration with products formulated around brightening and revitalizing care.

Look for ingredients connected to radiance

Vitamin C derivatives such as Ascorbyl Glucoside can be relevant when discussing radiance-focused skincare. New Angance includes Ascorbyl Glucoside in its Premium Growth Factor Elixir formula.

For a targeted mask step, explore the New Angance Mask Collection , which includes options such as Brightening Mask and Purifying Mask.

Ingredients to know

  • Hyaluronic Acid / Sodium Hyaluronate: commonly used in skincare focused on hydration and skin comfort.
  • Ascorbyl Glucoside: a vitamin C derivative used in formulations focused on radiance and the appearance of an even-looking complexion.
  • Niacinamide: an ingredient used in formulas targeting concerns such as radiance, uneven-looking skin and the appearance of pores.
  • Panthenol: commonly used in skincare for its skin-conditioning and comforting properties.
  • Ceramides: commonly included in skincare designed to support the skin barrier and maintain a comfortable skin feel.

When Should You Consider Anti-Aging Skincare?

Anti-aging skincare does not have to mean completely changing your routine. You can gradually introduce targeted products depending on your priorities, such as the appearance of fine lines, loss of firmness, dryness or reduced radiance.

New Angance recommendation: Premium Growth Factor Elixir

The Premium Growth Factor Elixir is a concentrated serum formulated with growth factors, peptides, hyaluronic acid and Ascorbyl Glucoside. New Angance positions it around skin renewal, hydration, firmness and the appearance of fine lines.

For a broader routine, explore the New Angance Anti-Aging Collection .

Add a targeted mask to your routine

The New Angance Mask Collection includes targeted options such as the Anti-Aging Mask, Brightening Mask and Purifying Mask, allowing you to select a treatment according to your skincare concern.

Build a more targeted anti-aging routine

Discover New Angance anti-aging skincare designed around hydration, radiance, firmness and visible signs of skin aging.

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How to Build a Simple New Angance Skincare Routine

Once you understand your skin type and main concern, your routine does not need to become complicated. A simple structure can help you decide where each product fits.

Step 01

Cleanse

Begin with a gentle cleanser to remove everyday impurities and prepare the skin for the next steps.

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Step 02

Target

Choose a serum according to your main concern, such as hydration, radiance or anti-aging care.

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Step 03

Moisturize

Follow with a suitable cream or lotion to provide moisturizing care and help maintain skin comfort.

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Step 04

Protect

In the morning, finish with sun protection as part of your daily skincare routine.

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How Often Should You Use a Face Mask?

A face mask can be added as a complementary step when your skin needs targeted care. The ideal choice depends on the product and your skin's individual needs.

New Angance offers several mask options for different concerns. For example, the Purifying Mask is positioned around purification and radiance, while the Mask Collection also includes hydration, anti-aging and brightening options.

Explore the complete New Angance Mask Collection and select a formula according to your current skin concern.

How to Choose the Right New Angance Product for Your Skin

Your Main Need Product / Category to Explore Why It Fits
Dry or dehydrated skin Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum Hydration-focused serum with Sodium Hyaluronate.
Oily or congested-looking skin Purifying Mask Targeted cleansing and purifying care with ingredients including activated charcoal and niacinamide.
Dull-looking skin Mask Collection Multiple targeted mask options, including brightening-focused care.
Visible signs of aging Premium Growth Factor Elixir Formulated with growth factors, peptides, hyaluronic acid and Ascorbyl Glucoside.
Complete skincare routine New Angance Skincare Collection Browse skincare by product type and skin concern.

Don't Choose Products Based on Skin Type Alone

Your skin type is an important starting point, but it should not be the only factor in your routine.

A person with combination skin may also experience dehydration. Someone with dry skin may want to focus on radiance. Mature skin may also need hydration and comfort. This is why looking at both your skin type and your current concern can help you create a more personalized routine.

New Angance makes this approach easier by organizing products across skincare categories and specific concerns, including hydration and dryness, anti-aging and wrinkles, dullness and pigmentation, and sensitive or stressed skin.

Find skincare that fits your needs

Start with your skin concern, discover the right product category, and build a skincare routine that works naturally for your daily needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know which skincare products are right for my skin?

Start by identifying your general skin type, such as dry, oily, combination or normal. Then consider your main concern, such as dehydration, dullness, uneven-looking skin or visible signs of aging. Choose products according to both factors.

Can dehydrated skin also be oily?

Yes. Dehydration refers to a lack of water, while oily skin relates to sebum production. They describe different characteristics, so oily skin can still benefit from appropriate hydration.

Which New Angance product is suitable for hydration?

The Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum is specifically positioned around hydration and contains Sodium Hyaluronate.

Which New Angance products can I explore for anti-aging care?

You can explore the New Angance Anti-Aging Collection , including products such as the Premium Growth Factor Elixir and Anti-Aging Mask.

Skincare needs can vary from person to person. Product suitability may depend on individual skin characteristics and preferences. Always follow the directions provided with each product.

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