The guide to identifying your skin type

Published: 16-Jan-2025

ONSHINDO OSAKA, the Japanese skincare brand available in pharmacies, reveals the secret to identifying your skin type and building the perfect skincare routine

Understanding your skin type is the essential first step to properly caring for your face and maximising the benefits of your skincare products. All too often, we invest time and money in products that don't suit our needs or fail to deliver the desired results. This frustration can lead to abandoning skincare routines altogether, leaving promising products unused and forgotten.

The Japanese skincare brand Onshindo Osaka believes that every skin deserves a personalised routine. To help you achieve optimal results, their experts share
insights on identifying your skin type and selecting the most suitable products for your unique needs.

NORMAL SKIN

The perfect balance.

Normal skin feels soft and supple, with small, barely visible pores. It is neither too oily nor too dry, offering an ideal natural balance.

THE PERFECT PRODUCT

The goal for normal skin is to maintain its natural equilibrium with lightweight, hydrating products that enhance radiance. The Sawayaka Cream is an ideal choice, providing clinically proven 24-hour hydration. Light yet effective, it ensures daily nourishment without overwhelming the skin.

OILY SKIN

Excess Sebum and Shine

Oily skin produces excessive sebum, resulting in a shiny appearance, particularly in the T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin). Pores tend to be larger and more visible, with a higher likelihood of acne and blackheads.

THE PERFECT PRODUCT

For oily skin, products that regulate sebum production and keep pores clean without causing dryness are essential. Onshindo Osaka recommends the
Nadeshikoiro Day and Night Creams for oily skin.

These formulas are non-comedogenic and feature:

  • Pore Reductyl, a botanical active that minimises the appearance of pores and regulates sebum.
  • Agaric Acid, a natural astringent that reduces excess sebum, leaving the skin smooth, firm, and hydrated.

DRY SKIN

Tightness and Lack of Radiance

Dry skin often feels tight and rough, with visible flakiness and a lack of luminosity.

Pores are small, but fine lines and redness may be more prominent.

THE PERFECT PRODUCT

Deep hydration is crucial for dry skin, along with products that strengthen the skin barrier and provide lasting comfort. The Nadeshikoiro Creams for dry skin
deliver powerful hydration and nourishment, featuring:

  • Shea Butter, to fortify the skin barrier.
  • Coconut Oil, to deeply hydrate and soothe.

These ingredients work together to alleviate dryness while addressing signs of ageing.

COMBINATION SKIN

Balancing Different Zones

Combination skin is characterised by oily skin in the T-zone and normal or dry skin on the cheeks, resulting in varying needs across the face.

THE PERFECT PRODUCT

The ideal solution for combination skin balances hydration without adding excess oil. Onshindo Osaka’s Nadeshikoiro creams for normal and combination skin are formulated with:

  • Vitamin E, to protect the skin barrier.
  • Grape Seed Oil, a non-comedogenic ingredient that hydrates and improves skin texture without greasiness.

This thoughtful blend ensures balanced care for both oily and dry areas.

Discover Your Perfect Routine

Onshindo Osaka believes that understanding your skin type is the foundation for achieving radiant, healthy skin. With their expertly crafted products, you can create a skincare routine tailored to your unique needs and unlock your skin’s full potential.

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