A normal skin type is probably the most uncommon skin type. Since working in the beauty industry, this is not a skin type that I’ve come across very often. Someone with a normal skin type, has almost no problems/concerns with their skin. A normal skin type is known for having a radiant complexion. This skin type will have VERY FEW imperfections, no visible pores and near enough no sensitivity. The skin will not feel dry, nor too oily. It will display a clear and even tone, as well as having a smooth texture. Imagine characteristics found in young children and babies. The skin looks perfect. Normal skin, describes near perfect skin with no-to only a few visible skin imperfections.
Last week, in our previous blog, we covered dry skin. We spoke about what dry skin is, what causes it and how we can help nourish it. We know that there are 3 main skin types. Dry, Oily and Normal. Sometimes, you may have more than one skin type. This is called “Combination” skin.
Today, we are going to look at Oily Skin.
What is an Oily Skin Type?
An oily skin type is exactly what it says. The skin is producing too much oil which results in a constant shiny or greasy appearance. Someone who has an oily skin type should treat it correctly. Incorrect use of products can result in the pores becoming larger and blocked. This can cause blackheads and spots. Other types of acne are also common with this skin type.
Dry skin generally looks and feels dry to touch. The reason for this is because the skin is lacking moisture in the outer layer. The skin can also appear to have cracks in the surface, it can look scaly, red and it can also look tight. Unfortunately, dry skin can be quite sensitive. Meaning that it can often react to certain products easily. Irritation can also be quite common with a dry skin type, causing it to be quite itchy. If itching or scratching happens, this can cause the skin to be inflamed.
The SCIENCE behind it…
Your genetic makeup plays a part in your skin type. If you suffer from dry skin, it is likely that you are genetically inclined to having an underactive sebaceous gland. This is the gland that produces and provides oil for the skin. An underactive gland will mean that your skin is not getting enough oil to retain moisture and build a protective barrier. This barrier is vital when keeping your skin safe from all environmental factors. All these of course are so important when wanting to have happy, healthy and hydrated skin.
We know that we need to be wearing an SPF every single day of the year. When we are inside, or outside. Whether the sun is beaming, or the rain is pouring, we still need to be protecting our skin with an SPF. There are so many different types of SPF, and I’m sure you will be assuming that the higher the sun protection factor, the better. However, this is not entirely true.
Sun protection can be purchased as either a physical SPF or a chemical SPF. Now, you’re probably wondering what’s the difference and how do you know which is better? Well, let’s get into the properties of these products and how they work. Hopefully, this will make it a lot more clear for you.
Chemical Sun Protection
Chemical SPF’s are typically those that are purchased from our high street stores. Usually much more affordable, but how much are they actually protecting our skin?
Here at Pure Emporium, we believe that comfort is key. When you are visiting the salon, the most important thing to us is that you are comfortable and enjoying your treatment with us the best that you can. Obviously, our priority is to get good results with any treatment, but we want you to be relaxed and happy with your experience whilst you are in the salon.
So, we have introduced a BRAND NEW policy into the salon. And yes, we are taking this one very seriously. COMFORT IS KEY, so we are pleased to introduce a “Comfort Policy”.
Now, this isn’t like a normal policy. There are no “terms and conditions” that you as a client must agree to. However, we’d like you to read through them, and know that all of these things are down to you, and if you wish to request something whilst you’re in the salon to make your visit more enjoyable, then please just ask!
We all want different things in life, but one of things we all want is beautiful skin.
We are not all given the gift of ‘great skin’. But what does that term even mean? What do you define ‘great skin’ to be? You may interpret that in a different way to someone else, but ‘great skin’ is however YOU want it to look and feel compared to how it is now.
What Causes Our Skin To Change?
Many things can change the way that our skin behaves, which all play a part in how it looks and feels.
Some of these factors happen inside the body, and there is nothing that we can do to stop it. For example, our hormone levels can become unbalanced which can change how oily or dry our skin is, as well as the plumpness of our skin.
‘How do I get healthier hair?!’ and ‘How do I prevent damage’ Is not only a question we hear, but something we talk about a LOT in the hair salon. With colouring, highlights, and all sorts of other hair treatments, it’s always important to remember the fundamentals for keeping your hair healthy above anything else.
When you get your hair done in the salon, you’ve invested in your hair. We want you to know how to love your hair, not just on ‘hair salon day’ but everyday.
Regardless of your desired hair style or colour, healthy hair trumps the lot…. Every. Single. Time. The healthier your hair is, the better it looks, the better it shines, and the faster it grows too!
Miss Patisserie create vegan shower and bath products with high quality ingredients, and we now offer them at Pure Emporium!
By truly understanding the power of natural ingredients and the multitude of benefits they have on the body and mind, we now offer luxurious shower and bath products for you to indulge in – without taking extra time out of your daily routine. It’s time for bathroom luxury…
Let’s understand the importance of cleansing… with a cleanser! Deep down we know that cleansing our face with a cleanser is the best thing for healthier skin… I’m sorry to burst any bubbles, but face wipes are not a suitable alternative. If you use them, you may think they’re convenient, quick and easy, but trust us when we say the negatives vastly outweigh the positives. (And, I cleanse my skin faster with a cleanser and clean flannel than I would removing my makeup with any type of wipe!) Here is a professional beauty tip for healthier skin - ditch the face wipes! If you’re still using wipes on your face, and want to know the reasons why we would highly recommend that you stop, here’s why…
You may go to the high street for your shopping, and you might see skincare in the aisles at the supermarket… but what is the true difference between the quality of these products versus what you can purchase at the beauty / aesthetic salon?
If you’re a big fan of skincare, or visit a salon regularly, you have more than likely seen that the brands a salon will provide are different to those you see on the high street or supermarket shelves. At Pure Emporium we do exactly this.
But what really is ‘medical grade skincare’? Why does it differ to high street brands, and why should you consider spending your hard-earned cash on it, when you can get products cheaper in town?
You get those days where you just don’t operate at full capacity, just like when your iPhone is almost out of battery and it keeps freezing on the same screen.
BUT, YOU AREN’T ON YOUR OWN… It’s something that we are all susceptible to.
So what can we do to help ourselves when all we want to do is lie in bed all day, not achieve anything, or head straight to the treat cupboard and eat a massive bar of chocolate and then feel unnecessarily guilty about it afterwards?!
The face masks we are wearing on a daily basis are causing havoc for our skin. We aren’t used to it, our skin isn’t used to it and it’s creating skin concerns such as dryness, breakouts and congestion around the mouth, nose and cheek area. Does this sound familiar?
Read our Top Tips to overcoming ‘Maskne’ and the skin concerns created by wearing masks on a regular basis to get your skin back on track regarding it’s healthy, feeling good and looking gorgeous.
The crunchy leaves are falling, the gorgeous orange and brown tones are in sight, the nights are drawing in, the conkers can be found, the heating is being turned on, the warm coats are making an appearance, and the winter boots are climbing back out of their summer hiding places.
We know you need two things. Relaxation, and Skincare.
Read our tailored Limited Edition Treatments of the month to assist you target these concerns and offer you the solution you need to transition into Autumn with wellbeing in toe.
Have you ever looked at a photo of yourself, or caught yourself in the mirror and thought, oh my god, where did those lines come from?! When did I start looking old?!
Now, my motto is that prevention is always better than cure - however if you’ve got to the stage of not knowing what to do next to reverse the signs of ageing, it’s important you know which way to turn, and what options you have available to you.
I often get asked “What are gel nails” or “What is the difference between an OPI Gel Manicure and just a standard OPI Manicure” Well, the difference is pretty big.
The finish is the main difference - do you want a colour to last for 4 days, or a colour to last for 2-3 weeks…
Read more to find out the differences to know which treatment you should book in for…
