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Aesthetic Skincare Assessment

Skin Type & Hydration Assessment Quiz

Answer 4 quick lifestyle and cosmetic questions to identify your aesthetic skin profile and find the best over-the-counter ingredients for your daily routine.

Question 1 of 4

How does your skin feel 20 minutes after washing with a gentle cleanser?

Tight, dry, or like it needs moisturizer immediately
Shiny on forehead/nose, but comfortable or dry on cheeks
Slick and oily all over the face within 30 minutes
Comfortable, smooth, and neither excessively dry nor greasy
Question 2 of 4

When applying active serums (e.g. Vitamin C or Exfoliants), how does your skin react?

Frequently feels sensitive, flushed, or needs gentle soothing
Only occasionally when using strong acids or physical scrubs
Tolerates standard skincare products very comfortably
Question 3 of 4

How visible is surface shine and pore texture in natural light?

Noticeable shine across T-zone and inner cheeks
Slight shine only on the nose and center forehead
Minimal shine with a matte or dry surface appearance
Question 4 of 4

Does your skin ever feel dry or tight underneath while showing surface oiliness?

Yes! It feels tight and dehydrated underneath, but produces surface shine
No, it is consistently dry with no oily shine
No, it feels oily without tightness or flaking
Cosmetic Skin Profile

Dehydrated Combination Complexion

Your skin surface shows signs of water dehydration, leading to compensatory shine. Lightening textures to water-based hydrators will help balance your complexion.

Cosmetic Ingredients to Look For:

  • Ceramides NP & AP (Helps maintain skin barrier comfort)
  • Glycerin & Hyaluronic Acid (Hydrating humectants)
  • Panthenol / Centella Asiatica (Calms surface redness)
  • Niacinamide 2–4% (Refines pore appearance)

Cosmetic Ingredients to Avoid:

  • High-alcohol foaming astringents
  • Harsh physical scrubs with jagged particles
  • Heavily fragranced leave-on formulations
  • Excessive daily exfoliation (Stick to 1–2x weekly)
Cosmetic Educational Disclaimer: This quiz is designed purely for general aesthetic and over-the-counter cosmetic guidance. It does not provide medical diagnosis, treatment, or dermatological prescriptions. For medical skin conditions, always consult a licensed dermatologist.