What is Normal Skin?

Normal skin is what aestheticians call ‘goldilocks skin’: it’s not too dry or overly sensitive, and it doesn’t produce too much sebum or tend to break out. Normal skin is like the natural sweet spot that other skin types are trying to achieve by striking the ideal balance of moisture, smooth texture, tight pores, and radiance. The ultimate goal of skin care for normal skin is to keep all these elements in perfect harmony. Look for normal skin care products formulated to maintain that healthy balance while replenishing and nourishing.
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How to Care for Normal Skin

A skin care routine for normal skin is all about keeping the natural balance. Maintain your healthy glow with normal skin care products that cleanse, tone, moisturize, and protect. Always remove every trace of makeup daily, exfoliate regularly, and add a weekly mask to your routine. And don’t forget to have a multitasking cleanser on hand like Micellar Cleansing Water.

Tips for Normal Skin

  • “Normal” doesn’t mean “low-maintenance”: Never skip on your normal skin care routine. Daily cleansing and moisturizing is key to maintain your normal skin.
  • Things change: Hormones, aging, and lifestyle can throw normal skin off balance, so treat it well and listen to your skin's needs.
  • Be protective: Always apply sunscreen with at least SPF 30 before going outside (even in fog!).

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
  • Normal skin is usually described in terms of what it isn’t. It’s not dry to the point of discomfort, so it’s not flaky, red or itchy. You don’t have to constantly blot normal skin to prevent or absorb excess oil. It’s not prone to blemishes, breakouts or rough patches. Normal skin naturally looks radiant, healthy, and well-balanced in terms of moisture and texture.

    If you know your skin is normal, make sure you’re maintaining the balance Mother Nature gave you with a skin care routine for normal skin. Check out our articles on how to take care of your skin type and be sure you have the right cleanser and moisturizer for your type.
  • If you’re not sure whether you have normal skin, start by comparing all the five skin types. Once you’ve figured out your skin type, continue on this page to explore normal skin care products and check out our collection of specially formulated products to put together a skin care routine for normal skin.
  • Face scrubs are a wonderful way to slough off the grime and smooth the skin’s surface. Since normal skin is already balanced in terms of natural oils, it’s recommended to use a slightly abrasive exfoliant once a week. If your environment is especially dirty or harsh, you can opt for a gentle daily face scrub. This will remove dead skin cells and impurities to help your normal skin breathe for a fresh start. Read our article about face scrubs to learn how they work.
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