SKIN CARE MADE EASY

THE SKIN

The body’s largest organ• Our skin is alive, responds and changes to external stimulae. • Its delicate balance needs to be cared for • To maintain beautiful and healthy skin and slow down its ageing process, it must be supplemented and protected

The skin of our body has a surface area of nearly 2 square metres.

THE SKIN

Main functions

• Protection • Heat control• Insulation• Perception• Absorption

The skin is a very effective barrier against the outside world thanks to its ingenious protective mechanisms.

THE SKIN

Epidermis – The structure of the skin

Epidermis• Protection and cell renewal• Takes approx. 28 days to

renew the cells of the skin

We lose around 1 gram of dead skin cells every day, nearly a pound per year, and around 27 kilos in a lifetime.

THE SKIN

Dermis – The structure of the skin

Dermis• Skin structure made up of - Elastin (to make the skin elastic and supple) - Collagen (to firm the skin)• Contains nerves and blood vessels• Contains sebaceous and sweat glands• Water reserve of the skin

70% of the human body is made up of water!

THE SKIN

Hypodermis – The structure of the skin

Hypodermis• It’s the energy reserve of the skin• It’s the shock absorber• Regulates body temperature

The hills and valleys of the hypodermis give the skin its characteristic appearance – cellulitis, buttocks, etc.

Skintypes• Oily• Combination• Dry

As we grow older our skin usually follows this route:Oily Combination Dry

People’s skin type changes with the season and therefore the skin care routine has to be adapted accordingly.

Oily skin – too much sebumVisual Appearance• Thick skin; looks dull• Often shiny• Open pores

And • Pimples, spots, blackheads, whiteheads• Acne problems• Skin feels dirty easily, especially in polluted areas• Make-up doesn’t stay on very well

But• Wrinkles appear later• Less prone to dehydration

NeedReduce sebum production and add moisture

SKIN TYPES

Taking care of oily skinCleansing• Gentle cleansing products with actives for oily skin. Especially mild gels that wash off with water

Toning:• Adapted toning lotions with specific active ingredients for oily skin to close the pores and reduce secretion of sebum

Treating and Protecting:• Mattifying and treating light lotions and gel creams that reduce the production of sebum

Specific Treatments• Once or twice a week use a scrub for oily skin to remove blackheads as well as an absorbing and purifying mask.

SKIN TYPES

Combination skin – oily and dry areasVisual Appearance• Oily T-zone• Dry cheeks

And • Enlarged pores and oily T-zone• Dry, flaky cheeks

NeedBalance out sebum production and use moisture-retaining products

SKIN TYPES

Taking care of combination skinCleansing• Gentle cleansing products with actives for combination skin that wash off with water

Toning:• With specific active ingredients for combination skin to close the pores and moisturise dry areas

Treating and Protecting:• Light gel creams that hydrate without adding extra oil

Specific Treatments• Weekly scrub targeting T-zone and moisturising mask for dry areas SKIN TYPES

Dry skin – lack of sebumVisual Appearance• Small, closed pores• Skin “smooth” or “peach-like”• Make-up stays on very well• Skin feels tight after cleansing with water• Skin is not shiny

But• Early wrinkles• Prone to redness, Erythrosis• Easily dehydrated

NeedIntense nourishment and hydration

SKIN TYPES

Taking care of dry skinCleansing• Never with soap. Always with a moisturising cleansing milk or soap free gel

Toning:• Use a toner without alcohol after cleansing to close the pores and firm the skin• Never rub the skin as it might cause irritation

Treating and Protecting:• Use nourishing creams regularly day and night, all year round• Use intense hydration creams

Specific Treatments• Every week, use a scrub for dry skin and hydrate with masks and serums

SKIN TYPES

Sensitive skin – a skin condition that can be occasional, permanent or pathologicalVisual Appearance

• Redness, flush, sensations of heat• Irritated, itchiness• Pimples, granular appearance

What happens:1. Appearance; Immediate sensitivity: redness, sensation of heat, sudden itchiness2. Recession: Symptoms disappear more or less quickly3. Sedation: After 2-3 days, desquamation of the skin occurs

NeedAdequate and careful selection of skin care products SKIN TYPES

Taking care of sensitive skinCleansing• Mild, gentle soap free cleanser

Toning:• Alcohol free toners

Treating and Protecting:• Moisturising, fragrance free products suitable for sensitive skin

Specific Treatments• Calming ingredients to reduce irritation• Emulsifier free products formulated with mild, gentle ingredients

SKIN TYPES

Oriflame’s skin type testersTake one test strip at a time onto your foreheador cheek and hold for 15 seconds.Compare the changes on the strip to the chart in the flyer.It is recommended to cleanse the skin one hour before the test, without applying moisturiser.In case there is make-up on the skin, it is recommended that you clean the small area where the tester will be placed 5 minutes before the test.

SKIN TYPES