Matching up your skin type.

I don't believe that one skin system can work perfectly for all skin types. Skin is very fickle, and picky, and varies greatly person to person. The needs are different and dymanic, and as the (arguably) most important organ of your body, it's only natural to take care of it and keep it looking it's best. Even if you know you need cleansing, moisturizing, and replenishment, where to start is sometimes a daunting task. We'll help make it as easy as referring to this post.

Aiken's line of skin care has a wide variety of products, interchangable as well, making the customization of your beauty routine a personal thing. The downside to choices, though, is sometimes there's an uncertainty of which product does the job you want it to do. We put together a chart and recommendation list to refer to.

Feel free to comment, e-mail, or call to ask what recommendations we can make for your skin type and condition. We get requests in for recommendations all the time, but this list is our handiest tool and we're going to publish it here for your viewing and referring pleasure.

Keep in mind www.aikenskincare.us is the place to get all of the below mentioned products.

Basic Skin Types

Here is the basic list of skin types and the regimes attached to them. We recommend and encourage Solar Defender SPF 28 sunscreen as a finishing touch to any beauty routine.

Acne Prone:

Skin showing white heads, black heads, sensitivity and irritation triggered by acne

Solution: Pore-Clearing cleanser, Pore-Purifying toner, Rescue gel blended with Instant calm Ultra complex, Shine-free solution (day moisturizer), Oil-free Hydrating fluid (night moisturizer), AHA/Vitamin C Eye Cremegel.

Exfoliant and Masque: Gentle Enzyme Peeling Creme, and Zinc and Sulphur Masque.

Oily:

Shiny, oil-prone skin, or mild oil-triggered acne

Solution: Pore-Clearing cleanser, Oil Neutralizing Astringent, Shine-Free Solution blended with Rescue Gel, Oil-free Hydrating Fluid (day&night moisturizer), AHA/Vitamin C Eye Cremegel.

Exfoliant and Masque: Foaming Facial Refiner, and Zinc and Sulphur Masque.

Combination:

Shiny, oily skin (especially in T-zone) and dry skin elsewhere

Solution: Pure & Simple Cleansing Lotion, Activating Liposome Complex, Moisture Replenishing Creme (day&night moisturizer), AHA/Vitamin C Eye Cremegel.

Exfoliant and Masque: The Ultimate Scrub, and Vitaplus Masque. We also recommend Soothing Mist.

Normal:

Skin that is not badly inbalanced, but needs to be maintained and nourished

Solution: Pathenol Cleanser, Activating Liposome Complex, Oil-Free Hydrating Fluid (day moisturizer), Hydrating Vitamin Creme (night moisturizer), AHA/Vitamin C Eye Cremegel.

Exfoliant and Masque: Foaming Facial Refiner, Vitaplus Masque

Slightly Dry:

Skin prone to feeling dry, tight, with occasional flaking

Solution: Pathenol Cleanser, Visibly Moist toner, Moisture Boost Hydragel blended with Nutriment Blue Oil, Moisture Perfecting Creme (day moisture), Continuous Moisture Creme (night solution), AHA/Vitamin C Eye Cremegel.

Exfoliant and Masque: The Ultimate Scrub, and Moisture Infusion Creme Masque. Avocado Q10 Hand & Body Lotion is also recommended.

Extremely Dry:

Skin that flakes, shows irritation, over-produces oil to try and compensate for lack of moisture

Solution: Moisture Protecting Cleansing Lotion, Visibly Moist toner, Moisture Boost Hydragel mixed with Nutriment Blue Oil, Continuous Moisture Creme (day&Night moisturizer), AHA/Vitamin C Eye Cremegel.

Exfoliant and Masque: The Ultimate Scrub, Moisture Infusion Creme Masque. Avocado Q10 Hand & Body Lotion is also recommended.

Keep in mind these product lines are suggestions based on the average skin type. The only way to tell what works best for you is trying and finding what is best.

We'll keep updating, talking about sensitive skin suggestions, special line ups designed for men, make-up, and more, as well as other solutions for skin problems.

I'm still working on creating a post that explains Powerplexes and their variety of uses and how using these small, powerful doses compliments your skin.

We're also working on posts dedicated to further detailing and showcasing different products so more information is out there to use.

Also, keep an eye out for freebie postings for the site.