How to figure out our skin pH? Here is a test

In the previous article “Ideal pH and your skin (Click here to read) ”  we talked about what is pH and why having a balanced pH helps our skin.

Today we will do a test to find out what our skin pH is.

1. How does your skin feel after washing or cleaning?

a) Smooth/soft/happy

b) Tight/dry/itchy/not happy

c) Little bit oily. It doesn’t feel clean.

1. What is your routine for moisturizing your face?

a) Twice a day: Morning and at night

b) Once a day is more than enough

c) Never. Who needs a moisturizer?

1. Does your skin develop a sensitivity to the skin care or makeup products after regular use?

a) No.

b) Sometimes

c) Yes. My skin reacts to everything.

1. How often does your skin become dry, rough and flaky?

a) None

b) Once in a while

c) All the time

1. Do you think your skin has more wrinkles and look more dull in the morning?

a) No

b) Yes

c) Sometimes

1. Do you have very oily skin and do you breakout easily compared to before?

a) No

b) Sometimes

c) Yes

1. How often does your skin looks red and become irritated?

a) Never

b) Only after product application.

c) Yes

1. Does your skin have a plump, dewy and moisturized appearance?

a) Yes

b) No

c) It is oily not moist.

Answers

You answered mostly A’s so your skin pH is:

As it is supposed to be! Your skin pH is at its ideal state defending you against environment and wrinkles. This is no coincidence though. Keep on using the right products for your skin type. For a healthy skin continue to moisturize, cleanse, tone and exfoliate your skin.

You answered mostly B’s so your skin pH is:

Oh, pH is too high meaning alkaline. In this case, your dry skin and increase in wrinkle formation could mean that your skin’s acid mantle is disrupted. With the imbalance of acid mantle, your skin is vulnerable to external factors like bacteria and strong sunlight (UV). Please double check your skin routine and products to see if you are cleansing , exfoliating and moisturizing right. Take care of these and you will have your glow back.

You answered mostly C’s so your skin pH is:

Too low/acidic.  Are you using lot of acidic peels or exfoliation? Your skin feels very oily with breakouts and your skin is sensitive? It is possible you are doing too much acidic peels or exfoliation to your skin, which hurts skin’s acid mantle. It is a vicious cycle: if you try to cleanse or peel more, it gets more oily. This will only get worse if you continue doing this: meaning more grease more breakouts more sensitivity. Unhappy skin, unhappy you. What to do? Do everything in moderation (including peeling) and use suitable products for your complexion routinely.

If you have other skin problems or irritation, please see your dermatologist.

Dr.Ebru

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