English Version | Match made in heaven

05 Dec 2023
By Mariana Silva

Love & Hope Issue

In both love and beauty, opposites attract. Oiliness is rarely fought with oils. Dehydration cannot be defeated with products that enhance dryness. The best duo, both in love and in beauty, is the one that includes qualities that complement each other, that oppose each other, but that help each other. To find the perfect beauty match, start with your skin type.

For combination skin

We don't call them "normal", because all skins are normal. Those who identify with a combination skin type may have medium levels of hydration levels or suffer from dryness and oiliness in different areas of the face. Depending on the case, it's important to choose products that treat - or at least do not aggravate - each of the different needs. Consider yourself a kind of skincare multitasker.

For acne-prone skin

Suffering from acne is not limited to one age or skin type. This condition can be caused by pollution, stress, and even everyday habits such as diet. But just as there are many causes, there are also many ways to combat acne, using the right beauty products. Whether for local application or general treatment, there are solutions for all cases.

For sensitive skin

Caring for sensitive skin can be summed up in one expression: less is more. We're talking about formulas with fewer ingredients. Routines with fewer steps and products. In short, fewer complications. Although it's a skin type traditionally overlooked by the beauty industry, there are more and more options on the market dedicated to treating sensitive skin - and these are the ones to turn to.

For dry skin

When the problem is a lack of hydration, love tends to come in the form of textures. Rich, nourishing, silky textures that envelop the skin in a veil of comfort never experienced before. Creams, in their various formulas and active ingredients, will be the most immediate response. However, anyone who wants to combat skin dehydration at its root can (and should) go further in their skincare routine.

For oily skin

Let’s start by dismantling one or two myths. Excessive oil on the face does not mean that hydration is under control. Often, it is precisely the lack of hydration that stimulates the production of sebum in the skin. That's why it's important to "dry" it without dehydrating, through deep cleansing followed by the application of aqueous and moisturizing formulas.

*Originally translated from the Love & Hope Issue, published December 2023. Full credits and stories in the print issue.