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Skin Types, Decoded

The hows and whys of every type of skin.

How can you be oily and dry at once? What’s the science behind acne? How do you prevent dark spots? And is perfect skin genetic? YouBeauty goes below the surface.

We all know people with a certain type of radiance—the kind of smooth, shiny, healthy, glowing skin that could light up the darkest night. We all have that glow potential—we just don’t necessarily know how to give our skin the best care for our particular needs.

This glow we’re talking about isn’t just the result of good genes. It’s making the right choices to protect, heal and cleanse your skin.

If your complexion is clouded by oil and dead skin buildup, you can’t see the beauty underneath.

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Skin Types, Decoded

How our skin looks goes a long way in determining how we feel about ourselves. We don’t feel beautiful if we don’t look it. And if we feel beautiful inside, we reflect it in our skin. If you have smooth skin that radiates health, you feel and look younger.

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Get to the bottom of your specific skin type—learn the science behind it, plus find the best skincare tips to make the most out of your mug.

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