Is Your Skin pH Balanced?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  It's been a long day, and you give your face a thorough wash before bed — how does it feel after?  

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  • A.
    Dry and tight
  • B.
    Oily and greasy
  • C.
    Oily in my T-zone but dry on my cheeks and around my jawline
  • D.
    Soft and smooth
  • E.
    Irritated, inflamed, and itchy
• 2.
  How many times a day do you need to moisturize?  

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  • A.
    I try twice a day. Not too much or too little.
  • B.
    Just once. I feel moisturized enough!
  • C.
    As much as I can. My skin is like the desert.
• 3.
  When I use makeup products, my skin feels: 

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  • A.
    Normal
  • B.
    Itchy and irritated
  • C.
    I don't use makeup products
• 4.
  My skin feels dry and flakey: 

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  • A.
    Most days
  • B.
    Seasonally
  • C.
    Never
• 5.
  My skin feels oily:

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  • A.
    Most days
  • B.
    Seasonally
  • C.
    Never
• 6.
  In the morning my skin appears dull:

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  • A.
    Most days
  • B.
    Seasonally
  • C.
    Never
• 7.
  My skin is prone to acne and breakouts:

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  • A.
    Most days
  • B.
    Seasonally
  • C.
    Never
• 8.
  My pores appear enlarged:

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  • A.
    Most days
  • B.
    Seasonally
  • C.
    Never
• 9.
  My skin feels plump and dewy.

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  • A.
    Most days
  • B.
    My skin feels plump, but more greasy than dewy
  • C.
    Never
• 10.
  I change my skincare often.

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  • A.
    Yes, I have a hard time finding a regimen that works for my skin
  • B.
    No, I stick with a reliable skincare regimen
  • C.
    I do not have a skincare regimen

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  You have Dry Skin and the pH is a bit too basic

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  You wash your face and expect to feel fresh and clean, but instead it feels irritated and tight. And during the dryer months like winter and fall, your skin is extra flaky and can peel easily.Dry skin struggles to retain natural moisture needed as a protective shield against external influences. Because of this, your skin may feel rough and look on the duller side. You may not be prone to acne, but the dehydrated feeling might seem just as difficult to manage.You want to restore your acid mantle and get your skin’s pH to the sweet spot of 5.5-6.5. Re-evaluate your skincare to ensure you are not using any harsh ingredients. Cleanse your face with a mild wash and use a toner to help balance your skin’s pH. Also, remember to keep your skin moisturized throughout the day.
• 2.
  You have Oily Skin and the pH is a bit too acidic.

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  Even after washing your face, you notice your skin is still shiny. No matter how much you blot and powder, your skin looks like a bright pearl gleaming in the sea.This can cause breakouts, especially in the T zone. Even your pores look huge to you in certain light! You may also struggle to keep makeup on. After a long day, your makeup might start just sliding off your skin. An upside? Extra moisture can help protect your skin from other external factors.You want to restore your acid mantle and get your skin’s pH to the sweet spot of 5.5-6.5. Re-evaluate your skincare to ensure you are not overloading on acid. Clean your face with natural facial bars and use a toner to help balance your skin’s pH.
• 3.
  You have... Combination Skin. 

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  Guess what! You are perfectly normal. You have combination skin, which means your pH may be a bit too acidic in your T-zone, and a bit too basic around your cheeks and jaw line. Combination skin is the most common skin type out there, but knowing how to take care of your skin's particular needs in certain areas can seem daunting.You're probably oily around your T zone, which is where you’re most likely to break out. And the rest of your skin can feel tight and dry. By focusing on a specific routine to allow your skin to balance itself out, you can find a happy medium!You want to restore your acid mantle and get your skin’s pH to the sweet spot of 5.5-6.5. Cleanse your face with a mild wash and use a toner to help balance your skin’s pH.
• 4.
  You have Normal Skin

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  You have normal skin and your pH is perfectly balanced! Continue to use the skincare regimen that has been working so well to keep your skin happy and healthy.
• 5.
  You have Sensitive Skin and the pH is a bit too basic

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  You want to restore your acid mantle and get your skin’s pH to the sweet spot of 5.5-6.5. Re-evaluate your skincare to ensure you are not using any harsh ingredients. Cleanse your face with a mild wash and use a fragrance- free toner to help balance your skin’s pH.