Ask the expert: normal skin

From Sophia Hosier, L’Occitane Head of
Learning & Development 

What constitutes normal skin?

Normal skin type is wonderful to have but also quite rare, especially all over the face! If you have normal skin it feels comfortable and soft, with a good balance of moisture and oil. Your pores are barely visible and you have few to no imperfections or blemishes. 

What causes it?

Our skin type is determined by our DNA but can be influenced by intrinsic (process of ageing) and extrinsic (lifestyle) factors. With normal skin you have constant cell renewal, tightened pores, even skin tone and complexion. It’s the skin type jackpot! Most people with normal skin maintain healthy lifestyle habits such as drinking plenty of water, always wearing SPF when outdoors, maintaining a healthy diet etc. 

What’s the most important product to use?

With normal skin it’s all about maintenance – You’ll want to keep the skin in its happy well balanced state. Ensuring you are using a complete routine and ranges designed for normal skin is key to maintaining it. Our Pivoine Sublime Perfecting range is ideal for this. Our Pivoine Sublime Moisturiser (€42) is a must have for Normal skin as a hydrating moisturiser, it’s ideal for everyday use, thanks to the Peony Extract and Hyaluronic Acid, it helps blur out any imperfections, boost radiance and keep skin feeling comfortable and soft. To really help maintain and get the maximum benefits from your routine, we recommend pairing your moisturiser with our Immortelle Overnight Reset Oil-in-Serum (€60). This skin booster shows results after just one night and will make skin look more youthful and boost the benefits of any skincare products applied after due to its skin awakening trio of ingredients. The perfect treat to maintain your healthy skin.

What product formulations can be beneficial?

When looking for skincare it is important to look for formulations that are nourishing, hydrating and perfecting. All skin responds differently to active ingredients and when you have a normal skin type it’s all about finding formulations that are nourishing, hydrating and perfecting to help maintain your skin’s health. At L’Occitane we believe the best way to do that is by harnessing the benefits of natural ingredients. Our products are created with two things in mind, people and nature. In addition to continually improving our formulas to enhance efficacy, we also aim to limit our impact on the environment.

Are there products/ingredients that aren’t recommended for normal skin?

As normal skin is the ideal, avoid using any products or ingredients that are meant for oily skin types. Those products tend to have purifying ingredients that help regulate excess sebum which on a normal skin type might throw off the oil to water balance. With any skin type it’s key to continuously observe and adapt your skincare routine in response to what you skin is telling you it needs (e.g. flaky skin, needs moisture and nourishment).