How to Determine Your True Skin Type

It is really hard for people to determine their true skin type, since skin care products can make your skin behave differently than it wants to – and not always in a good way. My skin care line is based on my nine skin types so here are my expert tips to help you determine what your skin type really is.

First, in order to determine your skin type, you need to first eliminate using products on your skin that do the following, so you can truly see and understand your skin’s characteristics:

If a product…

stings and burns…it’s not a fit for your skin and can make you think your skin is a sensitive skin type when maybe the product is an irritating one. The exception is using an acid serum where it specifically indicates that a stinging sensation is to be expected. SD Alcohol 40 (commonly used in toners and astringents) and synthetic fragrance added to skin care products are common causes of skin sensitivity. The Renée Rouleau products do not use these ingredients.

Read: When is it Okay for My Skin Care Products to Tingle?

leaves a greasy residue…it’s not a fit for your skin and now you might think you’re an oily skin type when a moisturizer is actually too rich and greasy for you. Your skin can only absorb so much and the rest sits on top leading to suffocated, clogged skin… Read more

How Do I Care For My Oily T-Zone?

For those who have combination skin – oily in the T-zone and normal or even dry on the cheeks, you can be left wondering the best way to care for your skin. What is a T-zone? Your T-zone is generally oily across the forehead, down the nose, and the chin – hence forming a T-shape. So here are my five tips for caring for your oily T-zone.

T-Zone Tip #1: Skip using a serum in the T-zone.

Because the T-zone produces oil, during the summer months when oil is excessive, avoiding using a serum (even if it’s oil-free) will keep that area feeling fresher and more lightweight. But in the winter time, when the T-zone requires more hydration due to the dry air, be sure to choose a water-based, oil-free serum like Skin Drink, and use under moisturizer. Read: What is a Serum and Do I Really Need One?

T-Zone Tip #2: Use a lighter-weight moisturizer in the T-zone at night.

For most of your skin care products, you can use the same product all over your face, assuming it is made for your combination skin type. The one exception is moisturizer. Since more hydration is needed on the cheeks, it is best to apply a more-hydrating moisturizer in those areas and use a lighter, oil-free moisturizer in the T-zone. The result is each area of the face getting the perfect amount of hydration. See the collection of Renée Rouleau moisturizers… Read more

Do You Have Dry, Dull, Aging Skin?

As most of you may know, I created a skin care line based on nine different skin types rather than the standard—dry, normal and oily. I’ve never understood how can skin care companies say their line is “suitable for all skin types” when all skins have different needs. If you’re truly looking for results, it’s imperative that you use products exclusively formulated for the unique needs of your skin and it all begins with my nine skin types.

Today, I’m featuring our skin type #7.

Do you have?

-Dry skin year round

-Loss of tone and elasticity

-Skin that looks tired, in need of a glow

-Hyperpigmentation and discoloration (brown spots)

-Large pores more so in t-zone

-Blackheads within the pores

-Concerns about anti-aging and wanting to keep your skin smooth and healthy… Read more

My Cure for Red, Sensitive, Extremely Dry, Flaky Skin

Even though I am busy running a growing skin care company, I still like to keep my hands in skin care, so I take clients once a week in my downtown Dallas skin care spa. I really enjoy my Wednesdays, as it keeps me connected with clients and their concerns and allows me to visibly see the great results that our professional facial treatments and home care skin care products can deliver. Plus, I love the one-on-one time connection – after all, that’s why I got into this business in the first place.

Read: Why I Love Being an Esthetician

So when my client, Tracey Schwartz first came to me complaining of dry, extremely sensitive skin, I ran through my list of questions. I share this because I know many of you will be able to relate. (Note: conditions such as excema will also have success with this program as excema is a condition related to a weakened barrier within the skin.)

During my consultation with Tracey, she expressed the following concerns… Read more

Celebrity Esthetician, Renée Rouleau Talks Skin with Actress Sofia Vergara!

What a pleasure it was when I recently got to meet with actress Sofia Vergara from ABC’s hit show, “Modern Family.” She’s a lovely woman – and one with gorgeous skin!

In consulting with her about her skin care, at age 39, Sofia is a skin type #6 – Normal/Anti-Aging. (Which skin type are you? See our nine skin types.)

My skin care line is unique in that it is based on nine different skin types rather than the standard dry, normal and oily. I’ve never understood how skin care companies can say their line is “suitable for all skin types” when all skins have different needs.

As a skin type #6, I observed the following with her skin.

-Produces oil in the summer, mostly in T-zone

-Skin can feel tight or dry during the winter… Read more

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