Skin Types Guide: How to Identify Your Skin Type and Which Treatment Suits You

Looking for a facial tailored exactly to your skin? Discover how to identify your skin type and which professional treatment at Gisele will give you the results you've been dreaming of.

Every skin is a world of its own. What works for your friend won't necessarily work for you. The secret to healthy, radiant skin is matching the treatment precisely to your skin type — and that is exactly what we do at Gisele.

For many years, Gisele has accompanied hundreds of women (and men!) through a personalized diagnosis and treatment process. In this guide we will explain exactly how to identify your skin type and which professional treatment suits each type.

How Do You Know What My Skin Type Is?

The most accurate answer comes from a professional diagnosis by a licensed cosmetician. But before you arrive, it's worth getting to know the five main categories:

The Five Main Facial Skin Types

1. Normal Skin

Balanced skin — neither too oily nor too dry. Small pores, a smooth texture and no tendency toward redness or flaking. If you have normal skin, you're already in a good place — but a classic facial will maintain the balance and prevent future concerns.

2. Dry Skin

A lack of lipids (fats) and moisture. The signs: flaking, a feeling of tightness, fine lines and a rough texture. Dry skin needs a treatment that provides deep moisture and restores the skin barrier.

3. Oily Skin

Overactive sebaceous glands. Signs: prominent pores, a persistent shine and a tendency toward pimples and comedones. Oily skin needs a deep, professional cleanse that regulates sebum production.

4. Combination Skin

The most common skin type. The T-zone (forehead, nose, chin) is oily, while the cheeks are dry or normal. The challenge: you need a treatment that balances both areas without over-drying or over-oiling.

5. Sensitive Skin

Reacts easily to products or environmental factors — redness, burning, itching. It can appear on top of any other skin type. It requires a particularly gentle and professional approach.

Which Treatment Suits Each Concern?

Beyond skin type, every woman has specific goals. Here is a quick guide to matching a treatment to the concern:

• Pimples and acne → acne treatment + hydro-peeling for a deep cleanse
• Pigmentation spots → a facial with microdermabrasion exfoliation
• Wrinkles and fine lines → a lifting facial or plasma treatment
• Loose, non-firm skin → facial electrodes treatment or HIFU
• Dark circles and puffiness around the eyes → dark-eye treatment with ultrasound
• Dull, lackluster skin → a luxurious caviar facial
• Advanced aging → mesotherapy combined with microneedling and ultrasound

Our Advanced Treatments

In addition to classic facials, Gisele offers a range of advanced technologies:

Hydro-Peeling — Deep Cleansing with Water Pressure

An advanced technology that uses controlled water pressure to remove dead cells, cleanse pores and renew the skin. The treatment suits all skin types and delivers immediate results with no downtime.

Microdermabrasion — Advanced Exfoliation

A micro-crystal exfoliation treatment with advanced IONTO technology. It treats wrinkles, scars, pigmentation and uneven texture. The result: smooth, fresh and radiant skin.

Plasma — Rejuvenation Without Surgery

Plapen Dual technology, combining Micro and Macro Plasma for lifting, firming and healing without surgery. Treats acne, scars, loose skin and wrinkles with impressive results.

HIFU — A Facelift Without Surgery

A targeted HIFU treatment for facial lifting, skin firming and body contouring. Natural results that improve over time — with no surgery and no downtime.

Dual Mesotherapy — Microneedling + Ultrasound

An advanced treatment combining two technologies: microneedling to create microscopic channels and LDM ultrasound to infuse active ingredients deep into the skin. Treats wrinkles, loose skin and uneven texture.

Want to know exactly which treatment suits you? Gisele offers a free consultation in which we diagnose your skin type, understand your goals and match the precise treatment.