For years we've learned to categorize ourselves: dry , combination , oily , sensitive . But reality is more dynamic. Your skin might feel tight in the morning and shiny in the afternoon, react to a long trip, or calm down after a good night's sleep. What changes isn't your identity, but its condition .

Thinking of your skin as a state helps you listen to its signals and adjust your daily routine. When you understand this, your rituals become less rigid and more mindful, gentle, and effective .

Your skin tells a story about your life. These are some of the most common causes of change:

• Climate and season: cold dries and sensitizes, heat increases sweat and sebum.
  
• Menstrual cycle: there are days of greater inflammation or outbreak; others, of dryness.
  
• Stress and sleep: raise cortisol, alter the skin barrier and luminosity.
  
• Routine and diet: sudden changes, alcohol or excess sugar take their toll.
  
• Drugs and hormones: can dry out, sensitize, or cause outbreaks.
  
• Pollution and screens: they cause oxidation and dull the tone.
  

It's not "your skin is..."; it's " today my skin is... ". And from there, you decide on the care.

Start with a minute in front of the mirror and a few simple questions. You don't need a long diagnosis; just be present .

• Do you feel tightness or itching? Lack of water or a compromised barrier → hydrate and soothe .
  
• Do you see diffuse shine and prominent pores? Excess sebum → gently purify .
  
• Do you notice redness or heat? It reduces inflammation and repairs the barrier.
  
• Does it have a dull tone or a rough texture? Brighten and renew with gentle active ingredients.
  
• Is there a localized outbreak? Purify without being aggressive ; prioritize simple formulas.
  

Sensory tip: Take a deep breath before applying. Your body will calm down, and so will your skin.