Ever wonder why that “miracle” cream your friend raves about does nothing for you—or worse, leaves your skin irritated? Here’s the secret: skincare isn’t universal. Understanding your skin type and it’s unique needs is important to determine which of our products will… Let’s figure out your type and find your perfect fit.
Your skin type determines what works best, and at Oribi Organics, we’ve designed three tailored ranges to match your skin’s unique needs:
- Dry | Sensitive (and Mature)
- Normal | Combination
- Oily | Acne-Prone
What’s My Skin Type?
Not sure where you fall? Here’s a quick guide:
- Dry | Sensitive (and Mature) Skin
- Signs: Dry skin is often characterised by a tight, flaky, dull or rough texture, and in some cases, itchiness, while sensitive (and mature) skin often may show redness, burning, dryness, and signs of aging like fine lines and loss of elasticity. These skin types usually show visible lines and dehydration.
- What It Needs: Hydrating, calming and nourishing ingredients to repair the skin barrier, and replenish moisture, improve skin elasticity and firmness. Gentle exfoliation once a week.
- Recommended Products: Our Dry | Sensitive BASICS collection consists of an Oil Pre-Cleanser, Hydrating Cleanser, Hydrating Tonic, and Rich Moisturiser, or our STARTER Collection which also includes nourishing SuperBoost Serum.
- To exfoliate; our Renew Exfoliate Mask, for extra hydration; our Timeless Hydration serum and Anti-Aging Eye Serum to care for the delicate eye area.
- Normal | Combination Skin
- Signs: Balanced overall (normal) or oily in the T-zone with drier cheeks (combination).
- What It Needs: Mild cleansers and lightweight moisturisers that maintain hydration and nourish the skin without clogging pores. Gentle exfoliation once a week.
- Recommended Products: Our Normal | Combi BASICS collection consists of an Oil Pre-Cleanser, Hydrating Cleanser, Hydrating Tonic, and Daily Moisturiser, or our STARTER Collection which also includes SuperGlow Serum for targeted nourishment — perfect for keeping skin happy and healthy where you need it.
- To exfoliate; our Glow Exfoliate Mask, for added hydration; our Timeless Hydration serum and Anti-Aging Eye Serum to care for the delicate eye area.
- Oily | Acne-Prone Skin
- Signs: Shine, enlarged pores, or frequent breakouts.
- What It Needs: Oil control to help regulate sebum production without stripping natural oils. Lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturisers to reduce redness and maintain skin hydration. Gentle antibacterial ingredients to reduce acne and breakouts. Lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturisers to maintain skin hydration.
- Recommended Products: Our Oily | Acne-prone BASICS collection consists of an Oil Pre-Cleanser, Hydrating Cleanser, Hydrating Tonic, and Mattifying Moisturiser with vitamin C, or our STARTER Collection which also includes SuperClear Serum for antibacterial nourishment formulated to help soothe, nourish and protect your skin from irritation and breakouts.
- To exfoliate; our Detox Exfoliate Mask, and Anti-Aging Eye Serum to care for the delicate eye area.
How to Get Started
Our BASIC and STARTER collections make it easy for you to try a natural skincare routine with products suited to you . Plus, every product is packed with organic ingredients and free from nasties—no guesswork required. Once you know your type, build a simple routine:
- Cleanse to remove dirt and buildup.
- Apply Pre-biotic Tonic to hydrate, balance PH and support the skin’s microbiome.
- Moisturise to nourish and protect.
- Exfoliate weekly to remove dead skin cells for smoother, fresher-looking skin
How to Layer Your Skincare Products
Our rule of thumb is to layer your Oribi Organics skincare products from lightest to heaviest, starting with water-based formulations like our Hydrating Prebiotic Tonics, Mattifying Moisturiser and Hydrating or lightweight serums, followed by thicker creams and oils to lock in the moisture, nourish and fortify the skin’s natural protective barrier.
Still unsure? Email us at info@oribiorganics.co.za for recommendations.
Ready to meet your skin’s match? Head to Skincare Products to browse our ranges and kickstart your natural skincare journey.
What’s your skin type? Share below and tell us which Oribi range you’re eyeing!
