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The Basic Skin Types And Their Causes There are four basic skin types that everyone should know about in order for treatment to be considered. Skin can be described as dry, greasy, normal (balanced) or combination. Other types include: dehydrated, sensitivity, congested, mature, blemished or infected. Dry Skin Dry skin has an uneven, matt texture. The cause of this is lack of sebum. Without this the surface cells of the skin isn't lubricated and moisture becomes lost in the upper layers; causing cells to curl up and flake. Lubrication of the surface cells keeps them compacted together. Thi...