Asian skin is mostly described as.....

Compared to other skin types, Asian skin is mostly described as smooth, contains fewer pores, and has yellow undertones. However, Asian skin is more prone to irritation. Products used and suitable on Caucasian skin like preservatives, fragrances and alcohol can actually cause irritation when used on Asian skin.

Another thing to know about Asian skin is that it has larger pores than Caucasian skin. Because of that, Asian skin has a greater need for daily exfoliation in order to minimize the appearance of pores, and to even out skin tone and texture. Also, since Asian skin has larger pores, it is more prone to acne. Particles that make up certain cosmetic grade oils and Esters are not suitable for this kind of skin since they are easily trapped in pores. These particles cause a blockage of cellular debris which leads to acne.

Dark spots appear earlier than wrinkles and loss of firmness on Asian skin, thus pre-mature aging is less common. That’s the reason why Asians are more concerned about skin lightening than they are about age spot treatment, which Caucasians are more concerned about. Skin color becomes darker with age—a function of both melanin content and hemoglobin level on the skin. The Japanese have the lightest skin tone, while the Indians have the darkest. Filipino skin is somewhere in between.

Foundation base

The essential issue for Asian skins is finding a base that is predominantly yellow, since Asian skin has yellow undertones. But not all Asians need yellow-based foundation since Asian skin has the widest pigment range. Generally speaking, however, most Asians look more natural in yellow-based foundation, as do women of all races. For women to get that flawless, natural look, they must wear a foundation with a yellow base. Wearing pink or orange often makes them appear looking ashy and two-toned.

The right shade of foundation often times look darker in its bottle than its true color when applied on skin. Getting that right shade for your skin involves a lot of trial and error.

Oiliness

Asians in general are not oilier than non-Asians. However, according to dermatologists, Asian American women tend to have oilier skin than recent Asian immigrants. Doctors blame it on higher fat content in their diet. It is common known that diet does not directly affect skin condition, unless when it is poor enough to affect one’s overall health. Unexpected pimples may be symptoms of stress, hormonal imbalance, or internal health problems.