The BABOR skin care systems are based on the two key skin characteristics:
Skin Type and Skin Condition.
Babor Skin Care System definition of skin types:
Every skin type reacts differently to external stimuli. A personal
skin analysis by your BABOR esthetician determines, for example, whether your
skin is dry or stressed, oily or in need of regeneration. Use the color code
to match with Babor Skin Care System Chart.
Dry skin does not feel relaxed.
It may lack natural oils, natural moisture or both. It flakes more easily,
and environmental influences make it dull and lifeless. Early signs are tired
complexion and the formation of fine lines and wrinkles, particularly around
the eyes. (See
Babor System Chart for product usage)
Oily and combination skin
longs to feel balanced. With combination skin, oily and very dry areas of
skin exist side-by-side. The T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin) is prone to
shine, enlarged pores and minor blemishes. In the case of oily skin, blemishes
may even occur on the cheeks. (See
Babor System Chart for product usage)
Sensitive skin needs calming
and protecting. It reacts sensitively to environmental influences such as
the sun, cold and wind, and is prone to redness and irritated patches. Sensitive
skin is often thinner than normal and thread veins are not uncommon. Your
skin care products should be specially tested, and fragrance and colorant-free.
(See Babor System
Chart for product usage)
Stressed skin in need of
regeneration longs to be revitalized. Excessive exposure to the sun or emotional
stress can leave it looking dull and lifeless. Stressed skin needs intensive
care to supply enriched ingredients to help to revive it. (See
Babor System Chart for product usage)
Mature skin needs enriched
vital energy. If lack of sleep, stress and advancing years have left their
first traces. It also wants to be thoroughly pampered. This skin type requires
active ingredients with a deep action to restore its youthful radiance. (See
Babor System Chart for product usage)
Blemished skin longs to
breathe freely. Increased sebum production promotes shine, irritations and
breakouts. Antibacterial care is important for a fresh, clean appearance,
to reduce sebum production and refine the pores. (See
Babor System Chart for product usage)