Understanding your skin type is the foundation of any effective skincare routine. This is especially true for people living in Pakistan, where climate conditions vary dramatically from one city to another.

From the humid air of Karachi to the dry winter winds of Lahore, your environment plays a huge role in how your skin behaves. In this comprehensive guide, NK Botanica helps you identify your skin type and choose the right skincare strategy for it.

Why Climate Matters for Your Skin Type:

In Pakistan, weather conditions can drastically affect your skin. Hot summers, heavy monsoons, dry winters, and pollution levels vary across regions, causing your skin to react differently.

Common environmental triggers include:

Heat and UV exposure in southern cities like Karachi.Dry, cold winds in northern and central Punjab during winter.High humidity during monsoon season.Urban pollution and dust contributing to acne and dullness .

 Skin Types:

Normal Skin Key Characteristics:

Balanced oil and hydration levels . Few visible pores or blemishes . Skin feels comfortable after cleansing If you have normal skin, maintain it with lightweight moisturizers and gentle cleansers. Explore balanced skincare options at NK Botanica.

Oily Skin Key Characteristics:

Excess sebum, especially in the T-zone (forehead, nose, chin) . Enlarged pores and acne-prone areas . Skin becomes shiny within a few hours of cleansing In cities like Lahore, oily skin may feel greasier during humid summers and even produce oil in winter due to dehydration. Use a gel-based cleanser like CLARÉA Water Gel Cleanser.  

Dry Skin Key Characteristics: 

Flakiness and tightness after washing . Rough or scaly patches. Feels worse in winter or after hot showers Lahore winters can strip your skin of moisture, making it feel papery and itchy. Hydrate with our Vitamin K Glow Cream.  

Combination Skin Key Characteristics: 

Oily T-zone and dry or normal cheeks . Pores look larger in the centre of the face . Skin feels inconsistent in different seasons In cities like Lahore, your T-zone may get oilier in the summer and cheeks drier in winter. Use a gentle cleanser like CLARÉA and apply different products for different areas.   

 Sensitive Skin Key Characteristics:

Easily irritated by products, weather, or fabrics . Redness, itching, or burning sensation . Reactions to strong fragrances or alcohol-based products Stick to fragrance-free, sulfate-free, and steroid-free skincare.Our Claréa Glow Elixir Serum is ideal . 

How to Test Your Skin Type at Home Use this simple test:

Wash your face with a mild cleanser and pat dry. Wait for one hour without applying any products. Press tissue paper on your T-zone and cheeks. 

Interpret the results: 

 Oily tissue = oily skin .  Dry, tight feel = dry skin . Mix of both = combination skin . No change = normal skin .  Redness or irritation = sensitive skin  . 

NK Botanica Product Recommendations :

• CLARÉA Water Gel Cleanser – for oily/combination skin.

• Vitamin K Glow Cream – for dry skin.

• Clare Glow Elixir Serum – for sensitive skin. 

Conclusion : Understanding your skin type helps you build a routine that works, avoids unnecessary irritation, and targets your skin’s actual needs. Pakistan’s climate can be harsh, but with the right knowledge and products, you can glow through every season.

Visit NK Botanica for tailored, science-backed skincare.