# Shop by skin type and concern

> Source: https://thecastindex.com/beauty/skin — brand claims checked 2026-10-01

A product appears on a hub only where its own brand (product page, or an authorised UK retailer listing carrying the brand's copy) says it suits that skin type or names that concern. Each claim is quoted and linked. "All skin types" on its own does not qualify. Advice is sourced to the British Skin Foundation, the British Association of Dermatologists, the NHS and the American Academy of Dermatology. General information, not medical advice.

## Skin types

- [Oily skin](https://thecastindex.com/beauty/skin/oily-skin) — 12 products. Oily skin produces excess sebum and can look shiny by the end of the day, the British Skin Foundation explains. Dermatologists suggest a gentle foaming cleanser up to twice a day, lighter gel or lotion moisturisers, and products labelled oil-free and non-comedogenic. Below are products whose brands say they suit oily skin or target excess oil.
- [Dry skin](https://thecastindex.com/beauty/skin/dry-skin) — 16 products. Dry skin produces less sebum and can feel tight or flaky, the British Skin Foundation explains. Dermatologists suggest short, warm showers, a gentle fragrance-free cleanser and creams or ointments with ingredients such as ceramides, hyaluronic acid, glycerin or petrolatum. Below are products whose brands say they suit dry skin.
- [Combination skin](https://thecastindex.com/beauty/skin/combination-skin) — 9 products. Combination skin produces too much sebum in some areas, usually the forehead and nose, while other areas are normal or dry, the British Skin Foundation explains. Dermatologists suggest treating the zones differently: moisturise the dry spots, go lighter where you are oily. Below are products whose brands say they suit combination skin.
- [Sensitive skin](https://thecastindex.com/beauty/skin/sensitive-skin) — 21 products. People with sensitive skin may feel burning or itching after applying products and may develop a rash, the British Skin Foundation says. It suggests avoiding harsh products, choosing fragrance-free formulas and trying anything new on the forearm for a few days first. Below are products whose brands say they suit sensitive skin.
- [Acne-prone & blemish-prone skin](https://thecastindex.com/beauty/skin/acne-prone-skin) — 7 products. For acne-prone skin, the NHS suggests washing twice a day with a gentle cleanser, removing make-up at night and choosing non-comedogenic products, which will not clog pores. Cosmetics are not acne treatments: a pharmacist or GP can help if spots persist. Below are products whose brands say they suit acne-prone or blemish-prone skin.
- [Mature skin](https://thecastindex.com/beauty/skin/mature-skin) — 12 products. As we age, skin becomes drier and fine lines appear, the American Academy of Dermatology notes. It calls sunscreen and moisturiser the two most effective anti-ageing products, suggests a cream moisturiser from perimenopause or 50, and advises tackling one concern at a time. Below are products whose brands name mature skin or visible signs of ageing.

## Concerns

- [Dark spots & uneven tone](https://thecastindex.com/beauty/skin/dark-spots-uneven-tone) — 13 products. Sunscreen comes first: the American Academy of Dermatology says treating dark spots begins with daily broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher, ideally tinted with iron oxide. It lists azelaic acid, glycolic acid, retinoids and vitamin C as ingredients that can fade spots, usually over six to 12 months. Below are products whose brands target dark spots or uneven tone.
- [Pores & texture](https://thecastindex.com/beauty/skin/pores-and-texture) — 13 products. Pores look larger when they are clogged, when skin is oily and when sun damage reduces firmness, the American Academy of Dermatology explains. It suggests non-comedogenic products, cleansing twice a day with warm water, salicylic acid or retinol, gentle exfoliation and daily sunscreen. Below are products whose brands target the look of pores or texture.