How It Works – Build a Skin Care Regimen
Change the Way You Shop for Skin Care!
At Skin Type Solutions (STS), we are dedicated to guiding you in creating the perfect skin care regimen that transforms the appearance and health of your skin. Our goal is to help you achieve long-lasting results with scientifically-backed routines tailored to your unique skin needs.
We believe in personalized skincare, backed by years of expertise and research, to ensure you make the right decisions for your skin type.
Whether you’re struggling with dryness, acne, aging, or sensitivity, our solutions are here to support you.
How Dermatologists Prescribe Skin Care Regimens
Our team of dermatologists views it as their duty to serve as a smart, honest, and unbiased source of skin care product recommendations, alongside comprehensive advice on the best daily routines for your specific skin type.
Unlike many other companies, we don’t sell products for profit; we aim to help you make informed choices that benefit your skin health, whether or not you choose to purchase from us.
At STS, our dermatologists utilize a unique, scientifically supported system to analyze your skin’s needs. We provide recommendations based on the best available research and expert opinions.
As medical professionals, we believe in empowering our patients by offering evidence-based, custom advice to improve their skin health, from daily care to long-term solutions.
What We Offer You:
Your Baumann Skin Type Diagnosis: This unique skin typing system is the cornerstone of our personalized recommendations, ensuring we address your skin’s specific needs.
Unbiased Dermatologist Advice: Our expert dermatologists provide insights that help you make the best choices for your skin without any brand bias.
Brand-Agnostic Routines: We combine products from a variety of trusted brands to create the most effective skin care routines.
Skin Care Product Reviews by Dermatologists: Read in-depth reviews of products from the perspective of professionals who understand the science behind them.
Dermatologist-Recommended Product Suggestions: Get access to products that have been proven to work well for your skin type.
Customized Skin Care Routine: Receive a personalized skin care plan based on your Baumann Skin Type, providing clear, step-by-step instructions for maximum results.
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Skin Care Experts Care About Your Skin Health
We are committed to finding the best solutions for your skin, which means we never settle for just any product.
Our dermatologists are continuously researching and testing the latest products to ensure that every recommendation is based on the most recent scientific advancements in skincare.
With STS, you are not just getting a product line – you’re getting a comprehensive, data-backed system designed by experts who are genuinely passionate about your skin’s well-being.
We are a team of researchers, doctors, and educators who dedicate ourselves to giving you the best advice possible, helping you achieve your healthiest and most radiant skin ever.
Make Informed Decisions When Building Your Skin Care Regimen
How Skin Type Solutions Works:
1. Answer the Skin Type Quiz: Diagnose your unique skin type through our scientifically validated quiz.
2. Learn About Your Baumann Skin Type: Understand the four main barriers to skin health and how they affect your skin.
3. Receive Your Customized Routine: Our advanced technology generates a personalized skin care routine just for you.
4. Personalize Your Regimen: Choose products from a range of brands and price points that best fit your lifestyle and budget.
5. Use the Recommended Products: Begin your skincare journey using the products recommended by our dermatologists.
6. See Improvement: Your skin will benefit from improved hydration, barrier health, and overall radiance.
7. Earn Points: Get rewarded for purchasing products that support your skin’s health.
8. Renew Monthly: Renew your skin care regimen every month for continued results and optimal skin health.
9. Retake the Quiz: Revisit your quiz every 3 months, as skin can change due to seasonal factors or other variables.
10. Find an Approved Provider: We connect you with trained medical providers who can offer personalized skin treatments.
11. Stay Connected: Follow us on social media for updates, tips, and the latest in skin care science.
12. Explore Our Skin Care Library: Browse dermatologist-written articles and educational content in our comprehensive library.
13. Become an Ambassador: Share your skin care journey with friends and earn money while helping others achieve better skin.
How Dermatologists Prescribe Skin Care Regimens
The Skin Typing System Used by Dermatologists
At STS, we rely on the cutting-edge Baumann Skin Typing System, the only skin typing system documented in medical textbooks and used by professionals worldwide.
This system, regarded as the gold standard in dermatology, helps identify the four essential barriers to skin health.
By analyzing your skin’s specific barriers, we offer targeted solutions that help address underlying issues like dehydration, inflammation, and sensitivity.
Our years of research, paired with expert insights, allow us to offer you a clear understanding of your skin’s needs and guide you towards radiant, healthy skin.
What Are the 16 Skin Types?
Our extensive research has led to the identification of 16 Baumann Skin Types, including four subtypes of sensitive skin.
By recognizing these skin types, we can provide highly effective and tailored advice based on your unique skin characteristics.
Understanding your skin type is crucial because it directly influences the products and routines that will be most effective for you.
Whether your skin is oily, dry, or somewhere in between, our dermatologists know exactly what will help to restore balance and improve your skin health.
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Our Scientifically Validated Skin Type Quiz
The STS skin type quiz is scientifically proven and widely used by dermatologists across the globe to assess skin types accurately.
Unlike other quizzes that may offer generalized or misleading information, our quiz has been validated to provide the most reliable results.
This short, 3-5 minute quiz will save you time and money by helping you avoid the common mistake of purchasing products that aren’t suited for your skin.
Based on your answers, our proprietary system will recommend a customized skin care routine designed to address your specific needs.
Personalized and Dermatologist-Approved Skin Care Routines
Our commitment to personalized care means we’ve developed more than 40,000 unique skin care routines, each of which is scientifically proven to work for one of the 16 Baumann Skin Types.
These routines have been tested extensively by dermatologists over the last decade and are continuously updated to incorporate the latest skin care technologies.
Each skin care routine is designed to target the four main barriers to skin health and is updated whenever new ingredients, formulations, or technologies emerge in the skincare industry.
How We Choose Skin Care Products for Each Routine
Honesty, integrity, and transparency are the foundation of our business. We work tirelessly to maintain the trust of our physician partners and their patients.
We only include products in our system that have been rigorously tested and demonstrated to have the highest efficacy.
Our goal is to ensure that every product used in your regimen will support your skin’s health, without causing harm or worsening existing concerns.
We currently work with 60+ medical-grade brands, constantly researching the best products available to ensure your regimen is as effective as possible.
How Skin Type Solutions Chooses Brands
We take great care to ensure that all skin care products included in the STS system meet specific criteria, including:
Proven Ingredients: Products that target the four barriers to skin health.
No Harmful Additives: Absence of ingredients that could worsen skin health.
Efficacy: Products that have shown positive results in clinical tests.
Ethical Manufacturing: Cruelty-free, environmentally conscious practices.
Compliance: Products from brands that follow federal regulations and maintain clean manufacturing facilities.
Sustainable Packaging: We prioritize brands that are committed to reducing their environmental impact.
How Do We Decide Which Skin Care Products to Recommend?
Our expert team is constantly on the lookout for the best skin care products available.
We update our recommendations regularly as new products and technologies emerge.
Our decision-making process is based on the following criteria:
Efficacy: Products proven to deliver results.
Compatibility: How well products layer with each other in a routine.
Patient Reviews: Positive feedback from users who have tested the products.
Side Effects: We prioritize products with fewer potential side effects.
Affordability: We offer a range of price points to make effective skin care accessible to everyone.
Transparency: We only work with brands that provide honest, accurate information about their products.
Do I Still Need a Dermatologist if I Begin This Skincare Routine?
While our advice and products are backed by dermatologist expertise, they do not replace professional consultations.
We recommend that you begin your personalized skin care regimen for at least four weeks to assess its effectiveness.
For best results, continue updating your regimen every three months by retaking the quiz to ensure your routine stays in sync with your evolving skin needs.
For additional guidance, you can also consult one of our STS-approved medical providers who have been trained to use our system effectively.
Our Educational Content
Dr. Baumann, author of three dermatology textbooks and the NY Times Bestselling book The Skin Type Solution, is passionate about educating people on skin care science.
We provide a rich library of resources, including blogs, articles, and instructional videos, to keep you informed about the latest in skin care.
Join our community and discover the science behind the products we recommend, or simply reach out to us with any questions!