Baumann Skin Type 1: DSPT™
DSPT™: Dry, Sensitive, Pigmented, and Tight
The DSPT™ Skin Type is Dry, Sensitive, Pigmented, and Tight, with three barriers to skin health: dehydration, inflammation, and pigmentation.
While dry, sensitive skin can require extra care, DSPT skin types can be on the road to healthier, happier skin with a skincare routine that includes the right moisturizers and skin-soothing ingredients.
What Are the Benefits of Having the DSPT Skin Type?
DSPT skin types are either under 30 or are older and have a long history of practicing good lifestyle habits like staying out of the sun and tanning beds and wearing daily sunscreen. This is what gives DSPT skin its “tight” characteristic, meaning that your skin is not prone to wrinkles.
Keep up these good sun protection habits, as well as managing stress, eating a healthy diet, and not smoking, to maintain your smooth, wrinkle-free skin.
If you’re looking for the perfect starter kit for the DSPT skin type, we made the bundles below just for you! Each of the four bundles is designed for a specific sensitivity, so make sure to choose the one that matches your concerns the most! There’s one for acne, one for redness, one for stinging, and one for allergic skin:
DSPT skin type
What Are the Cons of Having the DSPT Skin Type?
Dehydration
Like other dry skin types, DSPT skin has an impaired skin barrier. This allows moisture to escape from the skin into the atmosphere, and also allows irritants and allergens to easily reach your skin.
A barrier repair cream is the best way to repair an impaired skin barrier and restore healthy hydration and protection to your skin.
Inflammation
DSPT skin is also sensitive, or prone to inflammation. Inflammation is the root cause or contributor to a variety of skin problems, including acne, eczema, and rosacea. Because of this, DSPT skin types often struggle with acne breakouts, redness, and other inflammatory skin conditions.
Barrier repair creams with anti-inflammatory ingredients are the perfect moisturizer for Baumann Skin Type 1 Skin Types. Keep reading to see our favorites.
Uneven Pigmentation
Finally, DSPT skin types often struggle with uneven skin tone. Inflammation increases the risk of uneven skin tone caused by hyperpigmentation by activating cells called melanocytes to produce more of the pigment melanin. Thus, skin-soothing ingredients that calm inflammation can help to reduce pigmentation concerns.
Skin-brightening ingredients like vitamin C and kojic acid can be used to treat existing dark spots.
Some of the best types of skin lighteners are tyrosinase inhibitors, PAR-2 blockers, or exfoliate dark spots from the skin’s surface.
Eczema
DSPT skin types are more likely to get eczema- especially if they use heavily fragrances products, soap or harsh detergents.
ingredients for DSPT skin type
What Are the Best Skincare Ingredients for DSPT Skin?
The best skincare ingredients for DSPT skin types offer hydration, anti-inflammatory properties, and have skin-brightening effects. Add these ingredients to your skincare regimen:
Aloe vera
Argan oil
Borage seed oil
Ceramide
Cholesterol
Cucumber extract
Defensins
Dexpanthenol (pro-vitamin B5)
Feverfew
Glycerin
Hydroquinone
Licorice extract
Macadamia oil
Methyl dihydroxybenzoate
Myristoyl/Palmitoyl oxostearamide/arachamide mea
Niacinamide
Pycnogenol
Retinol
Stearic acid
Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate
bad ingredients for DSPT skin type
What Are the Worst Skincare Ingredients for DSPT Skin?
DSPT skin types should avoid ingredients that can dry the skin further or that can trigger inflammation and pigmentation. Ingredients to avoid include:
Alcohols
Anionic surfactants
Anything causing allergy
Benzoyl peroxide
Dimethyl dodecyl amido betaine
Hard water (increased calcium)
Isopropyl myristate
Lauryl sulphates
Mechanical exfoliation
Sodium dodecyl sulfate
Sodium laurel sulfate
What Types of Products Should DSPT Skin Types Use?
Best Cleansers for DSPT
DSPT skin types should use a moisturizing, non-foaming cleanser` to gently remove dirt, oil, and makeup without causing dryness or irritation. These are the best cleansers for DSPT Baumann Skin Types:
Consider using filtered water or cleansing water when rinsing your face if you are prone to redness and irritation. Studies show that very sensitive skin gets worse when cleansers are rinsed off with hard water like the water found in NYC. The Calcium and Magnesium in the water are irritating to sensitive skin types.
PCA Skin Daily Cleansing Oil
$46.00
Add to Cart
Medature Plantract Cleansing Gel
$15.00
Add to Cart
Replenix Green Tea Gentle Soothing Cleanser
$39.50
Add to Cart
Revision Skincare Gentle Cleansing Lotion
$50.00
Add to Cart
CeraVe Hydrating Cream to Foam Cleanser for Normal to Dry Skin
$5.49
Out of Stock
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser for Normal to Dry Skin
$5.49
Out of Stock
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermo Milky Cleanser
$25.99
Add to Cart
Murad Renewing Cleansing Cream
$45.00
Add to Cart
Neocutis NEO CLEANSE Gentle Skin Cleanser
$40.00
Add to Cart
Obagi-C FX System C-Cleansing Gel
$49.00
Add to Cart
PCA Skin Daily Cleansing Oil
$46.00
Add to Cart
Medature Plantract Cleansing Gel
$15.00
Add to Cart
Replenix Green Tea Gentle Soothing Cleanser
$39.50
Add to Cart
Revision Skincare Gentle Cleansing Lotion
$50.00
Add to Cart
CeraVe Hydrating Cream to Foam Cleanser for Normal to Dry Skin
$5.49
Out of Stock
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser for Normal to Dry Skin
$5.49
Out of Stock
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermo Milky Cleanser
$25.99
Add to Cart
Murad Renewing Cleansing Cream
$45.00
Add to Cart
Neocutis NEO CLEANSE Gentle Skin Cleanser
$40.00
Add to Cart
Obagi-C FX System C-Cleansing Gel
$49.00
Add to Cart
PCA Skin Daily Cleansing Oil
$46.00
Add to Cart
Medature Plantract Cleansing Gel
$15.00
Add to Cart
Replenix Green Tea Gentle Soothing Cleanser
$39.50
Add to Cart
Revision Skincare Gentle Cleansing Lotion
$50.00
Add to Cart
CeraVe Hydrating Cream to Foam Cleanser for Normal to Dry Skin
$5.49
Out of Stock
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser for Normal to Dry Skin
$5.49
Out of Stock
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermo Milky Cleanser
$25.99
Add to Cart
Murad Renewing Cleansing Cream
$45.00
Add to Cart
Neocutis NEO CLEANSE Gentle Skin Cleanser
$40.00
Add to Cart
Obagi-C FX System C-Cleansing Gel
$49.00
Add to Cart
Best Moisturizers for DSPT
A barrier repair moisturizer is important to repair the damaged skin barrier and rehydrate your skin.
Look for soothing barrier repair moisturizers that contain anti-inflammatory ingredients like argan oil, niacinamide, and feverfew to help calm inflammation and better manage acne, eczema, and other skin conditions. Antioxidant ingredients like vitamin C, resveratrol, and polyphenols offer protection from damage caused by free radicals, making these ingredients good choices for DSPT skin.
These are our favorite moisturizers for your skin type:
Zerafite Soothing and Calming Moisturizer
$9.99
Add to Cart
Derma Made Ceramide Barrier Cream
$35.00
Add to Cart
Medature Barrier balancing Gel Moisturizer
$48.00
Add to Cart
Vichy Pureté Thermale Toner
$18.00
Out of Stock
Biopelle Tensage Soothing Cream Moisturizer
$77.56
Add to Cart
EltaMD Barrier Renewal Complex
$62.00
Add to Cart
PCA Skin ReBalance
$61.00
Add to Cart
VMV HYPOALLERGENICS Red Better Daily Calming Moisturizer
$44.00
Add to Cart
Alastin Ultra Nourishing Moisturizer
$88.00
Add to Cart
Zerafite Barrier Repair Moisturizer
$50.00
Add to Cart
Zerafite Soothing and Calming Moisturizer
$9.99
Add to Cart
Derma Made Ceramide Barrier Cream
$35.00
Add to Cart
Medature Barrier balancing Gel Moisturizer
$48.00
Add to Cart
Vichy Pureté Thermale Toner
$18.00
Out of Stock
Biopelle Tensage Soothing Cream Moisturizer
$77.56
Add to Cart
EltaMD Barrier Renewal Complex
$62.00
Add to Cart
PCA Skin ReBalance
$61.00
Add to Cart
VMV HYPOALLERGENICS Red Better Daily Calming Moisturizer
$44.00
Add to Cart
Alastin Ultra Nourishing Moisturizer
$88.00
Add to Cart
Zerafite Barrier Repair Moisturizer
$50.00
Add to Cart
Zerafite Soothing and Calming Moisturizer
$9.99
Add to Cart
Derma Made Ceramide Barrier Cream
$35.00
Add to Cart
Medature Barrier balancing Gel Moisturizer
$48.00
Add to Cart
Vichy Pureté Thermale Toner
$18.00
Out of Stock
Biopelle Tensage Soothing Cream Moisturizer
$77.56
Add to Cart
EltaMD Barrier Renewal Complex
$62.00
Add to Cart
PCA Skin ReBalance
$61.00
Add to Cart
VMV HYPOALLERGENICS Red Better Daily Calming Moisturizer
$44.00
Add to Cart
Alastin Ultra Nourishing Moisturizer
$88.00
Add to Cart
Zerafite Barrier Repair Moisturizer
$50.00
Add to Cart
Best Sunscreen for DSPT
All skin types, including DSPT, should always wear a daily sunscreen. DSPT skin types generally prefer moisturizing tinted sunscreens like these:
DRPW 15 – Essentials Bundle
$115.00
Out of Stock
DRPT 13 – Essentials Bundle
$117.00
Add to Cart
DRNT 14 – Essentials Bundle
$98.00
Add to Cart
DRNW 16 – Essentials Bundle
$115.00
Out of Stock
EltaMD UV Daily Tinted Broad-Spectrum SPF 40
$42.00
Add to Cart
Revision Skincare Intellishade Matte SPF 45
$86.00
Add to Cart
Revision Skincare Original Intellishade SPF 45 Tinted Moisturizer
$86.00
Add to Cart
DRPW 15 – Essentials Bundle
$115.00
Out of Stock
DRPT 13 – Essentials Bundle
$117.00
Add to Cart
DRNT 14 – Essentials Bundle
$98.00
Add to Cart
DRNW 16 – Essentials Bundle
$115.00
Out of Stock
EltaMD UV Daily Tinted Broad-Spectrum SPF 40
$42.00
Add to Cart
Revision Skincare Intellishade Matte SPF 45
$86.00
Add to Cart
Revision Skincare Original Intellishade SPF 45 Tinted Moisturizer
$86.00
Add to Cart
DRPW 15 – Essentials Bundle
$115.00
Out of Stock
DRPT 13 – Essentials Bundle
$117.00
Add to Cart
DRNT 14 – Essentials Bundle
$98.00
Add to Cart
DRNW 16 – Essentials Bundle
$115.00
Out of Stock
EltaMD UV Daily Tinted Broad-Spectrum SPF 40
$42.00
Add to Cart
Revision Skincare Intellishade Matte SPF 45
$86.00
Add to Cart
Revision Skincare Original Intellishade SPF 45 Tinted Moisturizer
$86.00
Add to Cart
Best retinoids for DSPT
While retinoids can help DSPTs with acne, these ingredients need to be introduced to sensitive skin slowly and gradually and should be applied on top of a barrier repair moisturizer at first. When beginning a retinoid, follow the instructions at this link. Do not use a moisturizer that contains hyaluronic acid (HA) when starting retinoids, as HA increases the penetration of treatment ingredients and can therefore worsen side effects until your skin has had a chance to adapt to your new retinoid regimen.
There are our favorite low strength retinols for you to start with:
Replenix Retinol 2X Regenerate Dry Serum
$71.00
Add to Cart
Revision Skincare D.E.J. Night Face Cream
$78.00
Add to Cart
SENTE Bio Complete Serum
$118.00
Add to Cart
SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.3 Refining + Anti-Aging Night Cream
$80.00
Add to Cart
Medature Encapsulated Retinol Serum
$66.00
Add to Cart
La Roche-Posay Redermic R Anti-Aging Treatment Intensive
$54.99
Add to Cart
La Roche-Posay Retinol B3 Pure Retinol Serum
$44.99
Add to Cart
Murad Youth Renewal Retinol Trial Kit
$59.00
Add to Cart
Neocutis NOUVELLE+ Retinol Correction Cream
$158.00
Add to Cart
PCA Skin Retinol Treatment for Sensitive Skin
$119.00
Add to Cart
Replenix Retinol 2X Regenerate Dry Serum
$71.00
Add to Cart
Revision Skincare D.E.J. Night Face Cream
$78.00
Add to Cart
SENTE Bio Complete Serum
$118.00
Add to Cart
SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.3 Refining + Anti-Aging Night Cream
$80.00
Add to Cart
Medature Encapsulated Retinol Serum
$66.00
Add to Cart
La Roche-Posay Redermic R Anti-Aging Treatment Intensive
$54.99
Add to Cart
La Roche-Posay Retinol B3 Pure Retinol Serum
$44.99
Add to Cart
Murad Youth Renewal Retinol Trial Kit
$59.00
Add to Cart
Neocutis NOUVELLE+ Retinol Correction Cream
$158.00
Add to Cart
PCA Skin Retinol Treatment for Sensitive Skin
$119.00
Add to Cart
Replenix Retinol 2X Regenerate Dry Serum
$71.00
Add to Cart
Revision Skincare D.E.J. Night Face Cream
$78.00
Add to Cart
SENTE Bio Complete Serum
$118.00
Add to Cart
SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.3 Refining + Anti-Aging Night Cream
$80.00
Add to Cart
Medature Encapsulated Retinol Serum
$66.00
Add to Cart
La Roche-Posay Redermic R Anti-Aging Treatment Intensive
$54.99
Add to Cart
La Roche-Posay Retinol B3 Pure Retinol Serum
$44.99
Add to Cart
Murad Youth Renewal Retinol Trial Kit
$59.00
Add to Cart
Neocutis NOUVELLE+ Retinol Correction Cream
$158.00
Add to Cart
PCA Skin Retinol Treatment for Sensitive Skin
$119.00
Add to Cart
What Types of Products Should DSPT Skin Types Avoid?
DSPT skin types should avoid using foaming cleansers, as these strip away the skin’s natural oils and cause dryness and flaking.
Also avoid washing the face with very hot water.
One common ingredient to avoid when you have dry skin is salicylic acid. This ingredient is fat soluble, meaning it strips oils from the skin, which is not a good thing if your skin is already naturally dry. If you are looking for an at home exfoliant or an in clinic chemical peel, glycolic acid is a much safer choice for dry skin types.
Glycolic acid is soluble in water, and does not strip oil from the face.
What Cosmetic Procedures are Good for DSPT Skin Types?
DSPT skin types who struggle with acne can be good candidates for a chemical peel that uses glycolic acid and skin skin-brightening ingredients. Glycolic acid is a type of chemical exfoliant that removes the outer layer of dead skin cells, dirt, and debris from your skin without using harsh, abrasive physical exfoliation that could make irritation and acne worse.
DSPT skin types with rosacea may benefit from vascular lasers or red light therapy to treat redness and visible blood vessels.
DSPT (Dry, Sensitive, Pigmented and Tight) Skin Type
Though DSPT skin can require some extra attention at times, the proper skincare regimen that contains a barrier repair moisturizer, anti-inflammatory ingredients, and skin-brightening ingredients can repair all three barriers to skin health to calm, soothe, hydrate and even out the tone of DSPT skin.
Congratulations on finding your Baumann Skin Type!
