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Are Skin Types Genetic?

Genetics set the baseline for how much oil your skin makes and how strong its barrier is, but they do not have the final word. Climate, hormones, age, and habits all get a vote too.

Skin type has a real genetic component, mainly through inherited sebaceous gland activity and barrier strength, but it is not fixed by genetics alone. Hormones, climate, age, and skincare habits all shape how your skin actually behaves.