The Skin Quiz

What Type of Cleanser Is Right For Your Skin?

Not all cleansers are created equal — and grabbing one off the shelf without knowing your skin type could be doing more harm than good. The right cleanser is the foundation of every effective skincare routine. Take the quiz to find out which one your skin actually needs.

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Question 1

You've just washed your face. What's the first thing you notice?

Question 2

How would you describe your skin most days?

Question 3

What's your biggest skin concern right now?

Question 4

What usually happens when you try a new skincare product?

Question 5

How do you want your cleanser to feel?

Your result

You need a Barrier Repair Cleanser

Your skin may be lacking oil & hydration. It needs barrier support, stat.

What to look for

  • Cream or milk cleansers
  • Barrier-supportive ingredients
  • Microbiome-friendly formulas
  • No foaming or harsh formulas

Other ways to help

  • Take an omega 3 supplement — it's the best internal way to repair hydration
  • Skip harsh exfoliants — they only dry and irritate further

Sol recommends

If you want results that last:

Book a Skin Discovery Session.

If you’re new to Sol, this mini session is the perfect first step. It’s part treatment, part consultation — designed to give you a clear picture of what your skin needs while getting a feel for what we do best.

You'll enjoy a mini facial experience while we chat through your skin, your lifestyle, and what's going on beneath the surface. You'll leave with guidance on the treatments and homecare that’ll work best for you.

60 mins / $65

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Your result

You need a Balancing Cleanser

Your skin is likely overproducing oil to compensate for being stripped — not because it's naturally oily.

What to look for

  • Lightweight gel textures
  • Gentle oil regulation
  • Microbiome-balancing support
  • Non-drying formulas

Other ways to help

  • Take a high-quality omega 3 — hydration from within reduces oil overproduction
  • Sip spearmint tea daily — it's been shown to lower sebum production
  • If your skin feels tight after cleansing, your cleanser is too harsh

Sol recommends

If you want results that last:

Book a Skin Discovery Session.

If you’re new to Sol, this mini session is the perfect first step. It’s part treatment, part consultation — designed to give you a clear picture of what your skin needs while getting a feel for what we do best.

You'll enjoy a mini facial experience while we chat through your skin, your lifestyle, and what's going on beneath the surface. You'll leave with guidance on the treatments and homecare that’ll work best for you.

60 mins / $65

Book Now

Your result

You need a Sensitive Skin Cleanser

Your skin has a heightened inflammatory response — everything feels like a threat.

What to look for

  • Fragrance-free or low-irritant formulas
  • Microbiome support
  • Calming ingredients
  • Minimal actives to start

Other ways to help

  • Start simple — a gentle cleanser and a protection oil will begin rebuilding your microbiome
  • Take a high-quality omega 3 — internal hydration matters
  • Sensitive and sensitised are not the same thing — we can help you figure it out
  • CAP therapy or HEALITE LED are incredible treatments for sensitive skin

Sol recommends

If you want results that last:

Book a Skin Discovery Session.

If you’re new to Sol, this mini session is the perfect first step. It’s part treatment, part consultation — designed to give you a clear picture of what your skin needs while getting a feel for what we do best.

You'll enjoy a mini facial experience while we chat through your skin, your lifestyle, and what's going on beneath the surface. You'll leave with guidance on the treatments and homecare that’ll work best for you.

60 mins / $65

Book Now

Your result

You need a Clarifying Cleanser

Your skin needs targeted congestion support — not aggressive stripping.

What to look for

  • Clarifying ingredients
  • Bacteria and inflammation support
  • Non-stripping formulations
  • Barrier-supportive acne care

Other ways to help

  • Take omega 3s and zinc — both support healthy sebum quality
  • Don't pick! Ice active breakouts instead and spot-treat with ESSE Clarifying Spot Corrector
  • Certain foods and supplements can trigger breakouts — grab a copy of our Acne Guide

Sol recommends

If you want results that last:

Book a Skin Discovery Session.

If you’re new to Sol, this mini session is the perfect first step. It’s part treatment, part consultation — designed to give you a clear picture of what your skin needs while getting a feel for what we do best.

You'll enjoy a mini facial experience while we chat through your skin, your lifestyle, and what's going on beneath the surface. You'll leave with guidance on the treatments and homecare that’ll work best for you.

60 mins / $65

Book Now

Your result

You need a Maintenance Cleanser

Your skin is in a good place. The goal now is maintaining balance & skin integrity, so it looks and feels its best for years to come.

What to look for

  • Gentle daily cleansing
  • Antioxidant support
  • Barrier maintenance
  • Formulas that adapt well to seasonal shifts

Other ways to help

  • Wear SPF daily — TIZO3 doubles as a primer and is one of our most-reached-for products
  • Stay consistent with your skincare routine
  • Consider a collagen-stimulating treatment series before you feel like you need it — prevention is always cheaper than correction

Sol recommends

If you want results that last:

Book a Skin Discovery Session.

If you’re new to Sol, this mini session is the perfect first step. It’s part treatment, part consultation — designed to give you a clear picture of what your skin needs while getting a feel for what we do best.

You'll enjoy a mini facial experience while we chat through your skin, your lifestyle, and what's going on beneath the surface. You'll leave with guidance on the treatments and homecare that’ll work best for you.

60 mins / $65

Book Now