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What are the four basic skin types?

  1. Combination, dry, oily, normal

  2. Dry, medium, normal, oily

  3. Dry, fair, normal, oily

  4. Dry, normal, oily, sensitive

The correct answer is: Combination, dry, oily, normal

The four basic skin types include combination, dry, oily, and normal. Combination skin is characterized by having both dry and oily areas, while dry skin lacks oil and may feel tight or flaky. Oily skin produces excess oil and is prone to breakouts, while normal skin does not lean towards dry or oily and is generally well-balanced. Option B is incorrect because "medium" is not a skin type, and options C and D are incorrect because "fair" and "sensitive" are not considered skin types.