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Combination skin manages to be both dry and oily at the same time. Not exactly the dermatological jackpot, but with the right skincare routine, your dry and oily patches of skin can live in harmony.

No doubt this skin type can be tricky but here’s how to level up your skincare routine for combination skin.


What is combination skin?
Combination skin is a skin type where you have regions of both dry and oily skin. For example, It’s common to have an oily T-zone and dry cheeks. This happens because some parts of your face produce too much sebum and other areas don’t produce enough.


What are the signs?
A combination of oily and dry skin can appear in different ways and in different amounts. You’ll need to pay attention to figure out exactly how your combination presents itself.


Signs of oiliness may include:

Shiny skin
Larger-looking pores
Acne


Signs of dryness may include:

Flaking
Redness
Feelings of tightness or roughness


What are the signs? If you have combination skin, you’ll have an oily T-zone (your nose, chin, and forehead), dry skin around the cheeks, eyes, and mouth, and large pores or congested skin on the T-zone.


The best skincare routine for combination skin
Combination skin is often oilier in the summer and drier in the winter, while in the fall and spring people with combination skin have an oily T-zone and dry cheeks.

Reminder: Always do a patch test before you try out any new product!


Your morning routine:

In the morning, it's important to use a cleanser first thing to remove any buildup that may have happened overnight.

 

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You can then use a toner to remove the oil your cleanser may have missed. This is optional depending on your skin's needs and includes gentle leave-on exfoliators. Just always opt for an alcohol-free toner and avoid using it in dry areas.

 

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The next step is important, and this may be where you make the biggest change to your routine: when you moisturize, on the dry areas of your skin, choose a creamy moisturizer, and for the oily sections use a more lightweight water-based formula.

 

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All derms will agree, wear SPF 30 or higher every single day.

 

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Reozone SPF 40

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Your nighttime routine:

In the evening it can help to opt for a gel or foaming cleanser which is designed to remove excess oil that can build up throughout the day. However, it should still be formulated with hydrating ingredients to help nourish the skin.

 

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Consider exfoliating with a chemical exfoliator about once a week to help remove dead skin cells and clear out congested skin.

 

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You can use various serums and treatments for your unique skin needs. But, we recommend a retinoid to help regulate skin cell turnover and prevent pores from becoming clogged. Serums with hyaluronic acid can also help your skin retain moisture without making things greasy.

 

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You can take the same lightweight and creamy moisturizer approach to handle your dry and oily spots. A richer night cream can be used on dry areas of the skin overnight.

 

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What if I have acne?

Exfoliate regularly, use a gentle toner, and always wear sunscreen of at least SPF 30. Salicylic acid is a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) that can help oil production and unclog pores to keep the breakouts at bay. Look for it in topical spot treatments, serums, and gels to target oily spots. Best skincare ingredients for combination skin.

When choosing skincare for your a.m. and p.m. routines, look for these ingredients to help your oily and dry skin:

Hyaluronic acid

Can hydrate the skin without the grease. You can find this in serums, moisturizers, and cleansers you can use on your entire face.

Lactic acid

Is a alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that can gently clear pores in oily sections and exfoliate dry skin without aggravating it. You'll find it in serums, toners, and other treatments.

Retinol

Is a type of retinoid created from Vitamin A that helps skin cell turnover for fresh even skin tone. It's a go-to treatment for fine lines and hyperpigmentation, and as a bonus, it can also help reduce oil. Just note: it can be drying.

 

Vitamin E

Can clear pores, even complexion, and reduce fine lines, redness, and itchiness. You'll find it in acne scar treatments and antioxidant serums.

Vitamin C

Helps reduce hyperpigmentation, even out skin tone, and improve the look of fine lines. If you need a boost, try using a vitamin C serum in the a.m. between toning and moisturizing. It can make you photosensitive so always wear SPF!

 

What not to do for combination skin

You'll want to avoid oil-based moisturizers that can aggravate oily skin and toners containing alcohol that dry you out.

 

Don't skip moisturizer

Every skin type needs moisture. However, it's best to find formulas for your skin type. You may want to use moisturizer sparingly on oily areas and apply more to dry areas.

 

Don't forget to exfoliate

Healthy skin has dead skin cells removed via exfoliation. Use a gentle exfoliant once per week. If your dry areas are causing sensitivity issues, you can exfoliate only in the needed areas.

 

Don't get stuck in one routine or get discouraged

Combination skin can change! Make sure your routine keeps up with your skin's changes. Switch up your products and regimen accordingly.

 

 

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