If your skin is dry in some places and oily in others, you will most likely have a combination skin type. When you have combination skin, it can be challenging to create a skincare regimen that can manage both dryness and excess oil. You can find that some products are too hydrating, while others get rid of too much oil, making the skin flaky and irritated. Having combination skin can be a balancing act. To help you make your skin relaxed and healthy, we share a few tips about how to take care of combination skin and develop a routine that works for you.
Some of the significant characteristics/concerns of the type of combo skin:
- Clogged pores in the T-area
- The skin feels dry + the visible dry patches
- Production of oil around the T-zone
- Dry cheeks
It can be challenging to take care of combination skin, but it is not impossible. You need to find products that perform well on the different skin types that are present on your face and that do not irritate your skin.
So here are the 5 great tips for the combination skin
Focus on the treatment of various parts of the face. You may need to focus on creating two types of skin with this form of skin. You will need to moisturize your face’s dry areas and reduce excess oil in the oily areas of the face. The oily region of your face will often be your T-zone (your forehead, nose, above your mouth, and chin). Instead of treating your whole face with a single product, you will need to treat particular parts of your face depending on the skin type.
For example, if you’re getting a breakout on your forehead and knowing that the skin on your forehead tends to get oily, use a spot treatment to deal with the oil on your forehead. If the skin on your cheeks appears to get dry and irritated, use a moisturizing product only in that area.
- Stick to a consistent skincare regimen
A vital aspect of tackling combination skin is committed to a regular and nightly skincare routine. This ensures that you use the same ingredients 1-2 times a day for at least a month to let your skin get used to the routine.
- Clean your face once or twice a day with a cleanser.
- Exfoliate sparingly, sometimes just once a week.
- Apply moisturizer once in the morning and once in the evening.
- Use an oil-based cleanser on dry skin
Cleansers made from natural oils such as coconut oil and olive oil are suitable for dry to dehydrated skin and can only work best in your combination skin’s dry areas. Start with a very basic all-natural honey cleanser:
- You will need 3 tbsp of honey, 1⁄2 cup of vegetable glycerine (available at most grocery stores), and two tablespoons of liquid Castile soap.
- In a big tub, mix the ingredients. Pour into an empty bottle for easy use.
- Take a small amount on your face and neck. Use your fingers to rub your skin for 30 seconds to 1 minute. This helps to loosen any dirt or debris on the surface of your skin. Once the cleansing process has ended, rinse the face with warm water and pat dry with a towel.
- You should also try an oil-based cleanser with coconut oil or olive oil and a warm washcloth. Look for natural extra virgin coconut oil or olive oil to make sure you use the purest natural ingredients on your face.
- Create a natural exfoliation
You should exfoliate your skin and extract dead skin cells after you’ve cleansed your face. Exfoliating can also keep pores from being blocked and skin from becoming dull. Start by exfoliating with a homemade scrub once or twice a week.
Most natural scrubs use brown sugar as a base because it is known to be gentle on the skin than granulated sugar. You may also use natural oils such as patchouli, tea tree, and lavender to give the skin a healthy glow.
- Make an exfoliating scrub by mixing two tablespoons of brown sugar, one tablespoon of the finely ground coffee grind, and one tablespoon of lemon juice. Add a teaspoon of honey to the additional value. Apply the scrub to your face for 30 seconds to a few minutes, then rinse it off with warm water.
Do not exfoliate if you have sensitive skin.
- Apply a natural spot treatment
Try spot treatments to cure blemishes in your T-zone region and avoid new acne from appearing in this area. There are a variety of good natural spot treatments, including:
- Baking soda: This is a cheap and quick spot treatment that is easy to produce. Baking soda can reduce the inflammation of the pimple and help deter future breakouts. It’s a great exfoliator, too, and it’ll get rid of dead skin cells that can build up on the surface of your skin.
- Lemon juice: This spot remedy is based on the natural anti-bacterial and astringent properties of lemon juice. Use new lemon juice or packaged lemon juice from the grocery store. Put 3 tsp of lemon juice in a cup and use a cotton ball to apply to acne or blemish areas.
- Aloe: If you have access to an aloe plant, reap the benefits of this plant’s soothing properties and cut off a bit. Squeeze the juice out of the stalk into the blemish or acne-prone part of your skin.
- Use an organic face mask
Apply a face mask once a week to refresh your complexion and soothe your face. Many organic, all-natural face masks use a mixture of fruit and oils to make an excellent paste for your face.
- Add in a blender a banana, half a papaya, two carrots, and a cup of honey. Mix all the ingredients until it is thick. Apply this paste to your face for 20 minutes. Clean it with warm water, then.
- Make a face mask with lemon yogurt by combining one tbsp of organic yogurt, one tbsp of lemon juice, and two lemon oil drops. Apply the mask to your face for 10 minutes. Wash the face with warm water, then
The Bottom Line
Remember that patience is the secret when you take care of combination skin.
Picking the right routine can be tricky, as it can take a good month or two to see the results.
But using the right ingredients in the right places, both morning and night should give your skin the best possible appearance.
If you feel like things don’t go the way you wanted, and you have the means, you might consider booking an appointment with a dermatologist.
