Combination-Skin

The mayority of people with combination skintype have a T-zone that is oily and cheeks that are dry. Many people deal with occasional breakouts and larger than normal pores, especially on the nose.

The main issue people face is what kind of skin care products to use for combination skin. Many people try products meant for oily-skin, they think that because they experience breakouts, they must have oily-skin. This mistakenly use of oily-skin products usually leads to dry flakey skin and lots of frustration. Combination skin requires gentle oil control in certain areas as well as moisture to ensure even healthy skin.

If you find that certain areas of your skin are dry, yet others are on the oily side, you probably fall into the combination-skin type. You will need a gentle skincare regimen to take care of your combination skin.

If you have determined that you have combination skin, the prducts you use to care for it are very important. Before you begin with spot-treatments for your problem areas, however remember to first attend to your face as a whole.

Clean your face with a mild cleanser up to twice daily. Washing your face less than this could leave excess dirt and oil to clog your pores. Washing more then twice daily could suck moisture out of your dry areas, causing redness and irritation. For better results you can try the Back-to-Basics 3-Step Set

Products with alpha hydroxy acids, retinols and vitamin A can be applied to the whole skin area. These agents work to balance the skin. AHAs are wonderful tools in slowly slothing away dead skin so that newer skin can appear. No matter what combinations your skin comes in, the most important detail in your skincare regimen is knowledge of how to treat specific areas.

Recommendations.

Keep your skin clean and drink lots of water to keep it hydrated. Utilize products made specially for combination skin problems. Consult a dermatologist for severe acne or dryness problems.

Almost all people have combination skin or an oily T-zone on the forehead and nose and dryer skin on the cheeks and chin. Regardless of your skin type, exfoliation is an important of your skin care regime, as it helps to remove dead skin cells and oily buildups. Additionally, exfoliating skin can help to equalize combination skin types.

Exfoliate combination skin each and every day, making it a regular part of your bathing routine. It is best to exfoliate the skin in the morning before you apply moisturizers and sunscreens. Choose a gentle exfoliant for daily exfoliation. You can make your own exfoliations such as oatmeal scrubs, sugar scrubs or salt scrubs. You can use these scrubs on your face and also on your entire body every day to keep your skin looking fresh and beautiful.

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