If you have combination skin, you know that your epidermis requires specific and personalized care so that it can be the best it can be. Combination skin needs the best support possible so that it remains healthy-looking, supple, and fresh. While there are a number of products out there for combination skin, it can be tough to know what’s best for you. 

So, What Is Combination Skin?

Combination skin types are those that are a little dry, a little oily, and a little normal all at once. Those who report having combination skin might explain that different areas of their face experience different conditions throughout the day, which requires them to carefully choose products that are specifically tailored to their needs.

Combination skin can look like many different things to different people, though most might describe themselves as having oily patches on their forehead, nose, and chin (the T-zone), while the skin on their cheeks and under the eyes will be normal or dry. Skin can also fluctuate with weather and season, which means those with combination skin will need to try out different products to treat the specific areas of their face. 

How Do You Know If You Have Combination Skin?

There are a few obvious signs of having combination skin, such as an oily T-zone but normal cheeks and eyes. The rest of the skin on your face might be dry, or you might see different skin textures, or experience dryness/flakiness on your cheeks and excess oil in another area. That is to say, combination skin is very normal and one of the most common skin types.

It might feel overwhelming to have to manage so many zones and facial conditions at the same time, but there are products that have been specifically created to manage combination skin. This ensures that your skin’s concerns are being addressed at once, without having to purchase many different products that manage individual issues. 

Cleansing, The Most Important Skincare For Combination Skin

What is arguably the most important step in any skincare routine is what’s referred to as “cleansing.” Cleansing is important because it clears clogged pores, cleans up your skin, removes environmental pollutants, and restores your skin’s moisture barrier. 

Oil cleansers can often defend skin from environmental effects such as pollution, and can remove impurities and wash away sunscreens and makeup. Starting with a cleanser also will make your skin feel more balanced, and restore a youthful look. There are a number of ingredients you want to look for in a good cleanser, such as Vitamin C, plant-derived ingredients, jojoba oils, parsley seed oil, and ingredients high in antioxidants. Avoid cleansers with harsh chemical ingredients—you want a cleanser that is brightening, toning, and clarifying. When cleansing your skin, it’s important that this first step hydrates and restores elasticity to create a rejuvenating effect.

Moisturize Your Combination Skin

Ensure you’re properly hydrating your skin, no matter what sort of day your combination skin is having. If you’ve ever heard that oily skin doesn’t need to be moisturized, that’s a myth! It’s very important to moisturize oily skin and ensure that you’re providing your epidermis with a water-based hydration once a day, no matter if you’re experiencing dry or oily patches.

Many products are designed to protect against the environmental stressors that cause dryness. A good moisturizer will deeply nourish your skin regardless of skin type, and also protect and support youthful and healthy-looking skin. It’s recommended that you start your morning or evening skincare routine with a moisturizer to create softer-looking skin.

There are a number of ingredients to look for in a good moisturizer:

• Shea butter will act as an emollient, which helps to soften and hydrate the skin. Shea butter also contains the fatty acids that your skin needs to protect its moisture barrier, preventing inflammation, dryness, and redness.
• Oat kernel extract protects the skin’s natural barrier and restores the skin with Omega fatty acids. Since oat extracts are gluten-free and soy-free, they can be used on more skin types. Oat extracts help keep the skin hydrated and soothed.
• Natural plant extracts such as elderberry and flowers are full of natural antioxidants and vitamins. These keep your skin soothed, which prevents the over-products of oils that clog pores. They also protect your skin against environmental stressors and contaminants. 

Face Oil For Combination Skin

The most important part of a foundational routine for combination skin is a good face oil. Face oil locks in all the moisture that you’ve cultivated with your cleansers and moisturizers, and keeps the layers of your skin soft, supple, and hydrated. Face oils should hydrate your skin from the inside out, and the consistent use of face oils will help tone your skin and create a radiant, healthy glow.

Look for face oils that have a brightening, fresh effect, with a hydrating blend of protective ingredients such as raspberry seed oil, camelina seed oil, and argan oil. Natural plant oils are high in antioxidants and can help protect your skin from environmental stressors. Seed oils also boost collagen and elastin, giving you the appearance of firmer skin that also is more resistant to sun damage. Face oils can also protect against photoaging effects such as lines and wrinkles.

Masks can also help a lot with combination skin types. Detoxifying clay masks clear, brighten, and soothe your skin while also cleansing, and allowing your skin to get a nice smooth reset. Bamboo charcoal can help exfoliate dry skin, removing dead cells and cleansing impurities. Look for ingredients like essential oils that can reduce the size of your pores and fight the appearance of fine lines.

Additional Tips For Combination Skincare

Combination skin requires a more complex makeup routine and must be carefully managed. Some tips we have for taking care of combination skin are:

• Wash your skin with warm to cool water.
• Avoid higher temperatures.
• Regularly adjust your routine.
• Assess what your skin needs and how it feels.
• Swap out your products as needed.
• Ensure your skin is thoroughly cleansed and hydrated.
• Avoid products with irritants, such as excessive fragrances or alcohol.
• Choose neutral and beneficial ingredients and avoid harsh chemicals.

Whether you’re just beginning your skincare journey or you’re a longtime skincare product user with combination skin, there is something out there for you. Always check with Bee Naturals for the best natural skincare products on the planet, and remember to go easy on yourself and your skin!