CARING FOR COMBINATION SKIN
Combination skin is actually quite normal: we all tend to be oilier
around the so-called T-zone and drier around the perimeter of the face. Just
how oily the T-zone can be varies, of course.
You probably have combination skin if your skin has :
- Dryness on the cheeks.
- Occasional breakouts in oily areas.
- Oiliness in the T-zone.
Caring for combination skin
requires balancing the requirements
of drier areas like the cheeks with the
oiliness in the T-zone. For most
people, the differences between oily
and dry areas aren't major: you might
just have a bit more oil in the T-zone
than on the rest of your face. So
cleanse your T-zone as you cleanse
the rest of your face. You don't need
to use different products for different
parts of your face. You can use an
alcohol-free toner on your T-zone if
it is very oily. But limit it to once a
day.
Combination skin isn't
immune to breakouts. If blemishes
sprout within your T-zone; dab them with an anti-acne product
after cleansing. Perspiration and oil can make your skin vulnerable
to breakouts, especially when you exercise. So don't wear
moisturizer or wear make-up when exercising. Blot oil and
perspiration from your skin during and after exercise. Try to have
your bath as soon as possible after your exercise and avoid drying
products.
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