Balancing combination skin, which has both oily and dry areas, necessitates a targeted approach that addresses the needs of each skin type while not exacerbating either. Here’s a concise route to help you manage and balance combination skin effectively.
Morning Routine
Cleanse
Use a gentle, balancing cleanser like CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser to remove excess oil without stripping dry areas.
Tone
Applying Isntree green tea toner, or Klairs unscented toner which is an alcohol-free toner to balance the skin’s pH and soothe both dry and oily areas.
Serum
Using Cerave vitamin C serum a hydrating serum that won’t clog pores is highly recommended
Moisturise
Apply a lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturizer like Cerave moisturising lotion or Klairs rich moist soothing cream to hydrate without making oily areas greasy.
Sun Protection
– Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen that is oil-free and lightweight like La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-in Milk Sunscreen SPF 60
Night Routine
Cleanse
At night, use the same gentle cleanser as in the morning.
Exfoliate (2-3 times a week)
Use a gentle chemical exfoliant to help manage oily areas and smooth dry patches.
Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
Tone
Apply the same soothing toner to maintain balance.
Serum
Apply a serum that addresses specific skin concerns like uneven texture or dullness.
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The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% works well for this purpose.
Night Moisturiser
Use a slightly richer moisturizer like, CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion to ensure dry areas are adequately hydrated overnight.
