Is the skin on your face dry or sensitive in some areas, while other parts, such as the T-zone (forehead, nose, chin) are often oily and shiny ? Don't panic, you probably have combination skin , a common problem.
To regain a healthy glowing complexion, it is important to understand the specific needs of this type of skin and adopt an appropriate skincare routine . Blue Skincare gives you its valuable advice for recognizing and optimally treating combination skin with targeted care.
Understanding Combination Skin
A combination of different areas with different characteristics, combination skin is recognizable by the presence of dry and oily areas on the same face. The T-zone is particularly prone to excess sebum, which makes it oily and shiny. Blemishes can also be added to this . On the other hand, the U-zone , i.e. the eye area, cheeks, and jawline, can be drier or dehydrated .
Hormonal factors, stress, diet, genetics or even the use of unsuitable cosmetic products are all factors that influence the quality of the skin. To treat this problem, the challenge is to balance the skin by regulating sebum production, while nourishing dry areas .
Steps to Treat Combination Skin
After the theory, it's time for practice: Blue Skincare offers you a routine adapted to combination skin in 5 steps .
Gently cleanse
Gentle but effective cleansing is the fundamental first step in any skin care routine, and this is especially true for combination skin.
To purify the skin without disturbing the natural balance of the face, choose a non-aggressive cleanser. Use a makeup remover enriched with moisturizing ingredients, and a gentle micellar water formulated for combination to oily skin, to rid the skin of impurities and eliminate excess sebum without attacking dry areas.
Moisturize daily
Moisturizing is essential, even on oily areas! Did you know that oily skin can also suffer from dehydration , which increases sebum production? For this area, choose a light, non-comedogenic moisturizer that regulates sebum production without clogging pores.
If certain areas of your face require more hydration, you can apply a richer treatment locally .
Good to know: Moisturizers based on hyaluronic acid or plant extracts such as aloe vera , which attract water and hydrate without greasing, are particularly suitable for combination skin.
Exfoliate and purify
Exfoliation , once or twice a week, is ideal for removing dead skin cells and promoting cell renewal . You will purify your combination skin and limit the appearance of blackheads and pimples, especially on the T-zone .
Tip: Apply a chemical exfoliant with salicylic acid or fruit acids (AHAs) to your T-zone, then a gentler scrub on dry areas.
Use specific masks
Have you heard of multi-masking ? This technique, which is particularly effective for combination skin, involves applying different masks in a targeted manner, adapted to the needs of each area. You will treat imperfections without neglecting the necessary hydration!
A purifying clay-based mask can be used on the T-zone to regulate sebum production, limit the appearance of spots and shine, while a hydrating or nourishing mask, based on aloe vera or hyaluronic acid, will be more suitable for dry or sensitive areas.
Protect your skin from the sun
Did you know? Using daily sun protection is crucial to prevent skin damage and maintain healthy, balanced skin. Not only can UV rays aggravate combination skin problems, they can also lead to blemishes and accelerate skin aging.
Be sure to choose a non-comedogenic sunscreen with a light , mattifying texture to protect your face without clogging pores or making the skin greasy.
Mistakes to avoid when treating combination skin
Use aggressive products
When it comes to treating oily areas, you may be tempted to resort to harsh cleansers or treatments in the hopes of getting rid of that shiny, greasy film on your face. But be careful: products that contain alcohol or strong fragrances can dry out your skin and stimulate sebum production in oily areas. In addition to being counterproductive, they can also irritate sensitive areas and create imbalances .
Neglecting hydration
Many people with combination skin mistakenly believe that their oily skin doesn't need hydration. However, hydration is essential , even for oily skin, because it helps maintain skin balance. Using a light hydrating fluid during the day and a non-greasy cream at night is crucial to prevent dehydration and regulate sebum production .
Apply the same product all over the face
Combination skin is defined by oily areas and dry areas: it is therefore important to address these different needs and treat each area specifically , otherwise it risks creating imbalances. For example, a cream that is too rich on the T-zone could cause spots, while a treatment that is too light on the cheeks could worsen dryness.
Our Blue Skincare products treating combination skin
To help you regain healthy skin, Blue Skincare offers a range of products based on mother-of-pearl and ingredients of natural origin that are suitable for all skin types.
To treat your combination skin , trust our routine designed to regulate sebum production while nourishing and hydrating dry areas!
Our hydration duo is ideal, morning and evening. The moisturizing cream smoothes fine lines, protects the skin and brightens the complexion, then, the New Skin serum , rich in hyaluronic acids and niacinamide, accelerates cell renewal, and durably hydrates the skin. On the driest areas of your face, apply the mother-of-pearl cream . Its ancestral formula nourishes, protects, reduces roughness, scales and redness.
In the evening, double cleansing is your best friend! Gently remove your makeup with the Metamorphose balm : its texture rich in vegetable oil effectively removes makeup and impurities, while strengthening the protective barrier. For an effective double cleanse, finish the routine with micellar milky water : its light texture respects the skin microbiota and the skin's pH . Result : the skin is cleansed and detoxified, soft, fresh and luminous.
Because taking care of yourself also starts from the inside, discover the skin-perfecting food supplement . Rich in hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, zinc and pre- & probiotics, it helps reduce imperfections while providing a feeling of well-being , day after day.
