
What Is Combination Skin? Combination Skincare Guide
Combination skin is a special case: it consists of two skin types, in which some areas of the face such as the cheeks are dry, whilst others such as the T-zone tend to have oilier and more blemished skin. NIVEA will help you with your combination skin care routine.
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WHAT ARE THE DIFFICULTIES OF COMBINATION SKIN?
With one section of the skin drier and the other oilier, combination skin can make cleansing and moisturising difficult, as you don't want to dry out the cheeks more or overly moisturise the T-zone. One way to combat this is to apply certain products to certain areas of the face, but using too many products risks cross contamination. Instead we recommend using products especially formulated for combination skin.
Restore your skin’s balance
If you have combination skin, using products for general purpose can stimulate the T-zone to become even more oily, or the cheeks even drier - resulting in a feeling of tautness. In principle, using a gentle cleanser and moisturising your combination skin with a cream that doesn't contain too much oil is recommended - as it will give both zones the care they need. Cleansing and moisturising the entirety of combination skin is important, as neglecting specific areas could inhibit improvement.
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Makeup for combination skin
For combination skin, makeup can struggle to stay on and may need to be reapplied throughout the day. The T-zone between the forehead, nose and chin quickly starts becoming shiny, and the cheeks risk drying and becoming even more blemished. To keep moisture in your cheeks, ensure you moisturise before application with a low-oil moisturiser and leave to dry. Find out which makeup is right for combination skin and how to keep your complexion looking radiant for the whole day.