Oily skin is most commonly found on the nose.
Combination skin is a term used to describe facial skin that shows symptoms of both dry and oily skin. Blurring the skin can be a challenge to care for effectively, as oil-reducing products can be too drying in certain areas of the skin, while moisturizing products can cause excess oil in other areas. To properly balance a skin care regimen, people with combination skin may need trial and error to find the right products to create the look they want.
People with combination skin can benefit from using a toner on the T-zone.
To identify if the skin is combination, wash your face well with water and dry it with a soft cloth. Areas of dry skin may feel tight or show signs of peeling or peeling skin. Oily skin will look shiny and visible, and may show signs of blackheads or pimples clogging pores. If the skin is mixed, it will show signs that indicate oiliness and dryness.
Combination skin has both dry and oily patches.
Oily skin can occur on the nose and above the eyebrows, an area known as the T-zone due to its shape. Dry skin most often appears on the cheeks and neck and is often characterized by increased sensitivity to cleansers and peeling or peeling of the skin. The chin can be oily or dry, and depending on your skin care regimen, you can alternate between the extremes.
Some cosmetic and skin care companies offer specific product lines for combination skin. These products aim to remove excess dirt and oil to prevent breakouts in oily areas, while moisturizing dry areas to prevent redness or flaking. Many people with combination skin find success using a variety of different skin care products and carefully applying them to specific facial areas. For example, some people may apply an oil-reducing toner along the T-zone while applying a moisturizing serum to dry cheeks and throat.
Trial and error is often the main way to find a balanced regimen for combination skin. Some experts recommend that you use an oil-free, sunscreen-free moisturizer every day to protect your skin from damage while providing hydration and preventing breakouts. Since oily skin can be prone to breakouts, it can be important to find an acne prevention formula that doesn’t cause excessive dryness. Dry skin, on the other hand, may be more likely to react to harsh products, so consider buying a gentle cleanser and apply toner only to oily areas. If a product doesn’t seem to benefit your skin after two weeks, consider trying something new.