What ingredients should I avoid if I have combination skin?
Now that we know what we're dealing with, let's talk about what NOT to put on your face. Avoid like the plague:
- Alcohol: It dries out dry areas and stimulates oil production in oily areas. A total disaster!
- Artificial fragrances: They can irritate and further unbalance your skin.
- Comedogenic oils: Yes, even if you have dry areas, some oils can worsen the situation in oily areas.
Morning routine
Wake up, beauties! It's time to start the day on the right foot with a radiant face. Here's your ideal morning routine:
- Gentle cleansing: Start with a micellar water to remove impurities without disturbing your skin's balance.
- Balancing toner: Use an alcohol-free one to regulate your skin's pH.
- Hydrating serum: Look for a light, non-greasy one, perfect for combination skin.
- Moisturizer: The snail concentrate cream is ideal for hydrating without making your skin greasy.
- Sunscreen: Never, ever, EVER skip this step! Look for an oil-free, broad-spectrum one.
Evening and night routine
After a long day fighting pollution and stress, your skin needs extra pampering. Here's the night routine:
- Double cleansing: Start with a cleansing oil to remove makeup and follow with a gentle facial soap gel.
- Exfoliation (1-2 times a week): Use a gentle exfoliant to remove dead cells without irritating.
- Mask (1-2 times a week): Apply a clay mask on the T-zone and a hydrating one on the cheeks.
- Toner: The same as in the morning.
- Treatment: Here you can play with richer creams or potent serums, as your skin regenerates while you sleep.
- Night cream: Look for one that balances and nourishes without being too heavy.
And voila, beauties. With this routine, your combination skin will be more balanced than a yogi on top of the Himalayas. Remember, the key is in consistency and listening to your skin. Every skin is a world, so don't be afraid to experiment until you find what works best for you.
What about you? What tricks do you have for managing your combination skin? Share your secrets in the comments! Until next time, my queens of facial
