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Combination Skin

What is combination skin?

Combination skin is a skin type that doesn’t fit neatly into either the dry skin or oily skin categories. This skin displays markers of both skin types, producing more oil in some regions of the face while feeling dry in others. Generally, dermatolog

What are the signs you have combination skin?

Learning what combination skin looks like isn’t easy since it can come across as a little oilier or drier depending on the season. Here are the key signs that’ll give you an idea as to whether you have combination skin or not. If you’re still unsure,

Any example skincare routine for combination skin?

So how do you put your products together? Here’s an example of how to construct a skincare routine for combination skin. AM. PM. Read the full blog post here

What are the best skincare products for combination skin?

Those with combination skin often have the hardest time choosing skincare products. Many brands only market their products to the skin types on the far ends of the spectrum. Even if brands were to recommend products specifically to combination skin,

What are the concerns of combination skin?

With any skin type, there are usually key concerns you might be worried about, whether you’re trying to correct something or prevent something from happening. It’s important to take note of these concerns since they’ll help direct you toward a goal-o

What are the basics of caring for combination skin?

Before we dive into the products that make up the ideal skincare routine for combination skin, there are a few key tips we’d like to start with. Treating combination skin requires a lot of flexibility. Be observant and take note of how your skin beha

What causes combination skin?

There’s nothing specific that causes combination skin. Oil production is something that’s largely controlled by the androgens (male sex hormones) that cycle through our body, and that is also informed by our genetics. With that in mind, combination s

What to avoid if I have combination skin?

When you have combination skin, sometimes the best way to learn what to avoid is to try things and pay attention. What works for one person with combination skin might not work for another!. With that said, here are some common things to avoid with c

Do I need a toner for combination skin?

Toners can be a lovely skincare step, but they’re not mandatory. Don’t use a toner if you don’t have a clear understanding of what you want it to do for your skin. For example, some toners are actually exfoliants with ingredients like glycolic or sal