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Which cream(s) should be used for combination skin?

Which cream(s) should be used for combination skin?

As their name suggests, combination skin is divided into two types. The T-zone is characterised by excessive sebum production, while the rest of the face tends to be drier. Presenting an unstable balance, this skin type can sometimes be difficult to manage. However, there are treatments suitable for combination skin.

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Published May 25, 2021, updated on August 2, 2024, by Stéphanie, PhD, Doctorate in Life and Health Sciences — 5 min read
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Combination skin

Characteristics of combination skin.

Unlike oily skin, combination skin is oily only in the T-zone (chin, nose and forehead), but is dry on the cheeks and temples. This skin type tends to produce an excess of sebum in the middle part of the face, leading to the appearance of blackheads and the dilation of pores. Conversely, sebum production is insufficient on other parts of the face. Indeed, the cheeks and temples can occasionally feel tight, as they are rather dry.

Genetic, hormonal or internal factors can be the root cause of combination skin. In addition, certain external factors also come into play:

  • Poor diet;

  • Tobacco;

  • Stress;

  • Contraceptive methods;

  • Pollution.

Which facial cream should you choose?

To recreate a balanced skin condition, opt for gentle, non-aggressive and non-drying treatments. Morning and evening, remember to cleanse your skin with a makeup remover and a gentle cleanser to eliminate sebum and impurities. As for cream, go for a matifying and astringent cream : it will limit the shine of the T-zone and slow down the development of imperfections. Even if your skin is oily in the T-zone, it needs to be well hydrated daily. You should opt for moisturising treatments with a light and fluid texture.

Thus, to maintain combination skin, we recommend you choose our nourishing face cream. This treatment contains the following ingredients:

  • Hyaluronic Acid: Derived from the fermentation of wheat, this active ingredient possesses moisturising and toning properties. Thus, it hydrates the skin and makes it supple.

  • Shea Butter: Thanks to its nourishing and soothing properties, this ingredient protects the skin against external aggressions and skin dryness. Containing unsaponifiables and triglycerides, it has restorative virtues.

  • Squalane: Quickly penetrating the epidermis, it maintains skin hydration and reduces feelings of tightness.

  • Plum oil: This active ingredient possesses softening virtues.

This hyaluronic acid cream will thus help to nourish, hydrate and soothe the skin. It will also strengthen the protective barrier of the epidermis, reduce feelings of tightness and restore suppleness to the skin.

Contraindications of hyaluronic acid cream.

The nourishing face cream is contraindicated for individuals allergic to this active ingredient. In case of an allergy, it could cause chronic, acute, or skin inflammation, as well as itching. Furthermore, redness, swelling, bruising, or even granulomas may occur.

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