Combined skin

Combined skin is considered the most common type of epidermis. Care for her accounted for 80% of adolescents, almost 50% of people under 25 and about 15% of adults. If you believe the statistics, with age, the fat epidermis can change and become normal.

Care for a combined skin type

In mixed skin, two types are combined: bold in the T-zone and dry or normal in the cheek area. A characteristic feature of it - the sebaceous glands are located unevenly. Therefore, in the T-zone, subcutaneous fat is produced in a much larger amount.

To look good and to prevent dermatological problems, owners of combined skin care for it should be very carefully and correctly. Otherwise, it is necessary to fight with conspicuous black dots, dryness and strong peeling.

At different times of the year, the attitude towards the epidermis should be excellent. In summer, for example, the combination skin should be looked after as if it were oily: use soft and light creams, cleansing gels, scrubs and masks that have an anti-inflammatory effect. In winter, it is recommended to make a blow to the funds for dry type of epidermis.

At any time of the year you need a nourishing night cream. Use it preferably every day. The fact is that at night the sebaceous glands in the T-zone work more actively, a lot of fat is produced, because of what the skin on the cheeks can become more rough.

Cosmetic tonal base, suitable for combination skin

Owners of a mixed type of epidermis should give preference to the means, which contain water, not fat. Such a foundation will not clog the pores and lie in a uniform layer. And that the dry areas are not allocated, the tonal remedies for the combined skin should be mixed with the usual day cream.

For the summer, cosmetologists recommend giving preference to creams with a level of SPF-protection six or four. In addition, attention should be paid to ensure that cosmetics are hypoallergenic .

Means for washing for combination skin

Carefully select the prescribed and cleansers. They must be effective, but moderately delicate. After all, it is important to clean the fatty areas well, but do not dry the dry ones.

The optimal version of washing:

  1. Apply a gel, milk or tonic to the skin with a thin layer.
  2. Gently massage your face with your fingertips for two to three minutes.
  3. Wash off with a sponge or cotton pad dipped in cool water.