Collection: Skincare for combination skin

Combination skin benefits from a tailored approach - lightweight hydration for drier areas, oil-balancing ingredients for shine-prone zones. Supporting the skin’s natural equilibrium helps maintain a smooth, clear, and refreshed complexion. 

Discover expert guidance on how to care for combination skin below.

Is combination skin more prone to acne?

Combination skin can be prone to breakouts in oilier areas, particularly around the T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin). When excess sebum mixes with dead skin cells and bacteria, it can lead to clogged pores.

Using non-comedogenic products, (those that have been formulated to avoid clogging pores) that balance oil while maintaining hydration can help keep blemishes at bay. Silver Hydrosol, for example, has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that support a clearer complexion. 

What ingredients in skincare are bad for combination skin?

Combination skin thrives with gentle care, so steer clear of ingredients or products that can disrupt its delicate balance. Watch out for:

Harsh astringents that dry out skin and exacerbate oil production (e.g. high-concentration alcohol).

Drying alcohols that strip skin of its natural moisture (e.g. denatured alcohol, ethanol, isopropyl alcohol).

Heavy occlusive creams or oils that clog pores in oily areas and may cause breakouts (e.g. petrolatum, coconut oil, mineral oil).

Strong cleansers or exfoliants that irritate dry patches and trigger excess oil production (e.g. abrasive physical scrubs, high-concentration acids - above 2% for salicylic acid or 10% for glycolic and lactic acid).

Harsh sulfates which can strip natural oils, prompting the skin to produce excess oil to counteract dryness (e.g. sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium laureth sulfate).

Instead, choose skincare ingredients that gently balance combination skin:

DNA HP ~ Hydrates without heaviness, replenishing dry areas.

Niacinamide ~ Balances oil production and soothes irritation.

Squalane ~ A lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturiser that locks in hydration without clogging pores.

Glycerin ~ Offers gentle hydration without exacerbating oiliness.

What ingredients in skincare are good for combination skin?

For a harmonised combination skincare routine, look for ingredients that balance, nourish, and refine without overburdening the skin, such as: 

Silver Hydrosol ~ Renowned for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, Silver Hydrosol helps purify the skin, reducing blemishes and promoting a clearer complexion.

DNA HP ~ Supports tissue regeneration and enhances skin hydration, contributing to a more balanced and youthful appearance.

Abyssinian Oil ~ A lightweight oil that can be used on the face and provides essential hydration without clogging pores, making it ideal for nourishing dry areas without exacerbating oiliness.