Having combination skin can be annoying. It isn’t the best of both worlds. You must hunt for products that balance your partly dry and partly oily skin.
Stepping out during monsoon with combination skin can become unmanageable at times. Your skin becomes prone to acne breakouts, especially due to the high temperatures and humidity during monsoon.
Don’t worry, with 5 easy steps your skin will become fuss-free!
What is an Oily T-zone?
When you have an oily t-zone, it means your skin is a combination type. The t-zone refers to the areas of the forehead, nose, and chin. An oily t-zone characterizes a combination skin type while the rest of the skin is dry.
Oily t-zone results from overactive sebaceous glands (that produce and secrete sebum). These overactive sebaceous glands release excess sebum, making the skin prone to acne breakouts.
5 Easy ways to manage oily T-Zone in the monsoon
- Use a pH-balanced face wash
Rainy weather may feel soothing and cozy. Some would not even mind getting a little drenched in the rain. However, considering the pollution and all the impurities in the atmosphere, rain showers can turn acidic. This harms the pH of the skin, leading to skin infections. To keep your skin safe, choose a pH-balanced face wash. Combination skin types must opt for a mild cleanser that hydrates the skin well and does not feel too greasy or dry.
Must Try: SkinQ’s PH-balanced Daily Glow Cleanser for all skin types. This soap-free cleanser is packed with the active ingredients of Niacinamide, Evening Primrose Oil, and Glycerin. It is clinically proven to deep cleanse the skin, and remove surface oil, dirt and grime without damaging the skin barrier.
- Toner for pore tightening
A toner plays a major role in maintaining the skin’s pH level. It can also help to shrink enlarged pores and control excess oil secretion during monsoon. Avoid face toners that contain alcohol as it dries out the skin and disturbs the skin barrier. - Layer with niacinamide serum
During monsoon, the moisture in the atmosphere can aggravate the oiliness in the t-zone, leaving your pores visible and dilated. Adding a niacinamide serum to your skincare regimen will help refine pores with its anti-inflammatory, barrier-repairing, and oil-balancing properties. Using it once daily will turn your skin even and smooth.
Check Out: SkinQ’s Oil & Acne Control Elixir for oily, acne-prone, and combination skin types. This serum is enriched with the active ingredients of Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide, Azelaic Acid, Retinol Liposomes, and Aloe Vera which work together to promote oil-controlled, acne-free, and clean skin. Looking for a face serum to treat your oily t-zone and acne-prone skin? This is the one you must try!
- Opt for an oil-free face moisturizer
When your skin does not receive enough hydration and moisture, it can trigger your sebaceous glands to produce excess oil. To avoid this, you must use an oil-free gel moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated and moisturized. Skipping moisturizer can give you acne in the oily t-zone while the cheeks go drier. So, it is mandatory to provide consistent and regular moisturization to your skin to avoid unnecessary breakouts. - Exfoliate Weekly
Exfoliation is the process of getting rid of dead skin cells from the skin’s surface. You have to exfoliate your skin at least twice weekly to remove the build-up of dead skin cells and excess oil, or else they’ll accumulate in your skin and clog your pores. This leads to acne, pimples, dark spots, pigmentation, and uneven texture. Exfoliating religiously every week will keep your skin supple and oil-controlled.
Highly Suggested: SkinQ’s Oil Control Wonder Mask for oily and combination skin types. The mask is enriched with the active ingredients of Mandelic Acid, Niacinamide, and French green clay. I Saw Palmetto, Zinc PCA, and Tea tree. This ‘wonder mask’ vows to unclog pores, brighten skin tone, control breakouts, absorb excess oil and reduce the secretion of oil in just 15 minutes.
Let’s hope your monsoon is a seamless experience with these easy tips. It’s only tough when you think it’s tough. Just believe in yourself and be consistent with your skincare. Happy Monsoon!
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