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Try these Moisturisers for Combination Skin
Sneha Singh
Best Moisturisers for Combination Skin
Combination skin is the most confusing skin type. A person with a combination of skin feels dry and oily in parts of their face. Combination skin is half dry and half oily. The face gets oily, mostly in the T-zone, i.e. the forehead, nose and chin area, while it gets dry on the cheeks.
People with combination skin struggle to choose good moisturisers as some leave their skin very dry and parched while others make their skin very oily. Choosing a moisturiser that does both jobs equally is crucial and does not get overboard with hydration or oil reduction.
As there are a lot of moisturisers for combination skin out there, here is a list of some of the best moisturizer's for combination skin to make it look hydrated and supple.
1. Nivea Soft Aloe Hydration Cream
The Nivea Soft Aloe Hydration Cream is a soft, smooth formula with the goodness of aloe vera. Aloe vera is known to have one of the best hydrating properties. The Nivea Soft Aloe Hydration Cream has a lightweight formula that provides moisturization without making the skin look greasy or dull. The soothing effects of aloe vera calm inflamed skin too.
2. Ponds Super Light Gel
It is one of the best combination skin moisturisers that ensure good hydration. The Ponds Super Light Gel has two primary ingredients best for hydration – hyaluronic acid and vitamin E. This moisturiser works well for combination skin as it removes dryness with a boost of hydration and its texture is non-greasy. It provides a dewy look to the face.
3. Plum Green Tea Renewed Clarity Night Gel (50 ml)
The Plum Green Tea Renewed Clarity Night Gel is an oil-free formula that hydrates the skin without causing any additional oil or sebum production. It has pure green tea extracts, ginkgo, goji berry, amazing natural antioxidants for the skin. Glycolic acid exfoliates the skin, and argan oil regulates sebum production, giving flawless, hydrated skin that does not have a greasy feel.
4. Cetaphil Daily Hydrating Lotion with Hyaluronic Acid
The Cetaphil Daily Hydrating Lotion is an all-rounder as it is a lightweight, cream-based formula that provides a great boost of hydration that may last for as long as 24 hrs. It has hyaluronic acid, is fragrance-free, non-comedogenic and oil-free.
5. Biotique Bio Morning Nectar Visibly Flawless Skin Moisturizer
The Biotique Bio Morning Nectar Visibly Flawless Skin Moisturizer has a blend of three natural ingredients that give you the goodness of Nectar that moisturises the skin, aloe vera that soothes the skin and slows ageing, and fenugreek seeds that help replenish hydration. This moisturiser smoothens the complexion without diminishing radiance.
6. Simple Kind to Skin Light Moisturizer
The Simple Kind to Skin Light Moisturizer is a very lightweight formula perfect for combination skin types as it gets absorbed super fast and keeps the skin hydrated all day long without making it oily.
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FAQ'S
Q. Can I avoid using a moisturiser if my skin is a combination of oily and dry types?
A. No. Preventing the use of a moisturiser will lead to face dryness, and the oil glands will produce even more oil to compensate for the lost moisture in the skin. Moisturisers that provide hydration without making the skin look greasy work well on combination skin.
Q. What are the signs of having a combination skin?
A. Combination skin is the one that has both dry and oily textures. People with combination skin have oiliness in the T-zone and dryness on the cheeks.
Q. How can you use a moisturiser on combination skin?
Wash your hands.
Take a sufficient amount of moisturiser on your palms.
Apply the moisturiser all over the face gently.
Massage the lotion deep into the skin.
Leave it on to keep your face hydrated.
Q. What shall I look for in a moisturiser for combination skin?
A. Look for a moisturiser that is paraben-sulfate- and mineral-free. It should be based on gel formula and should be lightweight. It must be non-greasy and non-comedogenic. Choose one loaded with hydrating and soothing ingredients like aloe vera, vitamin E, hyaluronic acid, etc. Stay away from parabens and chemicals.
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About Sneha Singh
Sneha is a writer at Purplle.com. When she is not writing beauty stories, her mind weaves out supernatural and science fiction stories which she pens down in her diary. Sneha is an expert in Makeup, Health & Skin care and can advise you on all you need to know about keeping your body healthy with vitamins, minerals and a lot more. She is clearly a gym freak too and digs up on diet plans & cooks healthy food for her family & friends. Besides health, she also writes about baby and mothers’ care & her guides are very helpful for new parents. She likes to experience new adventures with one bite at a time.