This type of skin produces too much and poor-quality sebum. The consequences - shiny skin, dilated pores and sometimes blackheads – can be seen with the naked eye. Combination skin, on the other hand, combines the problems of oily skin on the forehead, nose and chin(the T-zone) with those of normal or dry skin on the cheeks.
Shiny areas of combination to oily skins
• Stress
• Environmental factors
• Unsuitable cosmetic products
• Hormonal changes
• The pill
Dr. Isabelle Gardinal-Galera is here to give you the facts about oily skin.
It shouldn’t be confused with acne-prone skin, which is multifactorial. Numerous studies have shown that acne-prone skin can be promoted by excessive consumption of milk and rapidly absorbed sugars.
Someone with oily skin should therefore pay attention to their diet in order to reduce their risk of developing blemishes . The links between oily skin and diet, however, are still unclear.
The sebaceous glands are dependent on hormones called androgens. These androgens are present in greater quantities during certain periods of life, particularly at puberty, and promote the growth of the sebaceous glands and sebum production. Sebum escess is the first symptom of acne and can precede its onset by several years.
However, you should choose a hydrating product with a light texture such as a mattifying cream that immediately absorbs excess sebum thanks to "blotting powders".
But improvement in skin condition is only temporary. Beware of the rebound effect after sun exposure and increased sebum production and blemishes .
To prevent this, the skin should be protected with a non-comedogenic sun care product. And you should always avoid intense sun exposure.
Dr. Gardinal Galera, dermatologist
Combination, oily or acne-prone skin have the same hydration needs as any other type of skin and is just as sensitive.
Avoid stripping your skin because irritation increases sebum production, resulting in more blemishes.
Wash your hands with soap and water before applying any product is essential.
1) GENTLE CLEANSING
2) NEVER FAIL TO HYDRATE
Anti-shine face care routine for shiny skins
Keracnyl MAT is a light fluid product with absorbent mineral powders, providing a matte effect from the very first application. It promises up to 12 hours* of efficacy.
*Biometrological study conducted on 21 subjects. Mattifying effect
Its formula is enriched with Monolaurin, a sebo-absorbing active ingredient that decreases sebum production by inhibiting 5-alpha reductase. It also contains X-pressin, an enzyme extracted from papaya, which acts on the natural desquamation process. Thanks to its keratolytic effect, it tightens the pores and reduces imperfections, leaving your skin looking exceptionally smooth.
**Use test carried out on 100 people aged 15 to 45 with combination to very oily skin. % of satisfaction after 28 days of use.
This light-textured mattifying cream can be applied morning and evening to mattify and hydrate the skin. It is non-comedogenic and can be used alone, or just before foundation.
Keracnyl MAT, combination to oily skin
