Combination skin is characterized by having both oily and dry areas, with the T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin) typically being oilier, while the cheeks and other areas may be dry or normal. This skin type often experiences shine and enlarged pores in oily regions, while dry areas may feel tight or flaky. Combination skin requires targeted care to balance moisture without exacerbating oiliness or dryness.

A natural skincare routine for combination skin focuses on using ingredients that balance oily and dry areas while nourishing the skin. Here’s a simple, all-natural routine:

1. Cleanser - Use a gentle, natural cleanser like honey or a blend of aloe vera, goat’s milk and coconut milk. Honey is antibacterial and hydrating, perfect for balancing moisture and reducing breakouts in oily areas.

2. Toner - Apply a natural toner like rose water or witch hazel(alcohol-free). Rose water soothes and hydrates dry areas, while witch hazel helps reduce oiliness and minimize pores.

3. Mask/Serum - For hydration, use a light layer of aloe vera gel or aloe vera based mask or a serum made from jojoba oil, sweet almond oil or grapeseed oil. These oils mimics the skin’s natural oils, regulating sebum production and moisturizing dry areas without clogging pores.

4. Moisturizer - Use a natural, lightweight moisturizer like mango butter, argan oil, grapeseed oil or squalane. All are non-comedogenic and provide hydration without adding excess oil to the T-zone. Shea butter can be applied to extra dry areas for deeper nourishment.

5. Sunscreen - Choose a natural, mineral-based sunscreen with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide for broad-spectrum protection.

Nighttime Routine: Cleanse and tone as usual, followed by a serum. For extra moisture, apply a few drops of serums that include rosehip oil or grapeseed oil to hydrate and repair overnight without clogging pores.

Weekly Treatments : Exfoliate once a week with a gentle natural exfoliant like oatmeal or ground almonds mixed with honey. Use a clay mask (such as bentonite or kaolin) on oily areas to absorb excess oil, and a hydrating mask made from aloe vera, flaxseed, avocado or cucumber on dry areas for added moisture.