Combination Skin Care
Combination skin has varying patches of oily and dry or normal skin over the face. Common characteristics of combination skin are:
- Oiliness and sometimes congestion (blackheads, acne), especially around
the T-Zone (forehead, nose and chin);
- Normal to dry skin on the cheeks and around the eyes;
If the variation of oiliness and dryness between each section of the face is substantial, it is advisable to treat these areas separately from each other, especially when applying deep cleansing masks and facial moisturizers (masks can be drying and some moisturizers can be too rich for oily skin).
In addition, certain botanical extracts and essential oils, such as Rose Geranium or Rosewood, have potent sebum-regulating properties on the skin and, when used correctly, can be highly effective in helping to re-balance combination skin conditions.
Alchemilla Routine
for Combination Skin
To re-balance combination skin and improve its appearance, we recommend using the following Alchemilla natural skin care products. (A selection of these products are found in our Skin Care Trial Kit for Combination Skin):
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Alchemilla Product |
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Frequency |
Prepare/Hydrate |
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Aromatic Facial Soak Concentrate - Lemon |
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T-Zone Only
AM, Daily |
Cleanse |
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Foaming Facial Cleansing Gel |
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AM and PM,
Daily |
Exfoliate |
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Exfoliating Face Wash Cream |
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AM or PM,
Every Alternate Day |
Purifying Treatment |
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Deep Clean Purifying Masque |
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T-Zone Only
AM or PM,
Once Weekly |
Tone/Hydrate |
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Aromatic Floral Water - Rosewood
or
Antioxidant Concentrate Mist
or
Clarifying Facial Toner |
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AM, PM and throughout the Day as Desired
AM and PM, Daily |
Repair |
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Antioxidant Concentrate Serum
and
Antioxidant Eye Contour Gel |
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AM and PM,
Daily |
Restore |
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Aromatic Rehydrating Essence - Rosewood |
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Apply Sparingly
PM, Daily |
Replenish |
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Rehydrating Day Care Cream
or
Rosebay Willowherb Cream
Eye Contour Cream
Rehydrating Night Balm - Rosewood |
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Avoid T-Zone
AM, Daily
Avoid T-Zone
PM, Daily |
Extra Care |
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- A regular cleansing and hydrating facial;
- 8 glasses of water per day;
- A well-balanced diet;
- Omega-3 fatty acid supplement;
- Avoid dry heat, air-conditioning, hot baths and
showers, harsh skin care products and soap bars. |
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