Double Whammy - Combination Skin

Skin types vary so as the type of treatment tailored to meet their
needs. Some have normal, oily or dry skin and each remains the same
even if temperature changes.



For some, cold, frigid weather could turn an oily face dry in minutes.
This is because cold air does not carry enough moisture to moisten dry
surfaces, especially the skin, and eventually makes the skin less damp
and more prone to scaling.



There are many skin regimens to preventing double whammy situation
to set in. More often than not, our daily skin treatment and cleaning
behavior influences the way our skin maintains moisture and inhibit
dry skin symptoms.



Moisture is the key to a wonderful, healthy-looking skin. Being fair-
skinned does not always suggest good skin tone but the amount of
moisture your skin posses implicates how you take care of your
integument.




Appropriate Skin Treatments



Given the fact that people with combination skin possess dry and oily
skin scattered in different areas of the face (in most circumstances),
each skin type should be treated as it is: dry skin treated with
ointments and medication for dry skin and oil removal creams for oily
skin types.



Areas of the skin that are dry should be gently cleansed, preferably
with cold creams and pat dry with towel without rubbing and wash
with lukewarm water.



Oily parts should be thoroughly cleansed and kept dry to avoid
breakouts of acne. Oily areas are so sensitive that any incorrect
application of medications and creams may cause acne and other
irritations to erupt.



There are specially made products created for each skin types and
your dermatologist can you provide you valuable details about which
facial products will best suit your skin as each skin requires unique
treatments.


Moisturizers for Combination Skin



Skin of all types should remain moisturized. A considerable degree of
dampness should be maintained to make skin less liable to infections
that tend to attack the skin.



While we consider that both skin types, oily and dry, require a certain
level of moisture, the oily portion demands greater care and intensive
cleansing.



Greasy skin is more prone to bacterial attacks resulting to acne for
bacteria thrive on these areas. Oil produced by your sudoriferous
glands (oil glands) contains cellular debris which is an excellent
breeding ground for bacteria.



If your skin is too oily, bacteria may feed on this part and multiple as a
result of continued nourishment. If any of these microorganisms gets
in the way to the skin pore, multiply and deposit sedimentary toxic
material, it clogs the pore and eventually initiates infection.


Oily, Dry skin and Essential Oils



Remedies for both skin types are accorded with different kinds of
medications. For oily skin, oil-removal skin care products for oily skin
are applicable, and oil-based skin care products for dry skin are
required for skin lacking the minimum moisture requirement.



Dry skin is a result of a low sebum (oil) level on the skin which makes
the skin unable to retain enough moisture. Oil locks in the required
moisture to maintain structural flexibility and protect the skin, at a
certain degree, from harmful rays of the sun.



If the skin lacks any of these characteristics, you will experience the
feeling of “tightness”, burning sensation, itchiness, irritability, and
increased sensitivity to texture and temperature.



This condition may be a result of improper caring of the skin including
but not limited to too much scrubbing, too much exposure sunlight,
frequent washing, poor diet, chemical vulnerability, hereditary
condition as in ichthyosis, and other preexisting medical condition such
as seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema, hypothyroidism, and
medications such as diuretic drugs, antihistamine, etc.


Oily skin poses a lot of problem for most people. Skin looks dull; pores
are enlarged and prone to blemishes such as blackheads. If left
untreated, it may result to acne infections. Greasy-looking skin are
more common for people who are pregnant, uses oil-based cosmetic
products and people with varying or unstable hormone levels.



Like most traits, oily skin can be traced to parents and are inherited.
Diet and weather also induces one’s skin to become oily.



Having all this information at hand, you will be able to choose essential
oil that is compatible with your skin type. Essential oils are best in
supporting treatment for oily and dry skin. Essential oils makes skin
trap the right amount of moisture needed to maintain healthy skin,
with fewer blemishes, and inhibit the growth of other microorganisms,
etc.



For oily skin, you can choose either or a combination of any of the
following essential oils: Geranium, Bergamot, Juniper, Cedar wood,
and Sage. Cypress and Frankincense are also nice alternative. Lemon
is excellent and all natural.



Rose, Patchouli, and Hyssop are best for dry skin. Lavender and


Geranium can be used for both types of skin and people with history of
allergic reaction to scents. For some, Ylang-Ylang and Sandalwood are
also used.