Oily/Combination Skin Care Guide

Oily & Combination Skin Care Guide

Balance, Control & Prevent Breakouts

Understanding Oily & Combination Skin

Oily skin produces excess sebum due to overactive sebaceous glands, while combination skin features both oily (T-zone) and dry/normal (cheek) areas. Key characteristics:

Oily Skin Signs

  • Shine within 1-2 hours
  • Enlarged pores
  • Frequent breakouts

Combination Signs

  • Oily T-zone (forehead/nose)
  • Dry/normal cheeks
  • Variable texture

Dermatologist Insight: "The goal isn't to strip oil completely, but to balance production. Over-drying triggers rebound oiliness."

Ideal Product Textures

Lightweight, non-comedogenic textures prevent congestion:

Cleansers


Gel or Foam
Oil-free with pH 5.5-6.0

Toners


Watery Essences
Alcohol-free with actives

Moisturizers


Gel-Cream Hybrids
Oil-free hydration

Texture Strategy:

Oily Zones: Gel textures absorb excess oil
Dry Zones: Light lotions provide hydration
Avoid: Heavy creams on T-zone

Key Balancing Ingredients

N

Niacinamide (B3)

Function: Regulates sebum production

Clinical Benefit: Reduces oiliness by 32% in 4 weeks

Bobby Shay Match: C + Niacinamide Spotlight Serum

S

Salicylic Acid

Function: Exfoliates inside pores

Optimal %: 0.5-2%

Bobby Shay Match: Vitamin C Clarifying Cleanser

Z

Zinc PCA

Function: Reduces sebum production

Bonus: Anti-inflammatory

Bobby Shay Match: Triple C Antioxidant Cream

H

Hybrid Hydrators

Examples: Betaine, Sodium PCA

Function: Hydrate without oiliness

Bobby Shay Match: Antioxidant Daily Glow Lotion

Zone-Specific Routine

Morning (Entire Face)

  1. Cleanse: Vitamin C Clarifying Cleanser
  2. Tone: Dual C Glow Prep Toner
  3. Treat: C + Niacinamide Spotlight Serum
  4. Protect: Oil-Free SPF 50

Evening (Zone Treatment)

  1. Cleanse: Probiotic Balancing Foam
  2. T-Zone: - Clay Mask (1x/week) - Triple C Antioxidant Cream Mattifies and controls oil
  3. Cheeks: - Multi-Hyaluronic Plump Serum - Ceramide Recovery Cream Hydrates dry areas

Clinical Application Tip:

"Apply treatments with different fingers: ring finger (dry zones) vs index finger (oily zones). Prevents product cross-contamination."

Zone Treatment Map

OILY T-ZONE
DRY CHEEKS
DRY CHEEKS

Apply lightweight products to T-zone, richer hydration to cheeks

Ingredients to Avoid

🚫 Heavy Oils

Coconut oil, mineral oil

🚫 Alcohol

Denatured alcohol strips barrier

🚫 Thick Butters

Shea/cocoa butter clog pores

🚫 Comedogenic Esters

Isopropyl myristate/palmitate

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Individual results may vary. Products should be patch tested prior to full use. Disclaimer: This guide is for educational purposes only. Consult a dermatologist for personal medical advice.