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How should I care for oily, dry skin?
I have combination skin that is dry and oily. Which products or product ingredients do you recommend for this skin type?
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December 20, 2007
It is really a misnomer to say that a person has either “dry skin” or “oily skin,” as everyone has a combination of both. There are many internal and external factors that cause our skin to fluctuate between feeling dry or feeling oily. Simply put, dry skin is caused by a lack of moisture and oily skin is caused by excessive secretion by oil glands. Various environmental agents dry out the skin. Some of the agents that dry out skin may include: hot water, soaps, excessive bathing, low humidity, air conditioning or heat, pollution and other chemicals, and even friction from clothing. Also, as the skin ages, it has a tendency to become drier.
Dry skin treatments: Best advice is to first avoid the factors that dry out the skin, for example, bathing no more than once daily and using water that is at a comfortable temperature, neither hot nor cold, in order to help prevent dry skin. Also, I recommend bathing with a “non-soap” cleanser that is fragrance-free to avoid drying of the skin. To repair dry skin, use a moisturizing cream, as opposed to a lotion. Creams tend to hydrate the skin and will repair the skin barrier a little better than lotions.
Oily skin treatments: If one is acne-prone, then I recommend a light-weight moisturizing lotion that is fragrance-free and oil-free. Also, topical retinoids can help with those who have oily facial skin. A non-soap cleanser for washing the face combined with a low-strength topical retinoid can be a wonderful way of achieving a good balance between dry and oily skin. I would strongly favor topical retinoids that are obtained by prescription-only, since research has established that they work better than over-the-counter retinoids. In sum, finding a balance between dry and oily skin is sometimes difficult to achieve and consultation with a dermatologist can help tremendously.
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December 10, 2007
Combination skin is really tricky to deal with. My method of choice for treatment is to treat all types of skin with oils. Not just dry skin needs oil, sometimes oily skin does as well--as the right oils will actually help to keep the skin cleaner, and the oils your skin produces will eventually balance out. Good oils to help balance combination skin are oils that are high in Omega 3s and 6s, like emu oil, red raspberry oil and krill oil. Serumdipity for oily skin would be a good choice for you.
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November 20, 2007
I recommend Christian Dior Capture Totale products.
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November 20, 2007
One of the best ingredients for all skin types is retinol, as it helps to regulate, normalize, and repair skin on a molecular level.
Another excellent ingredient for both skin types are polyhydroxy acids since they exfoliate in a gentle manner, even out skin tone and diminishing pore size.
A helpful ingredient in moisturizers is soy. Soy-based moisturizers are able to balance skin-type adding moisture to dry skin and diminishing oiliness when necessary.
Finally, a healthy alkalinizing diet, rich in green leafy vegetables and fiber, is helpful in regulating skin. Cola and sugar drinks should be replaced with water (and a squeeze of lemon); sparkling water is also fine.
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10/20/08
Itchy, dry skin is more than irritating. It is annoying. It can also make you nervous while at the same time make your skin red and scaly looking. But what can you do to treat and prevent this very aggravating and common condition from occurring and reoccurring?
If you think it is because of your environmental conditions, you may want to consider adding a humidifier to your surroundings, if it is possible. But if you think your dry skin is not that serious, as of yet and is still treatable by you, there are a number of at home remedies that you can try.
1. Moisturize your skin Look for products that are made for dry, yet sensitive skin. Use moisturizing products all year long. Remember they may even help prevent wrinkles. A great option is Shea Butter which is loaded with essential fatty acids, anti-oxidants and phytonutrients to deeply moisturize the skin. Just place some in your hands first and allow it to warm. Then it can spread quicker. You can apply this at night and wake up with softer, more moisturized skin by morning.
2. Drinking more water If your body isn't getting enough water inside of it, your skin will become dry. Then it will not matter how much lotions and potions you apply to it, it will remain that way. You know they say you should drink from 6 to 8 eight ounce glasses a day. Strive for as close to this as you can.
3. Is your skin extremely dry? Try this messy method. Take a warm bath. Then after partially drying off, apply thick liberal layers of Shea Butter all over your skin. Now promptly put on your pajamas and go to bed. You will wake up with really soft, supple glowing skin with a velvety texture.
Remember dry skin makes us appear dull and can cause us to age quicker. Do what you can to keep that skin soft and moisturized.