Skincare — Combination skin
Skincare for combination skin
Oily T-zone, normal-to-dry cheeks — treat each zone for what it needs.
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Written and reviewed by Beauty World Editorial · Last reviewed October 2026
Signs
Do you have combination skin?
Shiny T-zone
Forehead, nose and chin get oily.
Dry or normal cheeks
Cheeks feel comfortable or tight.
Mixed pores
Larger pores on the nose, smaller on cheeks.
Morning
Skincare routine for combination skin — morning
1. Gentle gel cleanser
Balanced, not stripping.
2. Niacinamide
Helps oil control without drying cheeks.
3. Gel-cream moisturiser
Light all over; extra on dry areas.
4. SPF
A light fluid sunscreen.
Evening
Evening routine
1. Cleanse
Double cleanse if wearing SPF/makeup.
2. Target the T-zone
Salicylic acid on the T-zone only, 2–3 nights a week.
3. Moisturise
Richer cream on cheeks, lighter on the T-zone.
Moisturiser
Best moisturiser for combination skin
Gel-cream textures
Hydrate without heaviness.
Key ingredients
Glycerin, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, ceramides.
Multi-moisturising
Using two moisturisers in different zones is perfectly fine.
Seasons
Adjust through the year
Winter
Cheeks get drier — switch to a richer cream there.
Summer
T-zone gets oilier — lighten up and blot.
