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Saudi Arabia's climate is hot and dry, with air pollution exacerbating the conditions, which can have a detrimental effect on our skin, leading to oily skin with open pores and breakouts, eventually resulting in a skin that is sensitive and more prone to UVA and UVB rays. A balanced skin care routine can help minimize the effects and protect your skin’s barrier against all the impacts of the climate. 

Vince's products are promising and have proven to deliver. Vince's face wash, cleanser, moisturizer, serum, and sunscreen are best for combination skin in Saudi Arabia

Ensure you select suitable, chemical-free ingredients for oily skin, and your skincare products should be well-suited. Combination skin has mostly dry and oily areas on the face, especially the nose, chin, and forehead have excessive oil, and other areas may be normal or dry.

In this guide, you will learn all about the perfect skincare routine for oily skin in Saudi Arabia.

Understanding Combination Skin

Combination skin is a combination of both dry and oily skin. Most people with this skin type have:

• Oily skin (forehead, chin, and nose)
  
• Dry or normal skin on the cheeks and jawline
  
• Occasional breakouts in oily areas
  
• Sensitivity to heavy or alcohol-based skincare products

Step-by-Step Skincare Routine for Combination Skin

1: Combination Skin Care Tips

Always use a face wash that can control oil from the t-zone areas, hydrate your skin deeply, and cleans without excessive moisturizer. Also, check for non-comedogenic and pH-balanced ingredients.

Avoid alcohol-based products, which can dry your cheeks. Use a clay mask for hydration Vince's products are the best in KSA, as they suit all skin types. 

2: Face Wash for Combination Skin

Choosing the right face wash that suits your skin type is the primary step in your skin care routine. The ideal choice for combination skin is Vince Lemon Face Wash. As lemon has naturally brightening and lightening agents. 

Face wash cleans your face every day. Vince Lemon Face Wash is suitable for combination skin. It controls excessive oil and hydrates your skin. This face wash helps to lighten your skin, reducing dark spots and sun spots while cleaning dirt and excess oil from the skin. It helps to make your skin look fresh throughout the day.

3: Best Moisturizer for Combination Skin

Moisturizers help to remove oil and dust from your skin. They can repair your skin, clean your skin deeply, and give your face a natural glow.

Vince Skin Lightening Moisturizing Cream is best for hydrating your skin and lightening dark spots. It helps to tighten the skin while hydrating and regulating the skin's moisture level and barrier. The sun protective factors in it help to protect the skin against harmful UVA and UVB rays.

As our skin recovers at night, it is important to make space for effective moisturizers that perfectly complement the skin’s natural repairing process. Vince’s Skin Lightening Night Cream can be your perfect companion as it not only nourishes and hydrates your skin but also supports its overnight renewal to revive dull, dark skin

Apply a thin layer on a clean face and gently massage in a circular motion. For better results, use it after washing your face with Lightnix face wash.

4: Skincare Products for Dubai Weather

According to the Dubai climate, skin needs extra care and a daily skincare routine, which can be perfect for your skin. Use light, breathable products that won’t clog pores. Apply hydrating serums, gel moisturizers, and mattifying sunscreens. 

Also, avoid thick creams during the day. Instead, rehydrate skin with face mists or serum sprays. Choose products with antioxidants like vitamin C to protect your skin from the extreme environment.

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5: Hydration for Dry Cheeks

Dry cheeks can irritate. Use hydrating serums or essences with hyaluronic acid on dry zones. Seal in moisture with a light cream or lotion on those areas. Avoid over-washing or using harsh exfoliants on your cheeks.

• Use a fragrance-free cleanser to avoid irritation
• Don't wash your face with hot water, as it can cause dryness
• Apply moisturizer after cleansing your face

6: Oily T-Zone Skincare Routine

Combination skin has oily areas, as well as dry areas. Always use a mild cleanser with salicylic acid in the morning and evening. An oil-free cleanser removes excessive oil, makeup, and all impurities. 

Apply a mattifying toner or essence on the T-zone. Alcohol free toner can balance the skin's pH. Use an oil-free moisturizer. Choose a lightweight moisturizer for combination skin. Apply a clay mask on the forehead, chin, and nose to absorb excessive oil and impurities.

7: Lightweight Sunscreen for a Hot Climate

Applying sunscreen is crucial and must be a part of your skin care routine to protect your skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays.

Vince Whitening Sunblock SPF 35: Its lightweight, non-greasy texture provides a shield against sun damage and reduces the risk of skin darkening, pigmentation, and premature aging. 

Apply Vince Whitening Sunblock SPF 35 on a clean face, neck, hands & feet, or any other specific area that might be exposed to the sun. Massage gently until it absorbs completely.

8: Hydrating Serum for Combination Skin

For hydration on combination skin, use products that have an optimal quantity of hyaluronic acid to ensure hydration on dry areas of your skin, while keeping your T-zone balanced.

The best fit for this is our Vince Hyaluronic Acid Serum.  It deeply hydrates. A daily dose of this serum helps repair tired-looking skin and makes your skin appear smoother, brighter, replenished, glowing, and even-toned. It instantly penetrates deep into the skin and provides long-lasting hydrating effects. For optimal results, use this serum in your AM and PM routine.

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Vitamin C serum is your glow guardian in KSA’s weather, where climate-driven dullness is quite common. It is highly recommended for normal skin types due to its antioxidant properties, known to fight free radicals radiating from the sun and dust, reinforcing the skin’s natural resilience.

Apply 4–5 drops of serum into your palm and spread evenly over freshly cleansed face & neck. Apply morning and evening for optimal results.

Exfoliation Once or Twice a Week

Exfoliating your skin twice a week can remove dead skin, improve your skin’s texture, and make your skin appear fresh and healthy. It helps to unclog pores and prevent breakouts. Regular exfoliation can also help to prevent hyperpigmentation.

When dead skin cells are removed, all products absorb easily, and it also helps to prevent environmental stress like pollution and UV rays. Choose a chemical exfoliant that contains lactic acid and Salicylic acid, helpful for hydration, oil-soluble, and good for pores.

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Combination Skin Care Routine for Beginners

Beginners should keep their skin care routine very basic. Avoid the use of harsh chemicals to ensure a healthy skin barrier. Add the best skincare products to your daily routine accordingly.

In the morning routine, add

• Cleanser
• Toner
• Moisturizer
• Sunscreen

In the evening routine, add

• Makeup remover
• Cleanser
• Exfoliation 
• Targeted treatments

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the best skincare routine for combination skin?

 A balanced routine with a gentle cleanser, hydrating serum, lightweight moisturizer, and sunscreen. Exfoliate and use a clay mask weekly. Focus on oil control in the T-zone and hydration for dry cheeks.

Q2: Which type of face wash is ideal for combination skin in Dubai?

 Look for a gel-based, pH-balanced face wash that’s non-comedogenic. Ingredients like salicylic acid and glycerin can help manage both oily and dry zones effectively.

Q3: How can I hydrate dry cheeks while controlling oily areas?

Use a hydrating serum with hyaluronic acid and a gel-based moisturizer. Apply heavier layers on the cheeks and a light layer on the T-zone. Avoid oil-based products in oily zones.

Q4: Do I need to use sunscreen for combination skin daily in the UAE?

Absolutely. Even combination skin is vulnerable to UV damage. Use a lightweight, mattifying sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher daily, and reapply every few hours when outdoors.

Q5: How often should I use a clay mask for combination skin?

1–2 times a week. Apply only to oily areas, i.e, the T-zone, to avoid drying out your cheeks. Look for masks with kaolin or bentonite clay for the best results.