Dealing with oily and combination skin can be tough: You've got to be blotting-paper ready all hours of the day, and, more often then not, you're dealing with breakouts.
Luckily, there's a lot that you can do to keep things in control: You see, the key to taking care of your skin types lies in checking the ingredients of your favorite skin care products. You've got to be picky and make sure that what you're putting on your face is actually suitable for your skin type — doing so will help prevent further skin issues.
Now, you still may feel skeptical about adding serums to your skin care regimen — especially since many serums tend to be designed for dry skin and can be too heavy for your complexion. But you just have to pick the right one; one that'll unclog your pores and balance your complexion. You'll also want to look for something with no alcohol (since it can dry out your skin, which paradoxically will cause it to over-produce oil).
Other ingredients to look for: hyaluronic acid, glycolic acid, retinol, tea tree oil, green tea extracts, and vitamins A, C, and E. These ingredients act as exfoliants and lightweight hydrators, which can help balance, exfoliate, and brighten your skin. Not sure where to start? We've listed several top serums that are perfect for oily/combination skin types. Read on!
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Infused with niacinamide and zinc PCA, this cult-favorite serum can help balance your sebum (aka oil) production. Bonus: This serum is also great for calming breakouts, which makes it a great pick for acne-prone skin types as well.
A lightweight serum like this one won't clog your pores. It also works to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, while brightening your skin.
In addition to having ultra chic packaging, this serum works wonders for combination and oily skin, since it's designed to help control sebum production, while allowing the skin to retain moisture. It also contains centella asiatica extract (aka cica cream), which soothes redness and irritated skin.
This magical serum delivers healthy-looking skin like a dream. It keeps your complexion soft, more radiant, and just the right amount of hydrated.
