Balanced out
Sunday 8th July 2007 by Elizabeth Richards
Beauty counters may be armed with a wealth of products aimed at specific skin types – oily, dry, sensitive – but actually skin is funny old stuff, not necessarily happy to sit in one camp or the other. In fact, if you notice dry areas lying side by side with shiny patches, and if skin feels itchy, tight and greasy, you most likely have the classic combination type where skin struggles to control sebum production and hormones, and stress and environmental elements can quickly send things skewiff.
Although the root of the problem can’t always be pinpointed, if you’re constantly battling with the oily forehead, nose and chin associated with a troublesome T-zone, it might be a good idea to look at your moisturiser. It can be tempting to skip this product altogether but deny your skin moisture and it will overcompensate on sebum production so look instead for a product that delivers extra moisture to those areas requiring it while keeping oily areas shine-free and under control. The result will be longer lasting makeup, skin less prone to blemishes and a healthy glowing complexion.
Pai Geranium & Thistle Combination Skin Cream, £17.95
Treat troublesome skin to a little glamour with this beautifully presented cream which not only delivers a shot of moisture to dry areas and soothes oily zones but also works as a skin detox by clearing congestion and calming stressed patches.
Available at www.PaiSkincare.com 
Kirsty McLeod Mattifying Moisture Gel, £36
Created really as a shine-blotting moisturiser for oily skin, this formula has such superb balancing powers that it simply had to be included. Refreshing, hydrating and with a clean scent, it reduces pore size, protects against free radical damage and keeps skin supple.
Available at www.KirstyMcleod.com
Origins Balanced Diet Moisture Lotion, £20
With wheat and soy proteins to nourish dry zones and konjac powder to blot excess oil, this lightweight lotion sinks in immediately to leave skin fresh, hydrated and ready for makeup. Suitable for use morning and night, it’s almost too easy!
Available at www.Origins.co.uk
Temple Spa Moisture To Go, £30
With microsponges to soak up excess oil and light silicones that soften and smooth dry or rough patches, this impressive formula really does make a difference to combination skin and sinks in effortlessly for instant comfort.
Available at www.TempleSpa.com
Ole Henriksen Vitamin Plus Balancing Cream, £30
If a heavy moisturiser tends to clog, try this super-light cream which contains potent anti-oxidants and herbs as well as vitamins, skin soothing aloe vera and hazelnut oil to give skin a healthy and radiant glow. Perfect for all skin types.
Available at www.CarterandBond.com
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