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Makeup Essentials for Sensitive Combination Skin

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A curated collection of makeup picks that actually work for sensitive combination skin: lightweight, breathable, non-comedogenic, and gentle enough for daily wear. From skin prep to foundation, lip products to primers — everything I use to keep my sk...
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Skin Prep (Gentle & Hydrating)

Your makeup will only sit as well as your skin does — especially with sensitive combination skin. These products keep my skin balanced, calm, and hydrated without clogging pores. Light, gentle, and perfect for creating a smooth base before makeup.

 
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Gentle yet deep cleansing properties. Dees not dry me out!
Special Cleansing Gel - Dermalogica
 
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One of my favorite phsyical exfoliants. melts down to a creamy texture. Does not damage the barrier but does the job.
Daily Milkfoliant Exfoliator - Dermalogica
 
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Wonderful for those mid day touchups and moisture to skin.
SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray with Hypochlorous Acid
 
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The absolute best moisturizer. Described as a facial in a bottle and truly it is. I recommend using 15 minutes before applying makeup!
Magic Cream Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid - Charlotte Tilbury
 
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No burn, no dryness. Wonderful for really making sure the skin is thouroughly cleaned.
Clarifying Face Lotion Toner 2 - Dry Combination - Clinique
 
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Love this product. Gives the Glass Skin effect!
Glass Skin Refining Serum - PEACH & LILY
 
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Now this provides Glass Skin! Even my granny asked if I was wearing makeup after applying.
Cream Skin Refillable Milky Toner with Ceramides

Lip Products for Sensitive Skin

I’m really picky about lip products because fragrance and heavy formulas can irritate sensitive skin. These lip treatments, glosses, and oils keep my lips soft, hydrated, and comfortable all day without stickiness or dryness.

 
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Love this product. Great scents and keeps the lips moisturized.
Balm Dotcom
 
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Love this product both for night and day. Very moisturizing!
LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask
 
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UGH!! fan favorite on this one. Great throughout the day!
Lip Glowy Balm - LANEIGE

Primers for Combination Skin

Primers are essential for combo skin — especially if you deal with an oily T-zone but dryness everywhere else. These options help keep makeup in place, blur pores, and balance shine without feeling heavy or irritating sensitive skin.

 
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This is the absolute best primer you can buy. No matter the skintype. If you want your makeup to stay on all day and not budge, please buy!
Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder -Universal Primer
 
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Great primer and moisturizer for those lazy mornings.
Double Duty Beauty Base Tape Hydrating Primer - Tarte
 
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Y'all already know about this cult classic! Great for really gripping your makeup.
Power Grip Primer - e.l.f. Cosmetics
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Foundations That Don’t Irritate

Foundations that work for sensitive combination skin can be hard to find — but these are the ones I trust. Lightweight, buildable, and breathable, they even out your complexion without clogging pores or clinging to dry patches.

 
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I used every single inch of this stick. It provides a seamless finish and can be used for natural or full glam.
Beauty Balm Serum Boosted Skin Tint - Anastasia Beverly Hills
 
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Same as the primer. Your makeup will be flawless with this product. I'd say go a half shade darker if possible for those in between skin shades!
Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder