Great skin isn’t just about the right products. It’s about first understanding how your skin behaves and how external factors, like the changing seasons, can influence it. Here at Clenature, we’re all about tuning in, not forcing things. That means learning how to work with your skin instead of constantly trying to correct it. Once you know what your skin needs, you can start building a routine that adapts and flows with the seasons.

Let’s dive into what makes your skin unique and how you can adapt your routine to mitigate the mixed realities of combination skin, no matter the season.

Persons with combination skin Types are presented with a unique challenge due to its contrasting characteristics. Typically, the T-zone, which includes the forehead, nose, and chin, tends to be oilier than other areas of the face like the cheeks which may experience dryness or flakiness. This dual nature can fluctuate based on environmental factors, seasonal changes, and even stress levels. As a result, maintaining equilibrium between the oily and dry zones can be difficult. However, with a thoughtful and consistent approach, it is entirely possible to achieve and sustain balance. In the following, we’ll explore how to care for combination skin throughout the year, using Clenature to help bring both aspects of your skin into harmony.

Spring: The Balancing Act

📍Best Pick: Green Tea Antioxidant Serum & Gentle balancing toner



As the cold retreats and the air starts to feel lighter, your skin also starts to shift. You might notice your T-zone becoming a bit more active with oil, while your cheeks ever so slightly still hold onto that winter dryness. Spring is when combination skin needs rebalancing and gentle care to effectively hydrate dry areas while Exfoliating the oil prone spots. For this type of season, our Green Tea Antioxidant Serum as well as our Gentle balancing toner would be our best picks as our serum is infused with powerful ingredients known for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties while our toner has ingredients known for its gentle exfoliating and moisturizing properties. Together, these ingredients help calm visibly reactive areas and reduce visible irritation, which is especially helpful for post winter times.

The Science:
The Science: Green tea and chamomile have both been known for their antioxidant and skin soothing properties. Antioxidants are defined as molecules that help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals and have been found to play a vital role in maintaining the skin’s health and integrity by combating adverse effects of oxidative stress induced by environmental aggressors. Our Gentle balancing toner on the other hand contains Gluconolactone and Gluconolactone is a polyhydroxy acid known for its gentle exfoliating and moisturizing properties. Unlike stronger acids, it offers a milder approach to skin renewal, making it suitable for sensitive or reactive skin. Studies have shown that Gluconolactone can help improve hydration by attracting water to the skin while softly lifting away dead skin cells, which may support a smoother texture and healthier looking barrier over time.

Source:

Kumar V, Tanwar N, Goel M, Khan M, Kumar D, Singh G, Mundlia J, Khatri N, Kumar A. Antioxidants for Skin Health. Recent Adv Food Nutr Agric. 2024 Aug 6. doi: 10.2174/012772574X311177240710100118. Online ahead of print. PMID: 39108105.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39108105/


Jarząbek-Perz S, et al. “Corneometric evaluation of skin moisture after application of 10% and 30% gluconolactone.” Skin Res Technol. 2021. PMID: 33769633
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33769633/

Benefits:
Gentle Balancing Toner
✔ Gently preps the skin, helping to maintain equilibrium between oily and dry areas.
✔ Green tea and chamomile helps calm the skin, reducing the appearance of redness and inflammation.

Gentle balancing toner
✔ Gently exfoliates while attracting moisture to the skin, supporting a smoother texture without irritation

✔ Clinically shown to improve hydration even in delicate areas, making it ideal for sensitive or reactive skin

💡Clenature Tip: 
After cleansing, apply the toner using a cotton pad or clean hands, focusing especially on your T-zone. Once fully absorbed, apply 1–2 pumps of the moisturizer, concentrating more on the cheeks and drier areas. This combo gives your skin that refreshed, soft glow, leaving it looking and feeling balanced all around.

Summer: The Oil Slick

📍Best Pick: Gentle Hydrating Cleanser & Witch Hazel Pore Perfecting Toner


On to our next season, Summer. Known for excess sweating, sun exposure, and extra oil production, your skin works overtime just to stay cool and protected, but that can also lead to clogged pores, dullness, and dehydration. The best product for this time period would be our Gentle Hydrating Cleanser is the great go to as it clears away sweat, impurities, and excess oil without disrupting your moisture barrier which is  important for managing both dry and oily zones. Pairing it with our Witch Hazel Pore Perfecting Toner is ideal as it helps tighten pores and reduce excess shine, all while keeping hydration and smoothness intact. With these products, you’ll never fear drying out or feeling greasy, only balanced and hydrated.


The Science: 

Studies have shown that gentle surfactants derived from coconut oil, such as Cocamidopropyl Betaine, are known to effectively remove dirt, oil, and makeup without harshly stripping the skin. Glycerin is also widely recognized for its ability to serve as a humectant, meaning it draws water into the skin, which helps to maintain proper hydration during cleansing. As for Witch Hazel, recent research suggests it may offer anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that help calm the skin and support a healthy barrier.

 Source:
Kim D, Seok JK, Kim M, Choi S, Hong J, Yoon YA, Chung H, Bae O‑N, Kwack SJ, Kim K‑B, Lee JY. Safety assessment of cocamidopropyl betaine, a cosmetic ingredient. Arch Toxicol. 2024;98(8). PMID: 38911545; PMCID: PMC11187029 DOI: 10.1007/s43188-024-00243-2.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38911545/

Liu X, Hage T-W, Chen L-C, Wang EHC, Liao I-C, Goldberg J, Gosto S, Cziryak P, Senna M, Chen Y, Zheng Q. Revealing the Therapeutic Potential: Investigating the Impact of a Novel Witch Hazel Formula on Anti-Inflammation and Antioxidation. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2024. PMID: 39575475; PMCID: PMC11845955; DOI: 10.1111/jocd.16662.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39575475/

Benefits:
Gentle Hydrating Cleanser
✔ Removes impurities without stripping moisture.
✔ Supports skin’s natural moisture barrier

Witch Hazel Pore Perfecting Toner
✔ Contains natural tannins with astringent properties that may help reduce excess oil and refine pores
✔ Supports a more balanced and refreshed skin appearance without drying

💡Clenature Tip: 
Cleanse using circular motions with lukewarm water, then pat your face dry. Apply the toner with a cotton pad or your hands and let it fully absorb. This duo reduces midday shine while keeping your skin smooth, soft, and calm during those hot summer months.

Autumn: The Cool Transition

📍Best Pick: Green Tea Antioxidant Serum & Advanced Peptide Repair Moisturizer


As the crisp air of autumn moves in, your skin goes through yet another shift. The T-zone tends to calm down, while dry areas may become more noticeable or even flaky. This is the time to address any visible concerns from sun exposure while building up your skin’s resilience and maintaining its moisture balance for the colder days ahead. For this preparation period, it's best to start with lightweight nourishment and then lock it in with barrier support. Start with our Green Tea Antioxidant Serum for a potent dose of antioxidants and hydration to help calm your skin after those hot summer months. Follow up with our Advanced Peptide Repair Moisturizer, which is rich in peptides, botanicals, and hydrating ingredients to support your skin’s appearance and moisture balance.

The Science: 

Green tea extract is rich in polyphenols which have been shown in studies to help reduce the appearance of skin irritation, improve overall skin tone, and support a visibly healthier barrier. Peptides on the other hand, often called signal peptides, are short chains of amino acids that are studied for their ability to support skin’s firmness and hydration by aiding in the appearance of collagen and elastin. Together, these ingredients help reinforce the skin’s moisture barrier and support a smooth, balanced look as your skin transitions into cooler months.



Source:

Wisuitiprot W, et al. “Effect of green tea extract loaded chitosan microparticles on facial skin...” J Cosmet Dermatol. 2022. PMID: 34965006
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34965006/

Skibska A, et al. “Signal Peptides - Promising Ingredients in Cosmetics.” Curr Drug Targets. 2021. PMID: 34382523
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34382523/

Benefits:
Green Tea Antioxidant Serum
✔ Reduces visible irritation and supports overall skin tone
✔helps the skin resist environmental stressors and maintain its resilience

Advanced Peptide Repair Moisturizer
✔ helps promote collagen and elastin production, improving skin hydration and supporting its firmness
✔ helps reinforce the skin's moisture barrier, ensuring a smooth, balanced appearance.

💡Clenature Tip: 
After toning, apply 2–3 drops of the serum to your entire face, letting it fully absorb. Then follow up with 1–2 pumps of the peptide moisturizer, focusing more on your cheeks and forehead. This combo helps restore balance, protect your barrier, and keep your skin smooth and well nourished through the ups and downs of autumn.








Winter: The Dry Dilemma

📍Best Pick: Tone Correcting Serum & Peaceful Night Tallow Balm


Winter and combination skin don’t always get along. The colder temps and constant indoor heat can leave your cheeks feeling tight and dry, while your T-zone might still show signs of oiliness. This kind of mix calls for targeted hydration and deeper nourishment to calm, visibly refresh, and help protect your skin's appearance all season long. For this season, our best recommendation is our Tone Correcting Serum paired with the Peaceful Night Tallow Balm. The serum doesn’t just help reduce visible discoloration, it also hydrates and helps with calming the skin using ingredients such as niacinamide and azelaic acid which promotes a more even looking skin tone. Our Peaceful Night Tallow Balm also adds a rich, skin like moisture that’s deeply restorative, making it perfect for cheeks that feel like they’ve been through a snowstorm.

The Science: 

This serum combines Tremella mushroom extract, pomegranate seed oil, kojic acid dipalmitate, and resveratrol which are ingredients that have been studied for their potential to support skin hydration, antioxidant protection, and overall skin appearance. Tremella, a macrofungus rich in polysaccharides, has been shown in research to exhibit moisturizing, antioxidant, and collagen stabilizing properties that may support skin barrier health and texture. When paired with our tallow balm, an ingredient reviewed for its skin biocompatibility and rich profile of fatty acids and fat soluble vitamins, this duo helps maintain hydration and comfort during harsh weather. While ingredients like kojic acid dipalmitate and resveratrol have been explored for their brightening and antioxidant properties, we do not claim this product treats, prevents, or reverses signs of aging.


Source:

Paterska M, et al. “Macrofungal Extracts as a Source of Bioactive Compounds for Cosmetical Anti-Aging Therapy: A Comprehensive Review.” Nutrients. 2024. PMID: 39203946
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39203946/

Russell MF, et al. “Tallow, Rendered Animal Fat, and Its Biocompatibility With Skin: A Scoping Review.” Cureus. 2024. PMID: 38910727
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38910727/

Benefits:
Tone Correcting Serum
✔ Helps reduce visible discoloration
✔ The serum's combination of Tremella mushroom and pomegranate seed oil helps retain moisture and soothe irritated skin, promoting a healthier appearance.

Peaceful Night Tallow Balm
✔ Rich in essential fatty acids and vitamins (A, D, E, K), provides deep hydration and restores comfort to dry, tight areas.

✔ Supports skin barrier function

💡Clenature Tip:  After cleansing, apply 1–2 pumps of the Dark Spot Serum all over your face, focusing on areas that look dull or uneven. Once absorbed, warm a small amount of the Peaceful Night Tallow Balm between your fingertips and gently press it into dry areas like your cheeks or chin. Use this combo at night to wake up to skin that feels calm, hydrated, and more even toned, no matter how cold it gets outside.

Your skin constantly evolves, and understanding how the seasons affect it means you can give it exactly what it needs to stay balanced, hydrated, and radiant all year long. Whether your skin craves deep hydration in winter or oil management in summer, Clenature has the perfect natural solutions to keep you glowing through every season.

Now that you know how to tailor your routine, why wait? Start unlocking your healthiest, most radiant skin yet. Browse Clenature’s full collection of skincare and supplements, and find the perfect products that will work for you, no matter the season.

Please note📌

The scientific research cited here pertains to studies on the individual ingredients mentioned and their general properties, not to the efficacy or claims of the finished Clenature product itself.