Hydrafine Gentle Gel Cleanser 200ml

Hydrafine Gentle Gel Cleanser combines the antioxidant-rich power of green Rooibos with Marinematt, which absorbs excess surface oil, Lamesoft®, which helps replenish the skin’s natural moisturising factor and Vitamin E that helps to protect the skin barrier by calming sensitive and irritated skin. This cleanser creates a soothing lather that lifts away impurities while maintaining your skin’s natural balance. Ideal for normal and combination skin, this sulphate-free formula leaves your skin feeling clean, calm and refreshed without stripping away the skin’s natural oils.

Understanding Normal and Combination Skin

Normal and combination skin are two of the most common, yet often misunderstood, skin types.  Normal skin is considered the ideal: balanced, with minimal concerns. But just because it’s low maintenance doesn’t mean it doesn’t need care!

Combination skin, on the other hand, is a little trickier – typically oilier in the T-zone (forehead, nose, chin) and drier or normal on the cheeks. When it comes to skin, knowledge is power – and the right routine makes all the difference.

Skin Type Checklist: Normal vs Combination Skin

Normal Skin

Characteristics:

• Balanced oil and moisture levels
• Soft, smooth texture
• No visible pores or only slightly visible
• Rarely breaks out
• Even tone, healthy glow
• Not too dry or too oily
• May become oilier in summer and drier in winter, requiring adjusted skin care routines.

Person might say:

“I don’t really have any major skin issues.”
“My skin feels fine most of the time.”

Needs:

• Gentle daily skin care
• Hydration to maintain balance
• Protection against environmental damage
• Prevention of early ageing signs

Combination Skin

Characteristics:

• Oily in the T-zone (forehead, nose, chin)
• Dry or normal on the cheeks
• Occasional breakouts in the oily areas
• May have enlarged pores on the nose or chin
• Can feel both oily and dry at the same time
• May become oilier in summer and drier in winter, requiring adjusted skin care routines.

A person might say:
“My forehead gets shiny, but my cheeks feel dry.”
“I struggle to find products that work everywhere.”

Needs:

• Balancing products that hydrate without clogging pores
• Oil control in the T-zone
• Lightweight, non-greasy textures
• Soothing care for dry or sensitive areas

Annique Rooibos’ approach to skin care is unique. We have more than 5 decades of experience in Rooibos-based skin care solutions and rituals that provide visible results. One of our recommendations is to only cleanse your face once a day, at night.

Cleanse Only at Night

At night your skin needs a deep reset from all the elements it is exposed to during the day, such as sweat, make-up, pollution, bacteria and dirt.

Cleansing at night helps remove the buildup and gives your skin a clean slate to absorb the treatments products from the Forever Young Anti-Ageing and Essense Treatment ranges more effectively.

Cleansing in the morning can lead to over-cleansing that can disrupt your skin barrier, strip away tour skin’s natural oils and lead to dryness or irritation. In the morning you can rinse your face with lukewarm Rooibos water (dilute a cup of Rooibos in your wash basin water) and apply your treatment products as required with the Annique Rooibos moisturiser best suited to your skin and a sunscreen.