How to take care of oily skin

What is oily skin

Oily skin is a type in which the sebaceous glands work very active, and therefore the skin shines and inflames more often. This is an innate characteristic, that is, it cannot be changed.

With an oily type, pores are clearly visible on the face and a greasy sheen may appear, but the latter is not at all necessary. At different ages, the amount of sebum can change, for example, increase during puberty and after ovulation, decrease after menopause. Also, various factors can increase greasiness:

• stress, which increases the production of the hormone cortisol;
• a diet high in refined carbohydrates;
• inadequate water intake;
• an increase in ambient temperature, so in summer our skin often seems oily.

Is it bad to have oily skin

No. Often people with oily skin considerthat they pulled out an unlucky ticket, but this is not so. Yes, in their youth they are more likely to encounter rashes and clogged pores, but they later appear wrinkles. In addition, it is much easier for people with this type to maintain a normal level of skin hydration.

How to take care of oily skin

The most important - not bring before dehydration. In this condition, the sebaceous glands begin to work more actively, and the skin becomes sensitive. To do this, it is necessary not only to moisturize the skin from the inside (with sufficient water intake) and from the outside (with care), but also to protect the surface layer of lipids, which lock water inside and do not let it evaporate. So you can control fat content.

And to avoid clogged pores and breakouts, the skin needs to be gently exfoliated.

What to buy

• Rice powder exfoliant Ester C from Gigi, 2 840 rubles →
• Stop‑Acne Enzyme Enzyme Powder from Aravia Professional, 1,049 rubles →
• Holika Holika Cleansing Enzymatic Face Powder, 1,560 rubles →
• Enzyme Peeling Powder from Janssen Cosmetics, 3,145 rubles →
• Refining Enzyme & Vitamin C Cleanser from Babor, 3,500 rubles →
• Enzyme powder for washing from Sendo, 446 rubles →
• Enzyme powder with green tea from By Wishtrend, 2 290 rubles →
• Peeling discs for cleansing the skin from Oncemore, 452 rubles →

What should be the cleansing of oily skin

For cleansing, you need soft products. Contrary to popular belief, oily skin should not be thoroughly scrubbed and washed to a squeak. Otherwise, on the contrary, you can only increase the activity of the sebaceous glands.

And to reduce the number of blackheads and rashes, you can use mild enzyme powders or light products with acids every three days or once a week. They will help remove extra layers dead cells.

It is worth washing in the morning and in the evening, as well as after training.

What to buy

• Gel for washing from Caudalie, 1 560 rubles →
• Cleansing mousse from Bioderma, 1,736 rubles →
• Gel for intensive cleansing from CeraVe, 952 rubles →
• Cleansing gel for washing from Holy Land, 1 269 rubles →
• Gel for washing with fruit acids from Uriage, 992 rubles →

What should be toning

This is also a mandatory step in the care of any skin. Tonic, like cleanser, should not contain alcohol and other aggressive ingredients that can dry out the skin. Otherwise, you can choose any tool that suits and likes.

What to buy

• Exfoliating facial tonic from pixi, 1,500 rubles →
• Mattifying face lotion from Bioderma, 2,176 rubles →
• Facial cleansing tonic from Caudalie, 1 560 rubles →
• Tonic for narrowing the pores from Aravia, 481 rubles →
• Glycolic acid facial tonic from The Ordinary, 1,452 rubles →

What should be the cream

Despite the fact that the skin is oily and seems already moisturized, it is still important every time after washing. apply moisturizing cream. And in the summer, look for a product that contains a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.

It is better that the cream is water-based and does not contain components that can provoke black dots (comedogenic substances). For example, such as beloved by many coconut oil. The same rule applies to all cosmetics.

What to buy

• Mattifying face gel cream from Payot, 1,930 rubles →
• Mattifying moisturizing fluid from Caudalie, 4 136 rubles →
• Moisturizing face and neck cream from Bioderma, 1,112 rubles →
• Face, neck and decollete cream from Gigi, 3,104 rubles →
• Cream for problem skin from Dr. Jart+, 1 890 rubles →
• Creamy mist with ceramides by Dr. Jart +, 1 480 rubles →

What other products can be added to oily skin care

If desired, you can also use masks that absorb a little sebum, as well as moisturizing serums, if they suit you.

And to to avoid excess shine, try blotting your face with a mattifying wipe or powdering it at the end of applying makeup.

What to buy

• Mud mask from Gigi, 2 696 rubles →
• Detox mask from Caudalie, 1,600 rubles →
• Purifying mud mask from Ahava, 3 238 rubles →
• Rejuvenating mud mask with Dead Sea minerals from SeaCare, 922 rubles →
• Cleansing mask with activated charcoal from Aravia, 395 rubles →

What not to do if you have oily skin

Basically, this is necessary avoid to all:

• Try not to touch your face with your hands unnecessarily, especially dirty ones.
• Don't forget about sun protection.
• Do not choose cosmetics based on the reviews of friends or bloggers. Some products work great but just won't work for you, like a two-phase oil cleanse.

When to see a dermatologist if you have oily skin

Oily skin itself is not a problem, but a normal condition. But if you worries excessive shine or rashes, then contact a dermatovenereologist who will advise how to correct the condition.