Let’s get rid of the internal hysteria caused by greasy, oily, and sticky skin. In this blog, you will find effective solutions for oily skin and ideas to take care of it.
If you are tired of excessive glossiness in your face then you must consider following a routine that allows you to feel good in your skin. Oily skin can be a nightmare if you are a makeup enthusiast and pulling off a seamless look might seem like a dream that never came true. And to worsen this nightmare this type of skin is prone to cause further skin damage if not taken care of properly, which can lead to blackheads in the enlarged and open pores and also severe acne. But it can be taken care of easily if you start to follow some simple steps every day, twice a day.
- Reasons for Oily Skin:
Before you get into the extensive yet doable skincare routine for oily skin first understand the usual origins that cause oily skin. Here are some reasons that can be the reason for your oily skin:
- Genetics – first you need to look into your family whether other family members also have Overactive sebaceous glands or not. If yes, then it might be your DNA that is causing your oily skin.
- Hormonal Imbalances – hormonal issues like thyroid imbalance, improper menstrual cycle, and menopause can be the reason for your oily skin. Hormone imbalances can increase sebum production causing the excess oil on your skin.
- Chemical Products – Taking care of your skin is good but we must consider the fact that too much of everything can be harmful as well. So, if you have started to include too many chemical-based products on your skin then it might turn out to be bad for your skin also. The best way to start your skincare is to go easy on chemical products.
Even though how your skin has turned out to be this oily, the only thing that you must consider is to try and make it not oiler, than it already is. A proper diet and a good skincare routine will help you achieve it. Another mandated step that you will have to complete is testing your skin.
- Test Your Skin in Three Simple Ways:
- Clean your face with gentle chemical-free facewash
- Pat it dry
- Leave it like that for 30 minutes
If the skin especially in the nose and forehead area appears to be shiny then you have oily skin. Otherwise, you will have to find other options to follow, this is exclusive for queens with oily skin type. Every skin is unique we often forget to understand that, everyone is born in a certain way and we should celebrate it. The reason to follow a proper skincare routine is to not make your already oily skin a bit more oiler or your dry skin drier.
- Skin Care Routine
To control excessive sebum production in your skin you will have to follow a day skincare routine and a night skincare routine, holistically. Cleansing might seem like the best way to control your skin but it is not. Here are the steps that you have to follow every day to keep your skin glowing and without any sort of skin-related problems.
- Day Skincare for Oily Skin
Step 1 – Cleanse: It will be better if you choose a foam-based cleanser in the morning, as it might help you clean out all the excess sebum from your skin and leave it aggregable for makeup as well.
Step 2 – Exfoliate: A mild exfoliator will be great to get rid of any accumulated sebum in your open pores (Once every two days).
Step 3 – Toner: Invest in a non-drying toner to help your skin feel well-fed and not exhausted in the morning.
Step 4 – Serum: Salicylic acid or niacinamide-based toner has proven to be the best for oily skin.
Step 5 – Moisturizer: Lightweight and non-greasy moisturizer would be best for oily skin type.
Step 6 – Eye Cream: You can go for a lightweight eye cream for dark circles under your eyes.
Step 7 – Sunscreen: To top off everything, use sunscreen, it will be good if you consult a doctor for this, many people don’t acknowledge what a prescribed sunscreen can do to their skin. Choose a gel-based sunscreen to avoid UV rays on your skin.
If you follow these steps before you go ahead and enhance your beauty with makeup. Looking great is an integral part of feeling confident. And taking care of your skin is the self-care that has to be one of the important steps that everyone needs to follow.
- Night Time Skin Care for Oily Skin
Cleaning all the dirt accumulated on the face and also cleaning every makeup particle is very necessary to have healthy skin overall. To gain good skin you need to follow these steps, regularly, even if you are exhausted or simply drunk:
Step 1 – Cleanse: Use a gentle cleanser but use it twice to remove all the makeup you had on your face the whole day also it will take away all the impurities, dirt, and remaining sunscreen from your face.
Step 2 – Toner: Use the same non-drying toner afterward.
Step 3 – Musk: In every two days you can use a clay-base musk on your skin.
Step 4 – Serum: At night use a Retinol base serum on your skin.
Step 5 – Night cream: a hydrating and nourishing night cream is essential to repair your skin.
Step 6 – Eye Cream: Lastly, use an eye cream under your eyes for best results.
Here’s the list of products and chemicals that you can include in your skincare routine which will turn out to be beneficial for oily skin people.
- Rosemary Extract
- Apple cider vinegar
- Activated charcoal
- Niacinamide
- Ceramides
- Hyaluronic acid
- Salicylic acid
- Neem extracts
- Retinol
- Tea tree oil
Here is a list of products that you never use if you have oily skin:
- Petroleum
- Coconut oil
- Sodium lauryl sulphate
- Lanolin
- Beeswax
The key to having younger-looking skin comes easy for those who have oily skin, and you might seal the deal if you follow these aforementioned steps daily. Consulting a dermatologist is highly recommended before you invest in your skincare products. Your skin still might get acne and breakouts once in a while but overall you will be able to keep healthy and supple skin.
