Top Products to Fight Oily Skin
Those who suffer from overly oily skin will know just how much of a battle it can be to maintain an even complexion. It can sometimes feel like a full-time job!
There are plenty of reasons for oily skin, ranging from genetics to hormones to using the wrong products to even something like the weather.
Using the wrong product can also exacerbate an oily skin problem. Using too much or too little product, or using a product containing too much oil can result in a skin surface that feels like it is covered in an oil slick or too dry.
It can be tricky to achieve an ideal balance of products to give you the needed results. If you choose the right products with the right ingredients, you will see a reduction in sebum production, drier skin that is still hydrated, and a reduction in the level of shine.
It is important to follow a skincare routine that tackles all the issues to achieve an overall effect and healthier skin.
Here are some recommendations of products that have been proven to work extremely well for overly oily skin.
Cleanser
Oily skin needs to be well cleaned but without irritating. The cleaner, healthier you can make your pores, the better are your chances to prevent them from getting clogged up with excess sebum. Remember, excess sebum can mix with impurities to cause blackheads.
Dermalogica Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash 177mL, a foaming wash which provides gentle exfoliation, removes excess oil and dead skin cells while soothing irritation.
Serum
A good quality serum will work on pores to minimize their size, which will help control the amounts of visible oil that appear on your face. If the ‘holes’ in which the oil has the chance to get through are smaller than they were before, then you will notice there is less oil on your skin surface and, therefore, less visible shine.
Skinceuticals Silymarin CF 30mL, an oil-free Antioxidant Serum that visibly decreases skin oiliness and minimizes pores, fades dark spots and aging signs while smoothing out the skin.
Moisturizer
It might seem counter-intuitive, but oily skin still needs moisturizer. You will have to find a light, oil-free moisturizer not to add to your natural oil and help keep your face shine-free. The sheerer the formula, the better. All you need is a hydrating, firming moisturizer that will protect you against environmental factors and free radical damage.
Normaderm Phytosolution Double Correction Daily Care 50mL, a moisturizer that not only hydrates the oily skin, but also corrects the appearance of blackheads, enlarged pores and pimples by reducing oil production.
Sunscreen
Whatever your skin type, you should never forget the importance of daily protection against the sun. A good daily sunscreen, with a high SPF, is a must for oily skin. The suitable formulation will help absorb excess oil and will promote a long-lasting mattifying effect that will help keep the shine at bay.
Avene Cleanance Sunscreen SPF 50 50mL, a daily sunscreen that protects the skin against solar radiation. Ideal for oily skin, it helps absorb excess oil and promotes a long-term mattifying effect.
