Having oily skin can completely ruin your day before it even begins. Picture this. You just washed your face and after you put on your clothes, there it is. Your forehead is like a shining beacon for everyone to see. You might curse your genes for having oily skin but you can’t change who you are. What you can do is change your beauty regimen to make your face as oil free as possible.
First and foremost, caring for your oily skin needs the right kind of cleanser. Make it a habit to wash your face every morning and every night before you go to sleep. Never ever sleep with your makeup on. You might regret it when you wake up.
Fight oil with oil. Did you know that cleansers containing oil can make oily skin clearer? Crazy as that sounds it’s true. Really. Oil based cleansers work as a solvent for sebum and other oily gunk that’s blocking your pores. They also prevent cleanser detergents from stripping away your skin’s natural moisture.
Tip: Using a cleanser containing salicylic acid can also help remove oil from the surface of your skin.
If you think exfoliating your skin everyday will make it less oily, think again. This will activate your oil glands and make them produce more oil. You’re face will end up shinier than ever. So to control the oil exfoliate once a week.
2% Salicylic Acid a day keeps the oil away. If you have an oily T-zone, soak a cotton pad with an alcohol-free salicylic acid toner and wipe down your forehead, nose and chin. Do this after washing your face.
Moisturize. Even oily skin needs moisturizers. Use a light, oil-free product. For the summer, use an oil controlling primer instead.
Care for your skin. Treat your oily skin once a week with a face mask containing 2% salicylic acid or 2.5% benzoyl peroxide to unclog the pores. For sensitive yet oily skin, use a gentle clay mask.
Sun protect your oily skin. There are lots of sunscreen products for oily skin. Most people even use alcohol-based gels. But use a product that works well for you.
Coverage for oily skin. Unlike heavy foundations that clog pores, mineral powder foundations actually absorb oil and won’t clog your pores. These can also give you a matte, natural looking, flawless finish.
Most importantly: Drink 8-10 glasses of water. Yeah it’s a lot but this moisturizes your skin and flushes out toxins that can cause your skin to break out.
By following these simple, helpful tips you can control your oily skin and keep it healthy. Even if you still have to deal with it on a daily basis, it won’t ruin your life. So stop wishing that you have normal skin, instead be thankful for knowing how to work with your oily skin.
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