Ever woke up in the morning with this sudden greasy feeling on your skin? Your skin feels so sticky and shiny that you get this urge to go wash your face immediately. But despite constant rinsing, your skin still feels oily after a couple of hours? If you nodded in agreement to this scenario, then you too are struggling with oily skin. And not only do you wipe and clean your face multiple times in the day, but you also stay away from creamy substances like moisturisers or face oils because your skin is naturally producing so much oil already. But did you know that you can control oily skin and treat it? Let's find out how!
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Causes of Oily Skin
Oily skin is not a very strange condition. It must be surprising to some, but your skin is a natural producer of oils. The surface of your skin is made up of thousands of pores. Under these pores, you have the sebaceous glands that produce sebum, the skin's natural oil. Sebum is good for your skin as it helps keep it hydrated and healthy. However, when the sebaceous glands start producing excess sebum, the skin starts to feel greasy, which leads to oily skin.
Getting oily skin is not a dermatological problem. There can be many reasons for oily skin, such as the environment you live in, your lifestyle, and even genetics. The place where you live can also be a reason for oily skin. People living in a hot and humid environment are more likely to have oily skin than people living in comparatively colder areas. Similarly, your skin tends to produce more sebum than normal, which not only makes the skin oilier but also leads to acne and breakouts.
2. Avoid Direct Exposure to the Sun
Even though your skin is already oily and humid, exposing it to direct sunlight can dehydrate it and make it dry. This can trigger your already oily skin to overproduce oil, which can further lead to oiliness. Thus, always apply sunscreen before stepping out. At Pure Sense, we understand that not just your skin, your lips are equally important and need protection from the sun. Try the
Pure Sense Grapefruit UV Protection Lip Balm - it not only keeps your lips hydrated and moisturised but also acts as a sunscreen for your lips by shielding them from the harmful UV rays of the sun. Including an exotic lip balm like this in your oily skin treatment can help you get moisturised, luscious, and supple lips.
Oily Skin Treatment
There are a number of steps you can follow for oily skin treatment, right from the comfort of your home. Here are a few things that you can do:
1. Wash Your Face Regularly
For oily skin treatment, it is always better to wash your face twice a day. Washing your face with a good quality cleanser will thoroughly clean your face, right from the internal regions to the surface. Try the
Pure Sense Rejuvenating Grapefruit Revitalising Face Cleansing Gel. It is gentle on your skin, deeply cleans it, unclogs your pores, removes dirt, bacteria, and discards all the sebum formed as a result of oily skin. It's also sulphate and paraben-free, which means your skin is in good hands. However, wash your face only twice a day, as overwashing may strip off some of the skin's natural oils as well.
3. Pat Dry Your Face After Washing
Once you're done cleansing your face, use a microfibre towel to gently pat it dry. Since oily skin causes acne and large pores on your face, you need to be delicate while dealing with it. Wiping it off in a rough manner may increase the sebum production, making the skin oilier. Hence, always pat dry it gently.
4. Blotting Papers and Medicated Pads
Another way to treat oily skin is to use blotting paper or a medicated pad. Take a fresh strip of blotting paper and gently place it onto your skin. Don't rub or press it too hard as that may be too rough on the skin. A blotting paper absorbs the excess oil that gets trapped on the surface of your skin. Alternatively, you can use a medicated pad, infused with cleansing agents containing ingredients like salicylic acid or glycolic acid. Even though blotting papers or pads don't affect the sebum production of the skin, they can help you cleanse the pores, instantaneously, and thus, are good for oily skin treatment. Always use a fresh strip whenever you decide to clean your face, because a used one may cause the oils and dirt to be pushed back into the pores.
5. Follow a Systematic Skincare Routine
Your ideal skincare regime for oily skin treatment should include at least these three things: a cleanser to deep clean your skin, an exfoliator to scrub the dry skin cells and cleanse your pores, and lastly, a face mask to relax and rejuvenate your skin while allowing new skin cells to repair and recover. What if we told you that you could achieve all three steps with one, remarkable skincare product? Yes, it's possible with the
Pure Sense Grapefruit Revitalising 3 in 1 Face Mask, Scrub, and Cleanser. This product does the collective job of cleansing, exfoliating, and reviving your skin. It contains Kaolin clay that gently exfoliates the skin and discards dead cells, grapefruit that cleanses and revitalises the skin, and Capric Triglyceride, which softens and moisturises the skin.
Oily Skin Prevention
Why wait to get oily skin and then struggle to manage it? Let's look at some ways of oily skin prevention, by which you can stay prepared well in advance:
1. Find a Consistent Skincare Routine
As simple as it may seem, following a skincare routine religiously can help in oily skin treatment, as well as prevention, well in advance. As discussed above, follow an easy three-step approach that consists of a face cleanser, exfoliator, and a face mask. Along with these, you can also include a refreshing toner and a nourishing moisturiser, and make your skin feel relaxed and nourished.
2. Focus on Your Makeup Products
Use makeup products that are specifically designed for oily skin, i.e., products that are non-comedogenic and oil-free in nature. Your products should have the ‘oil-free' label on them. Even in the case of skincare, opt for something that is suitable for oily skin. For example, instead of using a cream-based sunscreen, use a water-based sunscreen. Similarly, pick a moisturiser with a gel-based or lightweight formula. Applying makeup regularly to cover up your oily skin, can further clog your pores, and can do more damage than good.
3. Be Mindful of Your Diet
Create a diet that includes wholesome and nutritious substances like fruits, nuts, and vegetables, which stock up your system with essential nutrients by hydrating them and flushing out excess and harmful toxins.
4. Remove Your Makeup Before Sleeping
Allow your skin some space to breathe. Let those pores expand and receive the air and oxygen they need. Oily skin causes unclogged pores and grimy skin. To treat this, you need a good quality cleansing oil to remove your makeup before sleeping and follow it up with a facial cleanser that works well on oily skin. This will deeply cleanse your skin, open up the pores, and let your skin recover during the night. What you can do is dab some
Pure Sense Relaxing Macadamia Deep Nourishing Face Cleansing Oil on a cotton pad, and gently wipe your skin to remove the dirt and impurities. Follow this up with the Pure Sense Rejuvenating Grapefruit Revitalising Face Cleansing Gel to double cleanse your oily skin. Both these products work for all skin types and can work their charm on oily skin too.
5. Exfoliate Less
Although exfoliating has its own benefits on clogged, oily skin, over-exfoliation can also have detrimental effects on your skin. So, you can exfoliate two to three times a week, instead of doing it on a regular basis. Too much exfoliation can be rough on the skin and dehydrate it, while stripping it off its natural oils. This makes the skin extremely dry and triggers it to produce more sebum, to compensate for the dryness.How do I stop my face from being so oily?|What food causes oily skin?|How can I control my oily skin naturally?Oily skin can be difficult to deal with and almost unmanageable at most times. To deal with oily skin in the best way, it is advisable to keep following the recommended tips. Simple steps like following a consistent skincare routine, using the right skincare products, and following a proper diet can help. You can also create some useful homemade face packs using natural products like aloe vera gel, Multani Mitti (fuller's earth), and olive oil. These have amazing effects when it comes to treating oily skin at home.|Foods rich in sugar and trans fats can be harmful to your skin. Avoid food that is too oily or greasy and refrain from carbohydrates. Carbohydrates can trigger the skin cells to produce sebum, making it oilier and greasier than before. Switch to a wholesome diet containing raw vegetables, fruits, pulses, and nuts, along with foods rich in Vitamin A and fibres that are a good option for people with oily skin. If you have a sweet tooth, you can munch on some dark chocolate. It keeps oily skin in control by reducing inflammation and controlling oil production.|To give your skin the best form of natural skincare, choose skincare products that work well on oily skin, and are pure and natural in nature. The
Pure Sense range of products is not only organic and gentle on your skin, they are also free from any added chemicals like sulphates, parabens, and carcinogens, which can negatively impact your skin. Additionally, you can also brew up some relaxing homemade face masks for oily skin. Fuller's earth or Multani Mitti is an age-old remedy that helps tackle oily skin. It absorbs the excess oil on your skin and helps deal with bacteria and dead skin cells.
Conclusion
As you delve deeper into the process of tackling oily skin, make sure to follow the basic steps and procedures. Along with the steps suggested above, you can concoct some rejuvenating homemade masks using aloe vera and olive oil. Aloe vera has antibacterial properties that help reduce inflammation and prevent breakouts. Olive oil keeps your skin hydrated and minimises breakouts and excess sebum. Oatmeal also forms an enriching home remedy for oily skin. It not only absorbs excess oils, but its consistency acts as a natural exfoliator too! To effectively use it as a good face mask for oily skin, you can combine oatmeal with curd and honey to give you a soothing feeling. Keep following the steps you need to make your skin richer, healthier, and happier.
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