Wouldn’t you just like your skin to look radiant, not oily? It’s not all bad because we need oil to keep our skin soft and maintain the barrier that keeps moisture in. But excess oil leaves many of us worried about pimples, an overly shiny face and the stress of our makeup slipping off within hours. The good news: It’s possible to get oily skin under control. If you’re wondering about the best skin care products for you, we have an oily skin care routine with Eminence Organic Skin Care product recommendations. But first, let’s find out if you have oily skin and identify with these symptoms.
5 symptoms of oily skin you may notice
Check out the symptoms below to determine if you have oily skin:
1. The skin is oily to the touch
Is your skin oily to the touch? Do you have to use blotting paper or tissue to remove excess oil? If so, you probably have oily skin. This skin type is due to the sebaceous glands under your pores, which produce natural oils called sebum. Sebum keeps your skin healthy and protected, but if your skin is oily to the touch, the sebaceous glands are working overtime producing excess oil.
2. A radiant appearance
You know you have oily skin if your skin is always shiny, even shortly after washing your face. If your T-zone (forehead, nose and chin) is mostly shiny looking, this is another sign that you have oily skin.
3. You have great resources
You have large, visible pores around the nose? Do your pores clog up too often? These are additional signs of an oily skin type.
4. Your skin absorbs makeup quickly
Makeup may look flawless or unblended for dry skin types, but for oily skin types, makeup acts differently and absorbs into the skin’s surface. Not only can cosmetics disappear into the skin, any remaining makeup also slides off during the day. You may find yourself dusting excessively to lock everything.
5. Acne breakouts and blackheads
Since oily skins have enlarged pores that clog easily, oily skin types often suffer from blackheads and pimples.
How to get rid of oily skin
As Dr. Hooman Khorasani, Dermatologist and Plastic Surgeon explains, if you have oily skin, your skin produces more oil which leads to side effects like acne breakouts and constant shine all over the face. Here are some easy ways to keep oily skin under control.
Avoid over cleaning
“To combat oily skin, many people make the mistake of over-cleansing, which doesn’t necessarily stop oil production, but can lead to dry skin,” she says. Dr. Khorasani. It seems logical that washing your face would help remove excess oil, but avoid over-cleansing to avoid stripping the skin’s natural barrier.
Choose a gel or lotion
The cleanser you choose is vital. For oily skin types, choose cleansers that are in gel or lotion formulations, Dr. Khorasani advises. You can choose a cleanser with BHA like salicylic acid which will help dissolve excess oil.
Apply light moisturizers
Choosing moisturizers can be a challenge for oily skin, but lightweight or “matte” moisturizers can be a solution. Oil-absorbing sheets are always good to have on hand during the day as well, advises Dr. Khorasani.
An oily skin care routine
One of the best ways to deal with oily skin is through it skin care routine. Here are the steps and the best skin care products we recommend to keep your oily skin looking fresh and matte.
1. Double cleaning
A skincare myth to bust: Oil cleansers make skin oilier. In fact, they can actually improve the appearance of oily skin by absorbing excess sebum from its surface. Heidi Waldorf, MD he says Cosmopolitan: “It may sound obnoxious, but Oil cleansers were made for oily skin types. The oil in the face wash attracts your skin’s sebum so you can wash both off without stripping your face.” One of the best ways to give oily skin a thorough—yet gentle—cleanse is to add a double cleanse to your skincare routine. Start by removing excess oil and makeup with Stone Crop Cleansing Oil, then cleanse on a deeper scale with your favorite Eminence Organics cleanser. For oily skin, use a face wash designed for problem skin, such as Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser, which will help even out the look of skin.
2. Exfoliate (gentle)
Exfoliation is one of the most important steps for oily skin — but don’t overdo it. Gentle exfoliation helps remove build-up on the skin’s surface as well as unclogs and minimize pores.
3. Hydration (Yes, Really)
Adding moisture to already smooth skin can be counterintuitive, but it’s an important step in oily skin care. In fact, a lack of hydration can cause the skin to produce even more sebum in an attempt to retain moisture. Stanley Kovak, MD he says SELF: “Believe it or not, a moisturizer will add moisture to the skinminimizing the skin’s perception of being too dry. Adding moisture to the skin helps reduce oiliness because it helps slow sebum production.
We recommend keeping oily skin hydrated and healthy by using a lightweight moisturizer that doubles to minimize pores and control oiliness. Some of our popular moisturizers for oily skin:
4. Use a toner
Still feeling greasy? Keep skin matte all day with Red Currant Mattifying Mist. This revitalizing mist is infused with naturally astringent redcurrant and elderberry to tighten pores, as well as a Youth Shield antioxidant complex that hydrates and protects skin from elemental abuse.
Retail customer Shannon she says in her 5-star review on our website: “I love this toner! A spritz combats any shine I might have and makes my moisturizer last twice as long. I use it in conjunction with the Red Currant Protective Moisturizer, and it really ups its game. My skin has never looked better! My skin is smooth, soft, matte, toned and protected…”
Struggling with this skin type? We’d love to hear your tips and tricks on how to stop oily skin. Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and join the conversation on social media.
