Oily Skin Care

... Solutions that Work!

Do you need an oily skin care routine? Is your T-Zone leaking oil? Oily skin is prone to blackheads, whiteheads, and pimples. Of course, you can count on the ugliest zit to pop up exactly when you least want it to!

Oily Skin - the Cause

Over-active sebaceous glands are responsible for the "glow". These glands are busy producing excessive sebum.

Sebum is normal. It’s your skin’s natural lubricant. It carries dead cells to the surface. Yet when there is too much sebum, an imbalance occurs and problems set in. Excessive oil on the skin’s surface is a magnet for dirt and grime. The dirt causes pores to clog. This in turn leads to blemishes.

While oily skin can be genetic, hormones also play a role. Hormones go crazy during the teen years, kicking oil-producing glands into overdrive. Almost everyone has problem skin at this age. But it doesn't necessarily end with the teens. Many battle oily skin for years.

What to do?

Unfortunately, you cannot completely eliminate oily skin... but you can take steps to keep it under control.

Oily Skin Care Solutions

Preventing pores from clogging is the best defense against blackheads and acne. To do this, it's essential that you keep your skin clean. Follow these tips:

• Wash your face morning and night. Use a gentle, natural cleanser. Pass on products that are overly drying.

  Contrary to popular wisdom, stripping oil from skin will only trigger glands to produce more... causing the opposite of what you want. The goal is to remove excess oil, but not eliminate the protective moisture barrier.

• Choose an oily skin cleanser or an all natural soap. Unlike conventional soap, natural soap is kind to skin.
• Always use warm water, never hot. This will help preserve needed moisture. And no cold water splashes! Be gentle.
• End with a mild astringent or toner. This will tighten pores, smooth the skin's surface, and remove any trace of dirt or cleanser.
• Apply a facial mask-oily skin treatment once or twice a week for an extra oil-clearing boost. Buy Fullers Earth clay, found at Mountain Rose Herbs, does an exceptional job of deep-cleaning oily, acne-prone skin.
• Use facial blotting papers to soak up midday shine. Press along the T-Zone... forehead, nose, and chin. (For more information, read oily skin remedy).
• Use water-based cosmetics or products designated as oily skin makeup. Oily products will aggravate the condition and could encourage blemishes.
• Remove makeup before you go to bed ...no matter how tired you are! (It only takes a minute or two.)
• Eat a healthy diet. Include lots of fresh fruits and vegetables... definitely healthy foods for skin! But don’t feel guilty about eating that piece of chocolate. Chocolate is not responsible for acne.
• Make time for fun and relaxation. There's a correlation between stress and acne.

Combination Skin

A combination of oily and dry skin is very common. In fact it is estimated that up to 70% of people have this skin type. The T-zone has larger pores and produces more oil. Yet the cheeks, the area around the eyes, and the neck may be dry.

Extra care is needed for combination skin, but keep it simple. Rather than using two cleansers, choose a product specifically designed for this skin type. Follow with a moisturizer for oily skin, applied to dry spots.

Products for Oily Skin

I recommend natural skin care products. Conventional products are loaded with untested, potentially harmful chemicals. Experiment to find what works for you.

The bottom line on the best oily skin care? A simple, healthy routine and all natural skincare products!

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