If you wonder what's causing skin your to be oily, the short answer is your genes and hormones, according to "A.D.A.M Medical Encyclopedia." Oily skin is prone to large pores, shininess and acne, according to smartskincare.com. Skin becomes oily when it produces an excess amount of sebum, which is a substance that works to retain moisture in the skin. In exchange for a greater risk of pimples, oily skin types may not develop as many wrinkles, says mothernature.com). Several products may help to minimize oil and guard against breakouts.
Cleansing Products
The best remedy for oily skin is to keep it well-cleansed by using lukewarm water and soap, or a soapless cleanser, says "A.D.A.M Medical Encyclopedia." Washing your face twice a day with a cleanser that contains the beta hyrodxy acid, a salicylic acid, can help to remove excess oil from your skin, according to smartskincare.com.
Gently massage facial cleanser into your skin with your finger trips. Scrubbing and over-washing can actually promote the production of oil and cause your skin to become flaky.
Toners
Toners may be just what the doctor ordered for oily skin, according to Smart Skin Care.com. Toners help to clear away dirt, oil and other debris from the skin. While people with normal or dry skin may want to stay away from alcohol-based toners because they tend to be drying, very oily skin may benefit from these effects.
Toners that contain witch hazel, cedarwood or lemon may help to absorb excess oil from the skin, says Holistic Online.com.
Humectant Moisturizers
Every skin type benefits from moisturizers. The best moisturizing product for oily skin contains humectants that work by carrying water from deep within the tissues to the outermost layer of the skin, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center, or UMMC.
Sulfur
Sulfur can be very drying on the skin and may help to clear away pore-clogging dead skin cells along with excess oil, according to the Mayo Clinic. Sulfur is frequently mixed with salicylic acid and other acne-fighting ingredients.
Oil-Absorbing Masks
A facial mask that consists of mud, clay or oats may help to draw oil out of the skin, according to Holistic Online.com. Masks containing fruits and essential oils including strawberries and lemon may also remove excess oil, says Mother Nature.com.
Herbal Steamers
Opening up your pours with steam a couple of times per week can help to clear out dirt and remove excess oil, notes Mother Nature.com. A facial sauna using dried or fresh herbs such as rosebuds and licorice root can be particularly beneficial for oily skin, says Holistic Online. Allow the steam to soak into your face for about 15 minutes and then rinse with cold water.
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