Expert Tips
How to Care for Oily Skin
Expert Tips
How to Care for Oily Skin
Identifying your skin type is a crucial step when it comes to supporting your skin health. However, for those of us with oily skin, managing excess shine and associated flare-ups can seem rather daunting. What skincare is best? Are moisturizers and face oils suitable?If you find yourself wondering how to care for oily skin, our guide can. From the underlying causes and functions of the skin to the best product options, here’s how to help nourish an oily complexion.Oily skin is the result of the skin’s sebaceous gland overproducing sebum (the skin’s natural moisturizer).A sebaceous gland is located under each pore and naturally produces sebum for lubrication, but too much can create a shiny or greasy appearance.Oil production on the skin isn’t constant. It may fluctuate based on various factors such as:
What Causes Oily Skin?
- Age– as you age your skin loses protein (collagen), causing the sebaceous gland to reduce sebum production
- Climate – living somewhere that is hot and humid can make you more prone to an oily complexion
- Genetics – oily skin tends to be hereditary
- Texture – larger pores may produce greater amounts of oil
How to Know if You Have Oily Skin
Identifying your skin type is a crucial step when it comes to supporting your skin health. However, for those of us with oily skin, managing excess shine and associated flare-ups can seem rather daunting. What skincare is best? Are moisturizers and face oils suitable?If you find yourself wondering how to care for oily skin, our guide can. From the underlying causes and functions of the skin to the best product options, here’s how to help nourish an oily complexion.Oily skin is the result of the skin’s sebaceous gland overproducing sebum (the skin’s natural moisturizer).A sebaceous gland is located under each pore and naturally produces sebum for lubrication, but too much can create a shiny or greasy appearance.Oil production on the skin isn’t constant. It may fluctuate based on various factors such as:
What Causes Oily Skin?
- Age– as you age your skin loses protein (collagen), causing the sebaceous gland to reduce sebum production
- Climate – living somewhere that is hot and humid can make you more prone to an oily complexion
- Genetics – oily skin tends to be hereditary
- Texture – larger pores may produce greater amounts of oil
How to Know if You Have Oily Skin
You may have already identified that you have oily skin, however, if you are unsure, the main identifiers are:People with acne-prone skin have increased sebum production, similar to oily skin.However, their elevated sebum levels combine with dead skin cells to block the pilosebaceous unit, which consists of hair follicles and sebaceous glands. This causes inflammation and the subsequent acne spots, such as comedones, pustules, nodules and cysts on the face or body.While changing your skin type isn’t possible, balancing oil production is. Introducing a few simple habits could help manage your oily skin concerns:1) Don’t touch your face – constantly touching your face throughout the day spreads bacteria and oil from your hands to your face, increasing oiliness.2) Avoid sleeping in makeup – failing to remove makeup may clog pores, causing breakouts.3) Use fermented oil – the molecules of fermented botanicals mimic the composition of skin’s sebum, signaling to skin to stop producing natural oils.4) Wear sunscreen – to protect against sun damage whilst managing an oily appearance, opt for a sunscreen that is fragrance and oil-free.5) Consider your skincare routine – a good skincare routine can go a long way towards controlling the side effects of an oily complexion.
- Shiny skin that may feel oily when touched
- Acne or regular breakouts on the face, neck and chest
- Skin that feels dry right after showering, but oily after an hour
Oily Skin and Acne
How to Prevent Oily Skin
Skincare for Oily Skin
You may have already identified that you have oily skin, however, if you are unsure, the main identifiers are:People with acne-prone skin have increased sebum production, similar to oily skin.However, their elevated sebum levels combine with dead skin cells to block the pilosebaceous unit, which consists of hair follicles and sebaceous glands. This causes inflammation and the subsequent acne spots, such as comedones, pustules, nodules and cysts on the face or body.While changing your skin type isn’t possible, balancing oil production is. Introducing a few simple habits could help manage your oily skin concerns:1) Don’t touch your face – constantly touching your face throughout the day spreads bacteria and oil from your hands to your face, increasing oiliness.2) Avoid sleeping in makeup – failing to remove makeup may clog pores, causing breakouts.3) Use fermented oil – the molecules of fermented botanicals mimic the composition of skin’s sebum, signaling to skin to stop producing natural oils.4) Wear sunscreen – to protect against sun damage whilst managing an oily appearance, opt for a sunscreen that is fragrance and oil-free.5) Consider your skincare routine – a good skincare routine can go a long way towards controlling the side effects of an oily complexion.
- Shiny skin that may feel oily when touched
- Acne or regular breakouts on the face, neck and chest
- Skin that feels dry right after showering, but oily after an hour
Oily Skin and Acne
How to Prevent Oily Skin
Skincare for Oily Skin
Having oily skin can make selecting skincare a bit confusing. If your skin is already naturally over compensating with sebum, should you add moisturizer? Likewise, should you use face oil if you have oily skin?There is a common misconception that you should avoid oil-based products if you have an oily complexion or acne. However, the right kind of moisturizers and face oils could have extensive benefits for this skin type.While applying more moisture to an oily complexion may seem contradictory, not applying a moisturizer could cause your skin to produce even more oil in an attempt to stay hydrated.This is especially true for acne, with treatments being incredibly harsh and drying, stripping the skin of natural lubrication. Restoring hydration is key to avoiding a cyclical pattern of excess oil production that may trigger an acne flare-up.Selecting a lightweight moisturizer with soothing, rebalancing properties such as The One Restorative Cream. Formulated with croton cajucara (Sanoma) leaf oil, skin is left deeply nourished, without excess shine for a visibly calmer complexion.
Moisturizer for Oily Skin
Having oily skin can make selecting skincare a bit confusing. If your skin is already naturally over compensating with sebum, should you add moisturizer? Likewise, should you use face oil if you have oily skin?There is a common misconception that you should avoid oil-based products if you have an oily complexion or acne. However, the right kind of moisturizers and face oils could have extensive benefits for this skin type.While applying more moisture to an oily complexion may seem contradictory, not applying a moisturizer could cause your skin to produce even more oil in an attempt to stay hydrated.This is especially true for acne, with treatments being incredibly harsh and drying, stripping the skin of natural lubrication. Restoring hydration is key to avoiding a cyclical pattern of excess oil production that may trigger an acne flare-up.Selecting a lightweight moisturizer with soothing, rebalancing properties such as The One Restorative Cream. Formulated with croton cajucara (Sanoma) leaf oil, skin is left deeply nourished, without excess shine for a visibly calmer complexion.
Moisturizer for Oily Skin
Face Oil for Oily SkinIt’s important to consider the type of oil and its impact on sebum production, as not oils are created equal.Fermented oils with bioavailable molecules actually mimic skin’s sebum, absorbing to deeper layers and signaling to skin that it has enough moisture. Packed with potent antioxidants, they ensure that skin is calmed and more resilient in the face of external stressors.Our range of Postbiomic™ Oils have been formulated with this in mind. Rich in linoleic acid, they help support a healthy and hydrated skin barrier and glowing complexion.
Face Oil for Oily SkinIt’s important to consider the type of oil and its impact on sebum production, as not oils are created equal.Fermented oils with bioavailable molecules actually mimic skin’s sebum, absorbing to deeper layers and signaling to skin that it has enough moisture. Packed with potent antioxidants, they ensure that skin is calmed and more resilient in the face of external stressors.Our range of Postbiomic™ Oils have been formulated with this in mind. Rich in linoleic acid, they help support a healthy and hydrated skin barrier and glowing complexion.
Remember, managing your oily skin can take time, but balance is achievable with a consistent and targeted skincare regime.For more expert advice on how to best support your complexion, schedule a consultation with our Skin Health Concierge for personalized recommendations as you embark on your skin health journey.
Remember, managing your oily skin can take time, but balance is achievable with a consistent and targeted skincare regime.For more expert advice on how to best support your complexion, schedule a consultation with our Skin Health Concierge for personalized recommendations as you embark on your skin health journey.