Oily skin is one of the most common skin concerns in summers. It presents some unique challenges, like a shiny complexion and acne breakouts.
To help out with problems that oily skin suffers, dermatologists formulated an effective daily skin care routine for oily skin.
Read to have some fabulous tips for oily skin care.
- Cleanse in the morning and at night
The most important step of any skin care routine is cleansing your skin.
If your skin tends to be oily, you can likely tolerate more cleansing” says a dermatologist. Even though you might feel like your skin is still clean from the night before, the fact is your skin is busy shedding skin cells and producing oils.
That’s why washing with a good exfoliating cleanser, both in the morning and evening, is recommended.
- Use a toner
Once your skin is clean and free from any makeup, and dirt, follow with an exfoliating toner that contains either:
- Lactic acid
- Glycolic acid
- Salicylic acid
- Treat your skin
This step will depend on your specific skin concerns.
If you’re prone to acne you should be using benzoyl peroxide or sulfur in the daytime to help curb oil production and prevent breakouts.
- Use a toner
Once your skin is clean and free from any makeup, and dirt, follow with an exfoliating toner that contains either:
- Lactic acid
- Glycolic acid
- Salicylic acid
- Treat your skin
This step will depend on your specific skin concerns.
If you’re prone to acne you should be using benzoyl peroxide or sulfur in the daytime to help curb oil production and prevent breakouts.
In the evening, retinol products to help keep pores clear and skin glowing is recommended.
One quick note for people with oily skin is, if you have more oils in your skin, you’re likely to ward off wrinkles and fine lines for a bit longer than someone with dry skin
- Moisturize in the morning and evening
Moisturizing is a very important step for oily skin.
There is a myth that if you have oily skin, you don’t need to or shouldn’t moisturize, but this couldn’t be further from the truth.
All skin types need moisturizer, but if you have oily skin, you should be more careful with what kind of moisturizer you’re using.
Best Characteristics of Moisturizer for oily skin are:
- Lightweight
- Free of oils
- Water-based
Any moisturizer that’s formulated for acne-prone skin should meet this criterion.
Take good care of your skin and stay beautiful!
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Dr.Sayyam Azam is certified dermatologist who has specialized in Clinical Dermatology (Pakistan) and Aesthetic Medicine (U.S). During her specialized training, she is involved in multiple clinical as well as aesthetic dermatological procedures such as botox, fillers, chemical peels. As a licensed dermatologist, she is now running a state of art Aesthetic Centre (The Face Clinic) in Multan, Pakistan.
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