It’s my job to talk about make-up, beauty habits and take the latest product out of the box. Taking care of oily skin is no easy feat—especially when it comes to finding a face wash that can truly shed oil without stripping moisture from your skin. There are numerous articles written on the most gentle washes for dry skin and acne-prone skin, but I’ve never really seen anything dedicated to beautiful ladies who suffer from oily skin. So, I’ve taken it upon myself to share with you my top tips to keep your face clean while catering to your specific skin type.
Choose the Right Face Wash
Take the time to look at the ingredients in your facial cleanser. If it contains pore-clogging ingredients, it could be doing more harm than good.
If you’re looking for a new facial cleanser, consider swapping out your regular one for one formulated for oily skin. You can’t just pick any cleanser and expect it to work when you have oily skin. Look for a facial cleanser that has a matte finish, as this can help keep your oily face from looking overly shiny throughout the day.
When you have oily skin, it's important to look for ingredients that don't strip your face of its natural oils. Clay works great on oily skin by helping to draw out impurities that are trapped under the skin. It’s formulated to seamlessly transform from clay to mousse and mattify the look of your complexion. The ingredients also include charcoal—so if your skin looks dull, it will leave you refreshed and glowing.
Double-Cleanse
Double-cleansing is a two-step face washing trick that’s taking the skincare world by storm, and we can’t wait to tell you all about it. The idea behind double cleansing is that the first cleanser, usually an oil-based cleanser, removes makeup and grime. Then you follow this up with a second cleanser that actually cleanses your skin.
Double cleansing is a great way to make sure that your skin is really clean before applying moisturizer or serums, but there are also other benefits. By removing makeup and excess oils from the surface of your skin, double cleansing can help reduce breakouts and blackheads. Plus, it can help prevent clogged pores which can lead to premature aging.
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After A Workout, Rinse Your Face
It's no secret that sweat can cause skin irritation and breakouts. But if you're not a fan of breaking out your cleanser and wiping off your makeup (we can't blame you), then it might be time for you to try facial wipes instead.
For those who enjoy working out at home and going for runs, this one's for you. They’re perfect for cleansing your skin on-the-go without over-drying it. This way, you can easily clean off your face after a run in the park. Just swipe, and you’re good to go!
The best part about them is that they come in handy, convenient packs that are easy to carry around with you wherever you go.
Use a Moisturizer
Cleansing and moisturizing go hand in hand. And if you’re normally skipping out on moisturizers because you don’t want to add excess oil, you could be doing your skin more harm than good. If your skin feels stripped it can create even more oil to overcompensate for the loss of natural sebum.
Choose a moisturizer that is lightweight, noncomedogenic and oil-free (not all of them are!), so you can keep your skin hydrated without clogging your pores or adding too much oil.
Use Exfoliators
Exfoliation is the process of removing dead skin cells from the surface of your skin. Exfoliation is usually done with a scrub. You can buy a scrub or make one at home!
How does exfoliation help? Exfoliating helps remove dead skin cell buildup from the surface of your skin. This buildup can block pores and lead to pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads. Removing this buildup makes way for new cell growth and can help prevent acne. It also give you smooth skin! Trya Scrub, which will provide deep and gentle exfoliation to help unclog pores and leave your skin less shiny. You can use this scrub up to three times a week for the best results. Keep in mind that how often you should exfoliate depends on your skin. Pay attention to how your face responds to determine what works best for you.