The human skin is blessed with natural oils, which are needed to keep it moist. However, if the naturally produced oils exceed their limit, it would give rise to what is commonly called "oily skin". A common problem though, people would want to get rid of it as soon as possible, as the excess oil makes their face sticky. The greasy nature of the skin often leads to the outburst of acne as well. Daily skin care routine is quintessential to control the over-production of oil by the glands in the skin. Check out the article and get some useful tips for treating oily skin.
Treatment For Oily Skin
- Wash your face with soap-free cleanser, which is specially made for oily skin. Stay away from creamy face washes, as it will leave oily residue in the skin, making it look oilier. Soap is not recommended, because it takes away the essential natural oils from your skin.
- You want to control the excess of oil in your skin, but do not want to make it dry. To serve the purpose, make use of an alcohol-free toner. Dab a cotton ball, dipped in toner, onto your face in circular motion.
- Clay-based facial mask is the best for oily skin. Fuller's earth is appropriate for this skin type, as it makes it soft.
- Apply a paste of uncooked oatmeal, mixed with one teaspoon of honey and half teaspoon of lemon, onto your face. Leave it for fifteen minutes, before rinsing your face with lukewarm water. Dry your face afterwards.
- In order to make your skin less greasy, wear sunscreen lotion or gel. Avoid using sunscreen cream, as it would make your skin sticky.
- Wipe the dust and dirt sticking to your face with wet tissue papers.
- Wash your face with clear water, at least four times a day. This will remove the layers of oil from your face.
- Even though your skin is oily, you need to moisturize it. Apply very little quantity of oil-free moisturizer on your face. You may use baby talcum powder, to wipe off the greasy residue of the moisturizer.
- Choose appropriate make up for your skin. Stay away from liquid-based foundation, concealer, blush and eye-shadow, because they can make your face 'shine' with excess oil. Instead, go for powder-based products, which will dry up the excess oil and treat your pores.
- Drink at least ten glasses of water daily, to keep the skin hydrated. Avoid eating oily food.
