If you experience a shiny complexion on your forehead, across your nose and around your cheeks it's fairly likely that you have oily skin. Oily skin may well cause the most problems in terms of breakouts and shiny skin, but you'll be pleased to hear that it ages much later on in life than dry and normal skin.
SO, WHY IS YOUR SKIN OILY?
Your skin has a natural in-built moisturising system which prevents the skin from drying out. If a dry surface is detected, your sebum glands (which produce the oil) are stimulated and release 'sebum' to hydrate the skin. This then gives the skin a shiny appearance.
HOW YOU SHOULD DEAL WITH IT...
Firstly, if you do have oily skin it is crucial to wash your face at night before bed. If you don't, the excess oil on the surface of the skin will settle inside the pores and create blackheads.
Secondly, don't use harsh astringents or claryfying lotions. Doing so will strip the oil from the face leaving it dry, thus stimulating the glands to release more oil. This can evolve into a viscous circle leaving your skin experiencing the 2 extremes, dry & oily. Instead fight-fire-with-fire by keeping your skin topped up with moisture regularly, this will help to keep your sebum glands dormant.
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TRY USING |
AVOID USING |
TIPS & ADVICE |
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Oil-free moisturiser
Alcohol free toner
Mattyfying moisturiser
Glycolic Acid Facial Cleanser
Face Mask
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· Alcohol based toning formulas
· Any products containing alcohol
· Facial oils
· Astringents
· Tea-tree oil
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· Starting a new regime will make a significant difference to the state of your skin · As with anything skincare related, be patient. It may take up to 4 weeks to notice any change. · Drink plenty of water, this will help to moisturise from within. |
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