I, like many others have oily skin. This can be extremely annoying at times. Sometimes our skin can get oily really quickly, and no matter what you do you don’t know how to control it. Don’t worry though, because I’m going to help you build a skincare routine that’s perfect for your oily skin. Without further ado, let’s spill the tea.
Facial Cleanser
Washing your face is very important for any skin type. Washing your face helps remove oil, dirt, and buildup that has accumulated on your face all day. Many people with oily skin make a mistake though. Since our skin is oily, we feel that we need to wash our face multiple times a day to help control oil production, but when doing that you’re actually making your face produce more oil. By over washing your face you strip your face of natural oils, which causes your skin to overproduce oil. Your skin still needs some oil to stay moisturized. I recommend only washing your face twice a day. Once in the morning, and once at night.
The next step is determining what face wash to use. I’m going to give some recommendations for some face washes to try out that are specifically for oily skin. Now remember, even though products for oily skin may work for some people, they may not work for you. We may have the same skin types, but different products may work for some people, while it may not work for you.
1. La Roche-Posay Purifying Foaming Cleanser
This face wash is a great choice for those with oily skin. It is available in many stores and is affordable.
Pros:
- Affordable
- Has a nice scent
- Cleanses skin without drying it out
Cons:
- Some customers don’t like the bottle quality
2. Neutrogena Oil Free Face Wash
This is my personal favorite. This is the face wash I use, and I highly recommend it.
Pros:
- Affordable
- Nice Scent
Cons:
None that I could find.
COSRX Low pH Gel Cleanser
This cleanser is a great choice. It is also a Korean skincare brand, so you know it’s going to be good.
Pros:
- Affordable
- Doesn’t dry skin out
- Clears skin
- Great for acne
Cons:
None that I could find.
Facial Serums
Facial Serums are a great way to help manage oily skin. They are easy to use and usally inexpensive.
1. Niacinamide
There are many great brands that sell niacinamide serums, but my personal favorite is from the brand The Ordinary, which is linked above.
Pros:
- Affordable
- Lightweight
Cons:
- Some say it’s sticky
Moisturizer
Some may think that oily skin doesn’t need moisturizer, but that is not true. Moisturizing your skin is crucial for oily skin. It can actually help reduce oil production. Without moisturizer your skin may overcompensate and produce more oil. This is why you need to moisturize your skin.
1. iUNIK Centella Calming Gel
This is a great choice if you love Korean skincare and want to reduce oil production. It is gentle on the skin and is sold for a great price.
Pros:
- Affordable
- Works for oily and sensitive skin
- Soothing and gentle on skin
- Lightweight
Cons:
None that I could find.
2. La Roche Posay Double Matte Moisturizer
I have used this moisturizer for a while, and it works great. It has controlled my oily skin and is super moisturizing.
Pros:
- Lightweight
- Has a nice scent
- Has a matte finish
Cons:
- Can be a little expensive
- Some say it is a small bottle for the price
Overview
I hope this post helped. Comment below and tell me if these products have helped you with your oily skin. You can also make a request for what I post next. Come back next time so I can spill the tea.
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