Oily skin occurs when the sebaceous glands produce too much sebum, leaving a greasy layer on the skin. So if your skin is producing a little extra shine, it could be induced by stress, humidity, sugary diets or skincare products with harsh ingredients. It’s important to use good skincare products for oily skin. While moisturising is important, using a very thick or heavy cream may cause your skin to become oilier and prone to acne.
If you find yourself consistently reaching for oil blotting sheets every few hours, that’s a clear sign that you have oily skin. Apart from a persistently greasy complexion, you may also experience congested and enlarged pores, blackheads, acne and uneven skin tone.
The key to dealing with oily skin is to manage your skincare products and cultivate a suitable skincare routine for oily skin.
Cleansing is important for oily skin, but do not wash your face more than twice a day, as over-cleansing can dry out your skin and trick the sebaceous glands into producing more oil.
While face scrubs help to remove dead skin cells, you should only use gentle exfoliants once a week to keep your complexion healthy and clean. Avoid using harsh face scrubs or strong chemical exfoliants.
Lastly, be sure to moisturise your skin day and night. You may think that moisturising twice a day will lead to an oily complexion, however, that is simply not true. Oily skin requires sufficient moisture to stay hydrated, and neglecting this step will lead to dehydration and more complications.
Choosing the right skincare products for oily skin is important, and your best option is to use gentle, plant-based products designed for oily skin.
Go for a purifying face wash that removes dirt without stripping your skin’s natural oils, and avoid toners with alcohol because alcohol can irritate your skin and disrupt its moisture barrier, leaving it dry and inflamed.
After toning, don’t forget to apply a non-comedogenic moisturiser to nourish the skin. A lightweight moisturiser with oil-control properties will improve your complexion over time.
As a leading skincare brand, our range of products for oily skin are carefully formulated to nourish and treat the common concerns associated with oily skin.
If you’re looking for a good cleanser, the Purifying Gentle Foaming Cleanser contains Alpine Herb, Moringa and Meadowsweet extracts to eliminate dirt, sebum and impurities in a single step. Use the One-Step Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser once a week to prevent pore congestion and acne.
Treatment essences help hydrate the skin and minimise large pores on oily skin. Clarins’ Precious La Lotion Anti-Ageing Essence is a luxury face treatment essence and serum that effectively moisturises and softens the skin, while our Multi-Active Treatment Essence is a lightweight anti-ageing product that restores youth from within.
Our Double Serum Light Texture is an updated version of our best-selling serum, and it is formulated with 21 powerful plant extracts that help to hydrate, protect and nourish the skin. Its refreshing, non-greasy formula is ideal for oily skin too.
To complete your skincare routine, moisturise with lightweight day and night creams such as the Hydra-Essentiel [HA²] Light Cream and the Hydra-Essentiel [HA²] Night Cream. These creams are perfect for oily skin types as their non-comedogenic texture disappears quickly into the skin without leaving a shiny or sticky residue.
If you have mature skin, you will love the Super Restorative Day Cream and the Precious La Crème Anti-Ageing Moisturiser, as both are anti-ageing moisturisers that also help to diminish the appearance of wrinkles and age spots, while keeping your complexion smooth and radiant.
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