How to take care of oily skin

Oily skin

The face appears shiny as a result of an overproduction of sebum, which is the oil that protects the skin from drying out, and this condition is usually caused by genetic factors, or when a major change in hormones occurs, and the skin becomes oily, which increases the chance of acne, and some advice can be followed. Aesthetic to reduce or prevent oily skin problems. ^[1]

How to take care of oily skin

The following are the most important steps for caring for oily skin: ^[2]

• Clean the skin daily, but without excessive, as some believe that oily skin needs to be washed throughout the day, but this is not correct, it is sufficient to clean it twice a day, while avoiding the use of cleansers that contain oils, and relying on cleansers that contain water.
• Exfoliate to get rid of dead skin cells, and this two to three times a week.
• Moisturizing the skin, despite the prevailing belief that oily skin cannot become dry, it needs to be moisturized, to maintain moisture levels in the skin, and this is done by using special moisturizers for oily skin.
• The use of acids to maintain oily skin, which are available in the form of topical treatments, and one of the most important of these acids is salicylic acid, as it plays an important role in balancing the amount of excess oil production, as it reduces blackheads and blemishes on the skin, and the best way to use it is through daily skin peeling After cleaning it, it is placed on the skin for 2-3 minutes, then wash the face with water.
• Caution when using products for oily skin, and it may seem strange, but there are preparations dedicated to oily skin, but they make it worse, especially if it is used in a wrong way, so you must check the ingredients of the product carefully, or consult a dermatologist to find the right product to use.

Natural mixtures for oily skin

Almonds

Ground almonds are used to exfoliate the skin, as it absorbs excess oils in the skin as well as impurities, and the following mask can be prepared for oily skin: ^[3]

• the ingredients:
  • Three teaspoons of ground almonds.
  • Two tablespoons of honey.
• Method:
  • Mix the ingredients well, then put the mask on the face.
  • Massage the face with gentle circular motions.
  • Wash the face with warm water.

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is known for its ability to soothe the skin and treat burns, and there is new scientific evidence indicating its ability to treat scaly skin caused by oil spots, and it can be used according to the following method: ^[3]

• Method:
  • Apply a thin layer of aloe vera to the face at night and leave it until the morning.
  • Wash the face with water the next morning.
• Note: It is known that aloe vera is not suitable for sensitive skin, and to make sure of its safety, it is applied to a small patch of skin and left for 24-48 hours to ensure the presence or absence of sensitivity.

tomatoes

Tomatoes contain salicylic acid, which is a common treatment for acne. The acids in tomatoes can absorb excess oils on the skin and open the pores. A tomato mask can be prepared according to the following method: ^[3]

• the ingredients:
  • A teaspoon of sugar.
  • The pulp of a tomato.
• Method:
  • The ingredients are mixed with each other, then the mask is distributed over the face.
  • Massage the face in circular motions.
  • Leave the mask on for five minutes.
  • Wash off the mask with warm water.
• Note: Tomato slices can also be placed on top.

Jojoba oil

Although the idea of ​​putting an oil on oily skin is unacceptable, jojoba oil is a well-known treatment for oily skin, as well as acne, as this oil can reduce sebum production and maintain the oil balance in the skin, despite the presence of several scientific evidence for this, except That in a 2012 study showed that using a mask made of clay and jojoba oil two to three times a week led to the healing of the skin from many problems, including acne. ^[3]

• Note: Jojoba oil is used in a very small amount, just a few drops are sufficient to massage the skin, because a large amount may aggravate the condition, and must be committed daily to using jojoba oil for several weeks, until the desired result is obtained.

Yogurt

Yogurt contains lactic acid, which makes it effective in getting rid of excess oil on the face. It can be used to exfoliate the skin and get rid of dead skin cells that close pores and cause spots. Yogurt can be used for oily skin according to the following method: ^[4]

• Method:
  • Put an appropriate amount of unflavored yogurt on the face.
  • Leave the yogurt for 15 minutes.
  • Wash the face with cold water.
  • Repeat the method once every day.

Apples

Apples can be used to treat oily skin, as apples can calm the skin and rid it of excess oil on it, and apples are used according to the following method: ^[4]

• Method:
  • Squeeze a fruit from the apple and distribute the juice on the face.
  • Leave the apple juice on the face for 15-20 minutes.
  • Wash the face with water.

Ways to prevent oily skin

It is difficult to prevent oily skin from occurring when it is caused by genetic factors and genes. As for other reasons, it can prevent the exacerbation of oily skin problems, or even prevent their occurrence. The following are the most important ways to prevent oily skin: ^[3]

• Stay away from fried foods, high-sugar foods, and processed foods.
• Use heavy cosmetics to cover the effects of oily skin.
• Reducing the use of make-up, and choosing products that contain water instead of oil, because oil causes clogging of pores.
• Stop using any product or even a natural ingredient as soon as skin sensitivity occurs, and it is preferable in this case to go to a dermatologist.

References

1. ↑ Sarah Thompson (18-7-2017), "Beauty Tips for an Oily Face" , oureverydaylife.com , Retrieved 18-11-2018. Edited.
2. ↑ JACQUELINE KILIKITA (23-8-2017), "How To Get Rid Of Oily Skin For Good" , www.elle.com , Retrieved 18-11-2018. Edited.
3. ^ ^{A b t w c} of Annette McDermott (20-9-2018), "10 Menu Home Remedies For Oily Skin" , Www.healthline.com , Retrieved 18-11-2018. Edited.
4. ^ ^{A b} " . Top 10 the Natural Menu Home Remedies To Tweet Get the Rid Of Oily Skin" , Naturalremedyideas.com , Retrieved 18-11-2018. Edited.