Whether you've always had oily skin or developed it from hormonal changes or treatments, overactive sebaceous glands produce excess sebum. This leads to thicker epidermis, a shiny (often dull-looking) complexion, and rapid pore clogging, causing pimples and blackheads.
Excess sebum tops many concerns, but the myth of controlling it with harsh, stripping cleansers is misguided. Damaged skin barriers trigger even more sebum production as a defense mechanism.
Opt for oil-free moisturizers designed for oily skin, preferably with mattifying agents like zinc oxide. Ensure thorough cleansing (follow a proven routine). For persistent pimples, consult a dermatologist for prescription treatments without delay.
Cleanse gently with soap-free gels or mild cleansers. Apply a mattifying or radiance-boosting serum before moisturizer. Exfoliate 2-3 times weekly using a gentle scrub—oily skin remains delicate despite its resilience.
1. Mattifying: Oil-free texture with sebulyse (a sebum regulator). Effaclar Matt, La Roche-Posay, €13.80.
2. Treating: Enhances skin elasticity while regulating sebum. Purifying Fluid, Scientific Academy of Beauty, €44.
