Shine On! Reduce Oily Skin With These 5 Steps

With the upcoming summer heat right around the corner, many readers have asked us how to control oily skin. With our tips and tricks you can turn your oily skin into a beautiful healthy glow with these non-invasive procedures.

TIPS & TRICKS

1. Don’t Wash Your Skin Too Much
Cleansing your skin is probably the number one thing you can do that will help control your oily skin. Wash your face twice a day, once when you wake up and once before going to bed. However, you do not want to wash your face any more than that. Washing your face too much causes the skin to dry out, which causes the oil glands to go into overtime producing even more oil.

2. Absorb the Oil
Blotting your face regularly during the day with blotting paper will keep the oil from your T-zone down to a minimum. While blotting does not prevent the oil, it lessens the shine.

3. Use Oil-Free Products
Stay away from skin cleansers or mosturizers that offer extra mosturizer. Use oil-free products, you do not need to be adding extra moisture to your already oily face.

4. Toners applied after washing the face are great ways to control the production of oil. However, you will want to be certain that the toner does not contain alcohol, as that will dry out the skin, which causes an increase in oil production. Look for a toner that has something more natural like witch hazel as its main ingredient.

5. It’s no lie when they say, “You are what you eat.” Avoid greasy foods like burgers, fried foods and chocolate as they will tend to affect your complexion. Drink at least eight to ten glasses of water a day to keep yourself hydrated.

RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS

                     

1) Proactiv Daily Oil Control / $20 / qvc.com
This revolutional formula helps your skin balance its own natural oil levels, so your complexion looks smooth and even - not shiny. Helps remove oil and other impurities that may cause pores to clog and hels prevent makeup from streaking throughout the day.

2) Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets / $4.49 / drugsdepot.com
I.E. Applying a pressed powder after using one of these sheets helps to keep shine away longer. For a cheaper alternative, you could use a multi-layered toilet paper or tissue paper.

3) Philosophy On a Clear Day Super Wash and Acne Treatment for Oily Skin / $18 / sephora.com
Philosophy On A Clear Day® Oil-Free All Over Acne Treatment is a skin solution designed to help treat existing blemishes while preventing future breakouts. This paraben-free, lightweight, therapeutic gel contains a patented peptide that encourages overall skin clarity, while salicylic acid improves skin tone and texture. It also delivers hydrating properties to leave your skin feeling comfortable—never over-dry.

When all else fails, consult your dermatologist who may be able to prescribe a topical medication to apply to control the oil.