Oily skin
What does oily skin mean?
By oily skin is meant a skin type with an increased production of sebum, which makes the skin easily shiny and glossy. Sebum, also called tallow, is an oily substance produced naturally by the body to moisturize the skin and create a natural protection against impurities. As a result, an oily skin type often has enlarged and visible pores, which can lead to skin problems such as acne and blackheads.
Characteristics of oily skin
- The skin becomes slightly oily and greasy
- The color and texture are often uneven and lack luster
- Open, large pores
- Greater risk of experiencing skin problems such as acne and clogged pores
Why do I get oily skin?
The increased production of sebum that causes oily skin often occurs as a result of hormonal imbalance and heredity, as the function of the sebaceous glands is often affected by our genetic predisposition. Additional factors that can affect your skin type are environment and climate, such as UV radiation and changes between seasons, as well as lack of or incorrect skin care.
Skin care for oily skin
Many people try to combat oily skin by using harsh products that dry out the skin, which can actually make your skin problems worse. When you use drying products, it signals to the skin to increase the production of sebum to counteract the drying effect. A skin care routine for oily skin should work to create balance in the skin. In this way, the outbreak of skin problems such as acne and blackheads is reduced, while giving the skin a freshness and natural glow .
Cleanse the skin daily, both morning and evening, with mild products adapted for oily skin that have a deep cleansing effect. To open up clogged pores and remove dead skin cells, the cleansing can also be supplemented with a toner or facial toner. Do you want to give your skin an extra boost that reduces your pores ( DER. PORE Reducing Toner) ? Use a serum for oily skin. A serum works as a complement to your skin cream and also has a light moisturizing effect. (4-terpineol, Niacinamide Plus) Then finish the skin care routine by moisturizing the skin, preferably a face cream adapted for oily skin or an emulsion.
Products for oily skin
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