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Oily Skin

What is oily skin?

Oily skin, simply put, produces a lot of oil. As part of our body’s natural defense mechanism, the skin produces sebum, an oily substance that keeps the skin lubricated and waterproof. The oil keeps pathogens out of the skin while keeping moisture in

Signs of oily skin?

Oily skin produces and excretes a lot of sebum - if that’s something you’re dealing with on an ongoing basis, it’s pretty easy to notice. With that said, here are the key signs:. If your skin type isn’t totally clear to your after reading that, you m

What causes oily skin?

Oily skin is largely genetic, but it’s also heavily influenced by hormones and hormonal fluctuations. Androgens, the male sex hormones, are largely responsible for oil production in the skin, which is why oiliness tends to be most severe during puber

What are the concerns of having oily skin?

Having oily skin isn’t necessarily a problem or something to worry about, but the problems it can cause are a different story! Here are some specific concerns that can come along with having skin that produces a lot of oily. Read the full blog post h

Best skincare products for oily skin?

It’s incredibly important to choose skincare products that will help you address your specific concerns, while also helping your oily skin look and feel a little more balanced. That means following a complete skincare routine with a cleanser, moistur

What is a sample skincare routine for oily skin?

Here’s a quick example of how to combine it all in one skincare routine. AM. PM. Read the full blog post here

How to stop your skin from getting oily throughout the day

Managing oily skin in the long term is all about finding balance. In severe cases, you can also speak to your doctor about medications that can reduce oil production, like oral isotretinoin. But if you want to stop your skin from becoming oily day to