Mar 16, 2020 Dr. Preeti Talwar Skincare, Oily Skin
No matter which age group you belong to, having a proper skincare routine for your skin is of utmost importance. Dermatologists point out that every skin is of a particular skin type, such as oily, dry, combination, and sensitive.
Just as every skin type is different from one another, similarly, skin types have specific needs that require specific attention. In such cases, consulting a dermatologist can help determine a proper skincare regime that will agree with your skin and address problem areas effectively.
No matter which age group you belong to, having a proper skincare routine for your skin is of utmost importance. Dermatologists point out that every skin is of a particular skin type, such as oily, dry, combination, and sensitive.
During adolescence, our bodies undergo several physical, physiological, and psychological changes due to the production of hormones like testosterone, progesterone, and estrogen. Due to such hormonal imbalance in our bodies, our skin becomes volatile, sensitive, excessively oily, and acne-prone. However, even when the teen years are well gone by, the tendency of the skin to become excessively oily continues to exist.
A skin is termed as an oily type when the oil glands produce more oil than the normal quantity, making the skin’s complexion look shiny, and skin texture feels greasy. Oil production in excess amount, clogs pores more often than not, making the skin prone to acne breakouts.
During adolescence, our bodies undergo several physical, physiological, and psychological changes due to the production of hormones like testosterone, progesterone, and estrogen. Due to such hormonal imbalance in our bodies, our skin becomes volatile, sensitive, excessively oily, and acne-prone. However, even when the teen years are well gone by, the tendency of the skin to become excessively oily continues to exist.
Around half the population having oily skin type confess that they still do not know how to manage their skin, let alone take care of it with the help of a proper skincare regime. It is challenging for these skin types to control oil secretion or keep acne in control.
1. Cleanse
Cleansing your skin is the first and foremost step of any skincare regimen. Deep cleaning your skin helps to unclog pores, remove dirt, dust, makeup products, and pollutant particles from the skin. Cleanse twice in a day, once after waking up in the morning, and once before going to bed. If you are actively using makeup products every day on your skin, practice double cleansing your face before going to sleep. Double cleansing involves cleansing your face in two steps, firstly with an oil-based cleanser to remove water-resistant makeup and secondly with a water-based cleanser to remove sweat and dirt.
2. Tone
Cleansing your skin is the first and foremost step of any skincare regimen. Deep cleaning your skin helps to unclog pores, remove dirt, dust, makeup products, and pollutant particles from the skin. Cleanse twice in a day, once after waking up in the morning, and once before going to bed. If you are actively using makeup products every day on your skin, practice double cleansing your face before going to sleep. Double cleansing involves cleansing your face in two steps, firstly with an oil-based cleanser to remove water-resistant makeup and secondly with a water-based cleanser to remove sweat and dirt.
Not many people know that toning your skin is an integral part of any skincare routine. Applying toner with a soft cotton pad helps to tighten your skin after cleansing and maintain its pH balance. For oily skin, look for toners that balance the pH level of your skin because pH levels are important in determining the health of your skin.
3. Moisturize
Not many people know that toning your skin is an integral part of any skincare routine. Applying toner with a soft cotton pad helps to tighten your skin after cleansing and maintain its pH balance. For oily skin, look for toners that balance the pH level of your skin because pH levels are important in determining the health of your skin.
People with oily skin tend to think that their skin does not require moisturizing since it is already oily enough. However, not many people know that oily skin too, just like any other skin type, needs an ample amount of moisturizing. When we do not moisturize our skin, the oil glands beneath the surface tend to produce more oil, trying to compensate for the lack of moisture in the skin. Lack of moisture in the skin thus leads to excess oil section, acne outbreaks, and greasy skin texture. Look for gel-based moisturizers while shopping for them because they are the best suited for oily skin type.
4. Exfoliate
People with oily skin tend to think that their skin does not require moisturizing since it is already oily enough. However, not many people know that oily skin too, just like any other skin type, needs an ample amount of moisturizing. When we do not moisturize our skin, the oil glands beneath the surface tend to produce more oil, trying to compensate for the lack of moisture in the skin. Lack of moisture in the skin thus leads to excess oil section, acne outbreaks, and greasy skin texture. Look for gel-based moisturizers while shopping for them because they are the best suited for oily skin type.
Exfoliating oily skin requires special attention. Since you have oily skin, the pores tend to get clogged and appear dull with time. Exfoliation unclogs the skin’s pores, deep cleanses the dirt trapped on the surface and makes your skin look radiant, fresh, and glowing. However, it is necessary to remember not to exfoliate more than twice a week. Remember to exfoliate your face gently, because rubbing your skin might damage the deeper layers of the skin.
5. Protect
Exfoliating oily skin requires special attention. Since you have oily skin, the pores tend to get clogged and appear dull with time. Exfoliation unclogs the skin’s pores, deep cleanses the dirt trapped on the surface and makes your skin look radiant, fresh, and glowing. However, it is necessary to remember not to exfoliate more than twice a week. Remember to exfoliate your face gently, because rubbing your skin might damage the deeper layers of the skin.
Last but not least, do not step out of the house without applying sunscreen. It is of utmost importance to protect your skin from the harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun. Choose a sunscreen that has a wide range of sun protection. For Indian weather, use 30 SPF or more to keep your skin from premature aging and hyperpigmentation.