What is Oily Skin?

11th of July, 2024

Oily skin occurs when the small oil glands in the skin become overactive and secrete too much oil which can lead to clogged pores, blackheads and breakouts.

Avoid these common mistakes that could make the issue worse...

Over cleansing the skin: Believe it or not you can cleanse your skin too often. Cleansing AM and PM is plenty.

Strong astringents: Toners with high alcohol content may strip oil from the skin but also remove moisture. Over stripping the skin can have a re-bound effect and the skin will produce more oil to compensate.

Incorrect moisturising: A light moisturiser such as a lotion rather than a cream helps prevent moisture loss without clogging pores.

Oily skin solutions -

Cleanse skin with a gentle foaming cleanser such as our Purifying Wash
Exfoliate skin twice a week with a scrub or fruit acid exfoliant to help keep pores clean and clear. Our bestselling Micro-fine Daily Exfoliant is perfect for sensitized oily skin.

If your skin does erupt into spots resist the urge to squeeze them! Instead dab them with our Purifying Spot Gel to soothe and refine.