Previously we discussed oily skin and it’s problems, here we’ve assembled a quick guide to help those dealing with this troublesome issue!
- Drink plenty of water
- Avoid heavy makeup and cream
- Stay away from products with parabens
- Use gentle cleansers without harsh skin irritants
- Do not wash your face too often
- Use light moisturizers
- Exercise regularly
- Avoid Dairy, and sugar
- Eat lots of fruits and veg
- Consume omega-3 rich foods such as fish
- Use clay, and mask to draw out oils
- Use oil free sunscreen
- Try dry oils such as Argan and Jojoba oil
- Try Essential oils such as Tea Tree, Lavender, Lemon, Fennel, and Rosemary. Remember to always patch test essential oils before applying them to skin.
- Use carrier oils such as Jojoba oil, Grapeseed oil, Neem (very pungent). We get a lot of questions about adding more oil to already oily skin however adding certain oils to skin can actually help balance your skins sebum production.