Oily skin is thicker, dull, covered with blackheads and a bit sticky to the touch due to excess sebum. Nevertheless, it still has many advantages, including resistance to wind and frost, as well as good water and soap tolerance, and late wrinkle formation. Unfortunately, oily skin is complicated in care, because the shiny nose and glowing forehead and cheeks are not only an aesthetic problem, but also increase the risk of bacterial pimples, acne, and fungal infections. What cosmetics should be used for oily skin and how to take care of it properly? What mistakes do we make most often in the care of oily skin? Let’s find out! 

What cosmetics are best for oily skin?

Properly selected cosmetic and regular skin care are able to restore good and healthy looks to oily skin. They are aimed at reducing seborrhea, making pores less visible and removing blackheads. In order to achieve such effects, I recommend you use products from the same cosmetic -range, dedicated to oily skin. Also, make sure that they are all oil-free.

The basic care kit for this type of complexion consists of:

• micellar water or gel makeup remover;
• a toner without alcohol;
• mild and light moisturizing and mattifying cream, preferably with sunscreen (for day use);
• cream regulating the secretion of sebum (at night);
• blotting papers;
• a scrub and mask dedicated to oily skin.

How to take care of oily skin?

First of all, oily skin should be thoroughly cleansed and not just in the evening before bedtime, but also in the morning. This way you will get rid of excess sebum and dead skin cells. After each face wash, wipe the skin with an antibacterial toner (it will reduce the visibility of pores). Also, every few hours, go ahead and use a blotting paper to collect excess sebum (without disturbing the makeup). Once a week, it is a good idea to exfoliate dead skin cells using a scrub, otherwise, the cells will clog pores which will result in an increased number of blackheads and inflamed acne. After exfoliating, always remember to apply an antibacterial or astringent (for instance, based on clay) face mask.

Mistakes in oily skin care 

Although oily skin is thicker and more resistant to external factors than other skin types, it can still be damaged mechanically. The most common mistakes in oily skin care include:

• the use of degreasing products
  Used for washing, yes – they remove the layer of sebum, but at the same time, they dehydrate the skin, which may lead to flaking off;
• the use of toners based on alcohol
  Initially, they give great results, however, after prolonged use they can increase seborrhea and acne lesions. In addition, they strongly irritate;
• washing the face with water and soap
  Although such combination does not harm the skin, it does not do any good either. That’s why, this methods of face cleansing should be replaced with products dedicated to washing oily skin only, to take care of it properly.
• mattifying the face with another layer of powder
  Instead of overburdening the skin and clog pores leading to acne breakout at the same time, it is better to reach for blotting papers or even regular tissues to collect excess sebum,
• popping pimples mechanically
  Removing blemishes on your own can seriously damage blood vessels. What’s more, a new pimple will appear in place of the popped one because the skin immediately replenishes the sebum that has been removed from it,
• sunbathing
  Sunkissed skin looks a lot better, but only for a short while. Sun rays stimulate sebaceous glands to work, damaged cells and dilate blood vessels. All this clearly aggravates the condition of the skin.

How do you take care of oily skin? What cosmetics do you use and recommend? Let me know in the comments!

Oftentimes, after washing my face, I still don’t feel fresh enough. It seems more like I have only washed down the outer layer of dirt. Luckily, my impressions have changed once I started using a facial cleansing brush. I must admit, it was the best birthday gift I ever got!

Why is face cleaning so important? This is a good question for starters. Often, we do not realize the consequences of, for example, sleeping in makeup or sloppy face washing.

The effects of lack of thorough skin cleansing:

• chronic acne,
• irritation and inflammation,
• redness,
• discoloration,
• faster skin aging,
• dullness and dryness of the complexion.

I do not want to give you lessons, but I encourage you to consciously take care of your complexion for your own benefits. Wrinkles will not appear as soon provided that we give the skin freedom and allow it to regenerate during sleep. That’s why it’s so important to clean your complexion. Do you want to know how to do it well to avoid unpleasant skin problems in the future?

Facial skin cleansing – principles 

There are many ways of face cleansing to choose from. I have tested quite a few of them myself.

There was a time when I was washing my face with ordinary soap but it made my skin really dry. I did not use water at all and use micellar liquid or oils (so-called OCM, ie washing my face with oils). Then I returned to the standard face wash gel, because my skin started to get greasy. Until today I do not know if it’s OCM’s fault, or whether some other factors were to blame for.

Each time I was not completely satisfied with the effects that facial cleansing gave me. Reason? I did not follow the basic rules:

1. Choose only cosmetics with a natural composition and mild effect.
2. Adapt the type of product and composition to your skin needs and type.
3. Wash your face not only in the evening, but also always after waking up.
4. Keep washing your makeup off until the cotton pad is completely clean.
5. Never forget to clean your face before bedtime.
6. Always use a toner after washing, which will balance the pH of the skin and relax it.
7. Always use a moisturizing cream, because the skin dries up during washing.

However, there is something that has changed my view of difficult, tedious and time-consuming facial cleansing. It made everything simpler and more pleasant. What’s more, I finally felt what a well-cleansed face means. All thanks to the face brush!

Facial cleansing brush – a true beauty hit or a needless gadget?

They gain more and more popularity because they facilitate manual skin cleansing. They are cheap, you can buy them at any drugstore and adjust the size, shape or type to your needs. My first face brush was round and fit perfectly in the hand. Today I use the electric version, but I also tried out the sonic brush.

In my opinion, face brushes have many advantages:

• allow for the most thorough cleansing of the complexion;
• definitely accelerate face washing;
• prepare the skin for beauty care cosmetics, speeding up their absorption;
• improve skin microcirculation, and therefore skin health;
• support exfoliation of the dead skin cells and smooth.

The most important advantage is the fact that washing your face with a brush is much more effective than using just your hands. You will notice the difference after the first wash. As long as you decide to buy your first brush.

Is the tool suitable for everyone?

Unfortunately, a facial cleansing brush will not work for everyone. As always, there are some exceptions. It is not recommended for people with extremely sensitive skin, because it can cause irritation and exacerbate the problem. The situation is similar for those who struggle with capillary, atopic skin, eczema, allergies, seborrheic inflammation, and any injuries. Unfortunately, the face brush can aggravate the problems. In such cases, I recommend a lot of milder ways of cleansing the skin (eg with a muslin cloth) combined with proper care and (sometimes) medical treatment.

And finally … my favorite face brushes:

1. Clarisonic Mia 2 sonic brush – waterproof, so you do not have to worry about washing your face, for example in the shower; supports cleaning with sound waves; a big plus for an additional travel case attached.
2. Philips VisaPure face brush – also waterproof, personally, I think it’s the basis; with two speeds and a special 1-minute cleaning program.
3. Remington Reveal cleaning brush – has an interesting design and a moving head that spins and vibrates when washing your face; it is also waterproof and has a very durable battery.

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