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Oily Facial Skin : Easy to care?
When your facial skin has a lot of shine, is prone to blackheads and acne and has course pores and other embarrassing blemishes, you can categorize it as oily facial skin. The sebaceous glands in this type of skin produce a lot of oil which may either be due to hereditary reasons or diet, climate or one’s skin care products.
Oily facial skin has its advantages. It ages slower than dry skin. But proper care is needed to reduce the effects of oil producing sebaceous glands.
The trick is to prevent pores from getting clogged. Keep your skin clean and free of dirt. Yet do not over wash your face. Three to four times a day is decent enough. Frequent washes may trigger your oil glands. Use hot water while washing as it dissolves skin oil better. You may want to wash with natural things like orange-peel powder or sandalwood powder once in the mornings. They are good for removing dirt from pores. At other times use gentle face washes.
Drink plenty of water and keep your body free of toxins. Remember, this is one huge step in getting closer towards a glowing complexion. The more toxins and harmful bacteria you get rid of the better it is for your oily face skin.
When in teens you may want to skip the moisturizing part completely if your skin is very oily. When it comes to oily facial skin, moisturizing is not as big a deal as cleansing. Focus more on cleansing than on moisturizing. A touch of moisturizer preferably a natural oil-free one in the mornings will do.
Cleanse your skin with care. Avoid heavy cleansing lotions and harsh soaps and go for light, non-greasy liquid cleansers. Also avoid cleansers that over dry your skin as this causes your skin to produce even more oil. If your skin feels exceptionally dry after using a particular cleanser stop its use.
Cosmetics and other skin products must be chosen with care. Look for products that are specifically designed for oily facial skin.
Apart from external care follow basic dietary habits and enjoy the results. Avoid sugar and salt in your diet. Include plenty of leafy green vegetables, fresh fruits and proteins.
Consume less oil. Avoid fried food and reduce the amount of fat. Steer clear of soft drinks. Chocolate and junk food are a strict no. And finally, strictly do not smoke.
What else can we do to treat oily facial skin?
Exercise regularly. Regular exercise can be difficult for some people. The trick here is to not consider exercise as a separate act. Try to do things manually and involve more physical movements in doing things. Leave the car and take a walk instead when you can. Do regular chores around the house. Exercise does great benefit to oily face skin as it boosts circulation and encourages blood flow.
Last but not the least – get a good night’s sleep. Sleep is a resting phase for the body and during this phase the body’s repair activity is at its best.
With proper care and precautions in place oily facial skin should not be a problem. Feel blessed that your skin will look young even as your body ages!
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