Oily skin is a skin type, which means it is determined by genetics and you cannot change it. What you CAN do, however, is to manage the overproduction of sebum that comes with Oily skin by using the correct prescribed skincare products.
Why is my skin oily?
Oily skin is the outcome of an overproduction of sebum from your sebaceous glands, located under the skin's surface.
Sebum is an oily substance made of fats and its main function is to lubricate, protect, and hydrate the skin to prevent dryness and dehydration. In short, all skin types produce sebum. The problem with Oily Skin types is an overproduction of sebum.
Too much sebum can make skin look shiny or greasy throughout the day. The overproduction of sebum can also cause breakouts or congestion, as the oil can get trapped with all the dead skin cells and impurities in the pores.
However, don't curse your oily skin just yet! There are also good news that come with this skin type. The benefit of having oily skin, is you will actually have fewer lines and wrinkles than a drier skin type!
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Here are the best serums you can use for oily skin:
Designed for the perfectionists amongst us that want extremely beautiful results fast! Extreme B 17 is a cosmeceutical antioxidant serum that has many powerful benefits that promotes a clear complexion for those oily skin types.
BEST FOR: All Oily Skin types with the extreme concerns of breakouts, congestion, blackheads and scarring.
A two-in-one brightening and clearing serum that clears and helps prevent breakouts while reducing visible skin ageing. A must for oily prone adult skins who regularly experience both breakouts and uneven skin tone.
BEST FOR: All Oily Skin types with extreme concerns of adult breakouts, congestion, blackheads and scarring.
This supercharged renewal serum resurfaces the skin and smooths uneven skin texture to reveal a less oily, plump, firm skin, and visibly lifts tired skin to revitalise dull complexions.
BEST FOR: All Oily Skin types with the concern of having dull skin.
Everything and anything can affect your skin; leaving it blemish-prone and dull. That’s where Clarity Peptides comes in as a skin-perfecting peptide complex to help enhance your skin’s natural luminosity, leaving your skin less oily.
BEST FOR: All Oily Skin types with the extreme concerns of breakouts, congestion, blackheads and scarring.
Aspect Retinol Brulee is a refining Vitamin A night serum that can have a profound impact on just about every conceivable sign of ageing that you care to mention and continue to deliver the results you want day after day, week after week, month after month. Right to the very last drop.
BEST FOR: All Oily Skin types with the extreme concerns of breakouts, congestion, blackheads and scarring, but also concerned with skin ageing.
About The Author
My name is Sari Pols,
I have been in the skincare industry for over 15 years. My passion lies in ‘Health’. Health for the skin and body. My philosophy is if we have good well-being on the inside, then it shows our vitality on the outside.
I have furthered my knowledge of Skin Anatomy, Skin Concerns, and Fitness. I am a true believer in how to make my clients feel their best both inside and out. My emphasis is on guiding my clients through their journey of skin concerns and conditions. I like to educate my clients and find the potential triggers for their concerns or condition so that together we can eliminate the root of the cause. I aim to give personalised consultations with treatment and correct prescribed skin products.
