From acne to blind pimples, from blackheads to whiteheads, from enlarged pores to clogged pores and other host of skin issues makes oily skin a frustrating situation for many women. When the sebaceous glands are over active they produce excess sebum, which accumulates on the skin and gives your skin an oily appearance. Adding to these are the pollution, sun, dirt, germs and bacteria which adds to skin issues of oily skin. On the positive side oily skin is less prone to wrinkles and age lines. Using the right products for the right issues and skin type will yield the best results so it's important to use a moisturizer for oily skin if you suffer from excess oil.
However one must follow a beauty regime to take care of oily skin and avoid skin issues in the long run. Scroll over to find some of the must follow beauty tips and home remedies that you can follow for oily skin to make it appear smoother : .
Use a facewash or gentle cleanser that has been designed specifically for oily skin which removes the dirt, grime and oil from your skin. Choose from gel based cleanser or foaming facewash that contains salicylic acid. You can also use a medicated soap or cleanser with tea tree oil or neem. Ensure you use a non abrasive soap or facewash on your skin as these can rob your skin of its natural moisture. .
These tiny papers minimise the appearance oil on face and can be used at any part of day to quickly freshen up your face. Simply tap the blot papers on oily zones like nose, chin and forehead to clear the oil from your face. These are useful especially when you are unable to wash your face. However ensure that you do not blot your face too hard as this can cause redness on skin and make it more prone to breakouts. .
Honey is packed with anti bacterial and antiseptic properties which makes it perfect ingredient for oily or acne prone skin. Honey absorbs the excess oil without making the skin dry and helps to keep skin hydrated. Take sufficient amounts of pure honey and apply evenly on your skin as a mask. Leave it on your skin for 15 to 20 minutes and wash it off with water. Pat dry and apply a light – oil free moisturiser on face. To remove dead skin from your skin adds crushed almonds to honey and scrub your face gently with it. Remove the scrub and follow it up with application of oil free moisturiser. This remedy will reduce the clogged pores and give your skin an even tone. .
To use, mix a generous amount of this clay with rose water to form a mask. Clean your face well and apply the mask on your face and neck. Leave the mask on your skin until it becomes dry. Dip a wash cloth in warm water and wipe off the mask and rinse your face well with lukewarm water. The mask will removes excess oil, impurities from the clogged pores and results in bright healthy skin. .
Oatmeal is a natural exfoliator that gently scrubs off the impurities from your skin. It removes the dead skin cells without aggravating the breakouts. Honey is natural hydrant that helps to retain skin moisture and the antibacterial properties of honey make it ideal for oily skin to get rid germs and bacteria. Take ½ cup of oatmeal and add some hot water to it to form a paste. Add 1 tablespoon of pure honey to it and blend it well. Apply the mask after cleansing your face and leave it work on your skin for 5 to 10 minutes. Rinse well with lukewarm water and pat dry. Alternatively mix oatmeal with yoghurt or papaya or even bananas and apply as a mask on face for 15 minutes and rinse well lukewarm water. .
Blend the two ingredients well and apply the mask evenly with help of brush on your face. Leave it on until the mask dries off completely. rinse well with lukewarm water and pat dry. .
Apply oil free moisturiser. Alternative pulp of 1 mix tomato with a teaspoon of sugar and apply it on your skin as scrub to remove dead skin. Leave it to dry for 5 minutes, rinse and apply oil free moisturiser. .
Apply a thin layer of it every night to get clean and smooth skin. You can also use aloe vera gel together with oatmeal to scrub off dead skin cell and rejuvenate skin naturally. .
Rinse well, pat dry and moisturise your skin with oil free moisturiser. You can also grind almonds to fine paste and apply it your face as mask to absorb greasiness from your skin. Leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes and rinse well, pat dry and moisturise. .
ACV also helps to dissolve dull skin and gives your skin an even tone. Dilute ¼ cup of pure apple cider vinegar with ¾ cup of water and apply the solution on your skin with help of a cotton ball. Let your skin air dry for 10 minutes and rinse well..
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