5 Most Common Myths About Oily Skin
By: Kratika Tue, 15 June 2021 8:00:47
If you haven’t noticed, I am passionate about oily skin. Why? Because I’m an oily skin sufferer and because I know personally how hard it is to manage oily skin. There are a lot of myths surrounding oily skin and how to properly or correctly manage it. To get your oily skin under control, we’ll need to get our facts straight. Let’s jump into some of the more common oily skin myths and facts.
# Myth: Wearing sunscreen every day makes skin even more oily
Truth: Wearing a sun protection cream is crucial to your skin care regime! Find a light-weight formula made with soothing ingredients such as Aloe Vera, Cucumber, and Green Tea. Use it every day and apply at least 15 to 20 minutes before stepping out.
# Myth: Oily skin does not need a moisturiser
Truth: Moisturisation is essential for all skin types and it also prevents your sebaceous glands from secreting excess oil. One needs to find the right moisturiser depending on their skin type. For example, a light moisturising gel made with oil-controlling ingredients such as Sandalwood, Jojoba Oil, and Lemon can work effectively on oily skin.
# Myth: Oily skin does not mature as fast as dry skin
Truth: Every skin type eventually matures. While somebody with oily skin may have fewer wrinkles, they would still have to take care and prevent other signs of aging such as pigmentation, enlarged pores, loss of firmness, and uneven skin tone. A light-weight anti-aging cream with rich anti-oxidant and hydrating properties can help reduce these problems.
# Myth: Exfoliate every day to keep your skin clear and oil-free
Truth: Frequent exfoliation does more harm than good by stripping away all your natural oils. Do it not more than 2 times a week. Choose a gentle face scrub that removes dead cells and reduces excess oil without causing dryness.
# Myth: Exfoliate every day to keep your skin clear and oil-free
Truth: Frequent exfoliation does more harm than good by stripping away all your natural oils. Do it not more than 2 times a week. Choose a gentle face scrub that removes dead cells and reduces excess oil without causing dryness.
