If you’re prone to oily skin, please know there are remedies that can possibly make those endless blotting sheets go a bit further without risking shiny selfies, and breakouts. Oily skin can be caused by genetics, environmental, as well as lifestyle factors. While you can’t necessarily get rid of oily skin, you can definitely take steps to reduce the severity of oil production by glands beneath the pores. The key is to identify which underlying causes contribute to this issue; whether it is genetics, age, location/season, enlarged pores, cosmetic products/routine, or a lack of adequate moisture.
Here are some remedies you can try at home to help calm inflamed skin and reduce the oily sheen/oil production:
- Wash your face (avoid sleeping in makeup)
- Honey
- Oatmeal
- Cosmetic clay
- Almonds
- Aloe vera
- Egg whites and lemons
- Blotting papers
Some people have noticed drastic changes in skin health and appearance from these at-home remedies, and sometimes even location/seasonal changes have resulted in visible changes to the skin; this can be attributed to the air contaminant and differences in moisture content in the environment. No matter the cause, please consult wit your primary care physician for root-cause solutions not just band-aid topical remedies for long-term health; after all, beauty is beyond skin deep.