If you have combination or oily skin like me, you know how difficult it is to maintain that balance between controlling unwanted shine without leaving your skin dry or tight. The key is to follow a facial routine for oily skin that controls sebum production without sacrificing hydration.
Here’s a guide on how to identify your skin type and on what easy and effective routine you can follow to achieve radiant, healthy skin using Oddities products.
How to identify oily and combination skin?
Oily skin produces a higher amount of sebum, which gives it a shiny look and makes it prone to more visible pores, blackheads and acne. If this happens all over your face, you probably have oily skin.
Meanwhile, combination skin is oily only in the T-zone (forehead, nose and chin), while the cheeks tend to be normal or dry.
If you identify with either of these two skin types, read on to discover a simple facial routine for oily and combination skin that has helped me achieve balanced, hydrated skin without that unwanted shine.
Facial care routine for oily and combination skin with Oddities products
With the right products and consistency in this step-by-step routine, you will see how your combination or oily skin stays healthy and radiant, minimizing imperfections and controlling those pesky pimples.
1. Daily deep and gentle cleansing
Cleansing is the first and most important step in your routine, especially for oily and combination skin! Deep cleansing helps to remove dirt, sweat, makeup and accumulated residues that, if not removed, can easily clog your pores and lead to imperfections. Choose oil-free gels that purify the skin without being harsh, as these types of cleansers’ dehydrating tendency can backfire, causing an increase in sebum production.
Try Oddities Clean Up Nice gel cleanser. Its gentle formula, with antioxidant green coffee extract and exfoliating pearls, regulates oil and removes dead skin cells without irritating the skin. Use it once or twice a day, always at least at night, to keep excess sebum at bay and decongest your pores, preventing the appearance of imperfections and acne.
2. Light and consistent moisturizing
Even if you have oily skin, this type of skin can also get dehydrated! It is essential not to skip the moisturizing step. Insufficient hydration can cause a rebound effect, causing the skin to produce more sebum to compensate. An ideal oily skin moisturizer has a light, oil-free texture that hydrates without adding oil.
A Mist Opportunity is Oddities’ moisturizing mist which has an ideal formula for combination and oily skin. It includes hyaluronic acid, an essential ingredient to keep skin hydrated but not greasy. Spray it on your face after cleansing for quick and effective hydration.
3. Spot treatment for imperfections
Imperfections, such as pimples, are common in oily and combination skin, especially in areas with more sebum. The best way to deal with these blemishes is to use antibacterial spot treatments.
Oddities Dot the Spot treatment contains salicylic acid that exfoliates pores from the inside, keeping them clean and helping to prevent blemishes. In addition, a prebiotic and probiotic complex and eucalyptus extract help fight bacteria without irritating the skin. Apply as needed, once or twice a day at the end of your routine, only on affected areas for a targeted and effective treatment.
In conclusion, caring for combination or oily skin doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right products and a balanced routine, you can keep your skin hydrated and ready to face the day without worrying about arriving at dinner with a shiny, oily face.
By dedicating a few minutes a day to your facial routine, you’ll achieve healthy, radiant skin with Oddities. Be patient with yourself to see results and don’t forget that oily and combination skin tends to age more slowly and is more resistant to external elements such as cold and wind, which is a great advantage in the long run 😉.
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