Excessive oiliness on the skin is seen as a problem both in terms of health and beauty. Why does the skin become oily? How to Care for Oily Skin? What are the skin care rules that oily skin should follow? What are the do’s and don’ts for oily skin?
Oily skin occurs due to stress, hormones and various health problems. Our skin type may change during puberty, pregnancy and menopause, or in between seasons. Especially in autumn, fatness increases. If changes occur outside of these periods, first the products used and then hormonal problems should be suspected. Our skin is covered with a layer of oil called sebum. A normal amount of sebum is useful and necessary. Because it increases skin moisture, provides a smooth appearance and delays wrinkling. Excessive sebum combines with the dead skin layer, expands the pores, and creates blackheads and acne.
The number of sebaceous glands in oily skin is no different from normal skin. However, oil production and secretion is high. Oily skin causes different problems in every age;
Teens deal with acne and blackheads.
Between the ages of 30 and 50, the enlargement of pores comes to the fore, and acne may continue from time to time.
The problem over the age of 50 is that the skin thickens, becomes dull, the pores become larger and sagging.
WHAT ARE THE BASIC FEATURES OF OILY SKIN?
– The skin is slippery and the pores are always visible.
– In oily skin, blackheads are more common in the nose area.
– These are the skins most prone to acne formation.
WHAT PRECAUTIONS CAN BE TAKEN AGAINST OILING?
– If your skin often gets oily during certain periods, wash your face with cold water when you wake up in the morning. This method will also help remove dead skin on your skin.
– Make sure to drink 3 liters of water during the day.
– As a cleaner, you should use acidic soaps with low pH value.
– Be sure to use toner after cleansing your skin.
