Oily Skin

Characteristics:

• Skin is shiny in appearance.
• Prone to blackheads and spots.
• Larger pores.
• Skin is thicker and less sensitive to alcohol-based products.
• A particularly susceptible area to oil is the T-zone (chin, nose and forehead).

Do:

• Wash your face with a good cleanser twice a day to keep skin clean and free of excess oil. Oil will block pores and provide conditions for bacteria to multiply, leading to spots.
• Use a facial and separate body scrub twice a week.
• Use an oil free moisturiser.
• Use a cleansing clay based face mask once a week. This will help to draw out toxins from the skin and reduce pore size.
• Drink at least a litre of water a day. This will help to clear toxins out of your body.

Do Not:

• Over wash your face. Keep your skin clean, but act in moderation as over washing may lead to your skin producing more oil (sebum) to compensate. Keeping your skin clean is important, especially with oily skin, but always try to exercise some moderation. For example when using a facial scrub massage the product do not rub or use excess pressure as this may stimulate your oil glands and lead to irritation.
• Put your hands to your face as this will spread bacteria, which may lead to spots.