Need Help Controlling Very Oily But Red, Dry, Irritated Skin?

Do you have oily skin? Have you noticed that your skin is so oily one minute people can see you shining from a mile away, yet it is red and feels dry and irritated like a sunburn? If so, keep reading. You will learn what is going on with your skin and a few things you should do to keep your oily but dry skin in check.

Why is My Skin Oily One Minute But Feels Dry and Irritated the Next?

Nine times out of ten, you are doing something to cause your skin to dry out. Most people use too many drying products to get rid of the oil or skip or skimp on the moisturizer. The truth is this only strips the skin of moisture(hydration), which makes the problem worse. You see, your skin becomes dehydrated and produces extra oil to compensate for the loss of water. The excess oil creates the additional shine; however, it cannot replace the lost moisture leaving your face feeling dry and looking red and irritated.

Oily Skin Care Tips

Most skincare products for oily skin contain oil-controlling ingredients and are typically fine when using one or two products in a regimen. However, many people have an entire skin routine that consists of drying/dehydrating ingredients and often omit the moisturizer. As mentioned above, your skin produces oil and is dependent on you to take care of the moisture. The key is to create balance by limiting the number of drying products while adding water to the skin with a moisturizer. Keep in mind oil-free moisturizers are a great way to get moisture without the added oil. One of our favorites is the Prevention + daily matte moisturizer oil-free with 32 SPF.

If over-the-counter oil-controlling products and moisturizers aren't giving you the desired results, it is time you visit your local corrective skin care specialist for an assessment. Your skin assessment and customized regimen will have your skin back to its usual healthy self in no time.