Oily Skin Care
Posted on May 2, 2009 by admin
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When we talk about oily skin care we need to start by looking at what
causes an oily skin. In simple terms an oily skin is the result of
excessive production of sebum (an oily substance that is naturally
produced by your skin). Our skin normally secretes a small amount of
oil and this is useful because it acts as a natural moisturizer. But
excessive production of sebum leads to clogging of the pores which can
then encourage the formation of pimples and acne. An oily skin spoils
your looks and when it becomes obvious to others this can result in
embarrassment and loss of self esteem.
Use a common sense approach to solve the problem and remove the excess oil from your skin. Wash your face two or three times a day using a
soap made from natural materials. But do not overdo it – excessive
washing can result in dry skin with its associated problems. Avoid
alcohol based products because these can remove all the oil from the
skin.
If you still find that you have a problem after following these
suggestions, you may need to use an oily skin care cleansing product.
For the most effective treatment, look for oily skin care creams which
contain kaolin, shea butter or allantoin.
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