Oily Skin
Oily skin often comes with extra shine, visible pores and a greater chance of clogged pores or breakouts. The key is not to dry it out, but to balance excess oil with lightweight hydration and gentle, targeted ingredients.
- ✓Cleanse without stripping your skin
- ✓Choose lightweight, hydrating layers
- ✓Balance excess oil with niacinamide or BHA
KNOW THE SIGNS
IS YOUR SKIN REALLY OILY?
Oily skin produces more sebum than it needs. This often causes shine across the face, visible pores and a greater chance of clogged pores or breakouts.
If only your T zone gets oily while your cheeks feel normal or dry, you may have combination skin. Does your skin feel oily and tight at the same time? It could also be dehydrated.
The goal is not to dry out your skin, but to bring it back into balance with gentle cleansing, lightweight hydration and targeted ingredients.
- ✓Cleanse gently morning and night
- ✓Use lightweight, hydrating layers
- ✓Try niacinamide or BHA
- ×Use harsh, stripping cleansers
- ×Skip your moisturiser
- ×Exfoliate every day
KEY INGREDIENTS
YOUR GO TO INGREDIENTS FOR OILY SKIN
Control shine, keep pores clear and hydrate without heaviness. Each ingredient has its own role.
BALANCE
NIACINAMIDE
Helps balance excess oil and visibly refine pores.Morning and eveningMore about NIACINAMIDE →
EXFOLIATE
SALICYLIC ACID
Works inside pores to help remove excess oil and prevent congestion.Evening, 2 to 3 times a weekMore about SALICYLIC ACID →
CALM
CENTELLA ASIATICA
Soothes irritation and supports a healthy skin barrier.Morning and eveningMore about CENTELLA ASIATICA →
TARGET
AZELAIC ACID
Helps target breakouts, redness and post blemish marks without stripping the skin.Laatste stap avondMore about AZELAIC ACID →
WHAT OILY SKIN DOESN’T NEED
Harsh products and habits can irritate your skin and trigger even more oil.
RECOMMENDED ROUTINE
BALANCE STARTS HERE
A simple routine to balance excess oil, keep pores clear and hydrate without heaviness. Use it as your starting point and adjust each step to your skin.
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beplain Mung Bean pH-Balanced Cleansing Foam
Stap 1: CLEANSE
Remove excess oil without stripping.
€15,00Alle cleansers →Bekijk -
Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner
Stap 2: Tone
Soothe and restore balance.
€24,00Alle Toners →Bekijk -
Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Azelaic Acid 10 Ampoule
Stap 3: TREAT
Target excess oil, redness and uneven texture.
€22,00Alle Treatments → -
Purito Oat-In Calming Gel Cream
Stap 4: MOISTURISE
Hydrate without heaviness.
€15,00€17,00Alle Moisturizers → -
Celimax Oil Control Mattifying Sun Stick
Stap 5: PROTECT
Finish with a lightweight matte SPF.
€19,00Alle SUNSCREEN →
Complete routine: €95,00
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Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil Mild
Stap 1: OIL CLEANSE
Gently melt away SPF, make-up and excess sebum
€18,00Uitverkocht€21,00Alle Cleansing Oils → -
beplain Mung Bean pH-Balanced Cleansing Foam
Stap 2: Water Cleanse
Remove remaining impurities without stripping.
€15,00Bekijk -
Medicube Zero Pore Pad
Stap 3: EXFOLIATE
Gently clear clogged pores and remove excess oil, two nights a week.
€25,00Alle exfoliants → -
Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule
Stap 4: TREAT
Balance excess oil and refine visible pores.
€22,00Bekijk€25,00Alle treatments → -
Purito Oat-In Calming Gel Cream
Stap 5: MOISTURISE
Hydrate and calm without heaviness.
€15,00€17,00Alle moisturizers →
Complete routine: €77,00
GOOD TO KNOW
HOW TO LAYER YOUR OILY SKIN ROUTINE
Oily skin still needs hydration. The key is choosing lightweight layers that balance excess oil without feeling heavy.
Apply each product from thinnest to thickest and give every layer a moment to absorb.
Apply from thinnest to thickest and keep every layer light.
REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS
WHAT TO EXPECT
NOT SURE WHICH ONE?
FIND YOUR LIGHTWEIGHT MATCH
Three lightweight moisturisers compared by texture, finish and skin need.
Tips
FIVE TIPS FOR OILY SKIN
- 01 CLEANSE GENTLYHarsh cleansers can leave your skin feeling tight and unbalanced.
- 02 DON’T SKIP MOISTURISERChoose a lightweight gel cream that hydrates without feeling heavy.
- 03 DON’T OVER EXFOLIATEStart once a week and slowly build up. Your skin does not need exfoliation every day.
- 04 KEEP YOUR LAYERS LIGHTApply thin, water based products from lightest to richest.
- 05 WEAR SPF EVERY DAYChoose a lightweight formula with a fresh or matte finish.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
OILY SKIN QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
CAN OILY SKIN STILL BE DEHYDRATED?
Yes. Oily skin produces excess sebum, while dehydrated skin lacks water. You can experience both at the same time.
SHOULD I STILL USE A MOISTURISER?
Yes. Choose a lightweight gel cream that hydrates without leaving your skin feeling heavy or greasy.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I EXFOLIATE?
Start once a week and slowly build up to twice a week if your skin responds well. Avoid exfoliating every day.
SHOULD I WASH MY FACE WHENEVER IT FEELS OILY?
No. Cleansing morning and night is enough. Washing too often can irritate your skin and leave it feeling unbalanced.
CAN I COMBINE BHA, NIACINAMIDE AND AZELAIC ACID?
Yes, but introduce them gradually. Keep BHA to two nights a week and use azelaic acid and niacinamide at different times of day.
