A very well-known aphorism says that beauty isThis is a terrible force. Almost all women know this very well and use this very force to the fullest. However, not all beauties by nature have perfect skin. One of the most common problems is oily facial skin, the treatment of which is a very difficult task. Oily skin is, indeed, a very unaesthetic sight. Such skin is almost always shiny, and in the hot season, real droplets of sebum often appear on it. The appearance of such skin is also very specific - due to the fact that the pores are enlarged, it is very similar to an orange peel. The pores of the skin are almost constantly clogged, forming blackheads. But that's not all - very often various inflammatory processes develop on oily skin. All this is a direct consequence of too intensive production of sebum by the sebaceous glands, which, together with dust and keratinized particles of the bed, form plugs that clog the ducts of these very sebaceous glands. First, blackheads appear, then, as fat accumulates in the ducts, these dots turn into real sebaceous plugs, under which inflammatory processes begin with a high degree of probability. An unpleasant prospect, isn't it? But don't be upset - another, no less famous aphorism claims that this very beauty requires sacrifice. And we, women, are ready to sacrifice time, money, effort. Although, strictly speaking, you can do without large financial expenses to treat oily skin. After all, almost all of the procedures offered by beauty salons can be done at home. The main thing is to know how. This is exactly what we will tell you about now.
Care for oily skin
Start fighting all these troublesIt is necessary to start with the simplest, but also the most important thing – with proper care for oily skin. Remember that systematic care is very important to achieve the desired result. Periodic “raids”, from time to time, will not do any good. Moreover, you can only worsen the condition of your skin.
- Cleansing the skin
Cleanliness is the key to health.And this truth is also true for the skin. Therefore, proper cleansing is extremely important. The skin must be thoroughly cleansed every evening. Cleansing milk, which contains bactericidal additives, is ideal for this purpose. The milk must be applied to the face in a thin layer, massage the face for a couple of minutes. After that, rinse the face thoroughly with cool water. This must be done with cotton swabs - they will more thoroughly cleanse the pores of the skin from accumulated sebum. If the skin is very oily, you can use liquid soap or a cleansing gel - foam for cleansing. Wet the skin of the face, apply a small amount of cleanser to it and massage thoroughly until a thick foam is formed. After that, rinse the skin thoroughly with cool water and blot with a terry towel.
- Skin toning
So, the skin is cleansed.Let's move on to the next stage - skin toning. To do this, you need to use special lotions designed specifically for oily skin. These lotions perfectly normalize the pH of the skin, optimize the work of the sebaceous glands. In addition, the use of these lotions stimulates the narrowing of pores and stops inflammatory processes. It is very important to choose the right lotion. When buying, pay attention to the composition of the product. It is advisable to give preference to those lotions that contain extracts of coltsfoot, chamomile, plantain and calendula. In addition, essential oils such as eucalyptus and tea tree have a very beneficial effect on oily skin. Menthol and camphor are also no less useful.
- Skin Nutrition
The next step is applying the cream.Please note - the cream must be applied to slightly sensitive skin. It is very important to choose the right face cream. It should never be greasy, otherwise the skin condition will worsen significantly. Therefore, carefully study the composition of the cream before buying it. In no case are such substances as petroleum jelly, stearic acid, mineral oils allowed. It is best to give preference to emulsion creams intended specifically for oily skin. Such creams are quickly absorbed, normalize the sebaceous glands, and supply nutrients to the skin.
- Deep cleansing and masks
Approximately two to three times a week is necessaryperform additional cleansing procedures. It is best to use scrubs for this - preparations with solid particles. However, please note - they can only be used if there are currently no inflammatory processes on the skin. If there are inflamed pimples on the skin, it is necessary to cleanse the skin with gommages - soft peeling creams. In the same case, if the pores are very clogged, the best option will be film masks, which cleanse the pores very well.
Traditional methods of treating oily skin
If for any reasonIf you don't want to use ready-made cosmetics, pay attention to natural resources. Often, folk medicine recipes are much more effective than the most expensive scrubs, peels, lotions and creams. We will tell you about them.
- Cleansing the skin
Any skin care starts with cleansing,Remember? To prepare a folk remedy for cleansing oily skin, you will need five tablespoons of oatmeal, one tablespoon of soap shavings and five tablespoons of water. Grate any baby soap, mix it with oatmeal, place in a glass container with a lid. Pour in warm water and mix thoroughly. Store such a skin cleanser in the refrigerator for no more than five days. It is used as follows: wet the skin with warm water, apply an even layer of cleanser. Massage for one minute, then rinse the skin thoroughly with water. Finish washing, rinse the skin with ice water - it perfectly tones the blood vessels and narrows the pores. The product is absolutely safe, so you can use it for daily evening washing.
- Toning Lotions
So, the skin is cleansed. Now it needs to be toned.Many women unanimously claim that the following cleansing lotions are the best for this: chamomile and cucumber. And we will start with chamomile. To prepare it, you will need one tablespoon of salicylic alcohol, one teaspoon of dry inflorescences of pharmacy chamomile and half a glass of water. Place the chamomile in a thermos and pour boiling water over it. Infuse the chamomile for three hours, then carefully strain it with gauze. Pour the resulting chamomile infusion into a glass container and mix with salicylic alcohol. The lotion is ready! Wipe your face with this lotion at least twice a day. Salicylic alcohol perfectly disinfects the skin and reduces sebum secretion. And pharmacy chamomile relieves inflammation and soothes the skin of the face. After applying this lotion for the first time, carefully monitor your skin's reaction. If you feel a strong burning sensation, prepare a new lotion using half the dosage of salicylic alcohol.
- Face cream
How to Make Your Own Cream for Oily SkinIt is not that easy. But it is still possible, if you try really hard. To do this, you will need three aloe leaves, two tablespoons of any baby cream without any additives. Place the aloe leaves in the freezer for three days beforehand. After that, peel the leaves, grind them to a puree state. Mix the baby cream and the resulting mass thoroughly, place in a tightly closing container. The cream must be stored exclusively in the refrigerator. This cream can be used daily, after evening cleansing of the skin. Apply the cream to the skin of the face in a thin layer. This improvised cream is absorbed very quickly. Baby cream perfectly moisturizes the skin - after all, the need for moisture in oily skin is no less than in dry skin. Well, aloe, as you might guess, eliminates all inflammatory processes.
Masks for oily skin of the face
In order to successfully treat oily skin, withoutspecial healing masks will not be enough. There are several very, very effective masks that can quickly restore the most problematic oily skin to order:
- Mask with honey and aloe
Is your skin inflamed?This mask will help you. To prepare it, you will need one tablespoon of honey, one teaspoon of aloe juice and half an apple. Peel the apple and grate it on a fine grater. Using gauze, squeeze out one teaspoon of aloe juice. Mix all the ingredients in an enamel or glass bowl until smooth. The mask should be applied to the skin after cleansing, in a thick layer. After 15 minutes, wash off the mask and rinse the skin with ice water. You can do this mask three times a week.
- Cucumber mass
Cucumbers have excellent cleansing properties,moisturizing and softening properties. Therefore, a cucumber mask is also very useful for problem skin. But remember that cucumbers also whiten the skin perfectly - so do not use this recipe under any circumstances if you visit a solarium. The tan will be uneven and the face will be covered with age spots. All other women will certainly like this mask. To prepare it, you will need one medium-sized cucumber, as well as half a teaspoon of calendula tincture. Peel the cucumber, grate it on a fine grater and, in addition, mash it well with a fork. Mix the cucumber puree and calendula tincture, mix thoroughly and apply to pre-steamed and cleansed skin of the face. After about 30 minutes, wash off the mask and rinse your face with cool water. Do not do more than two masks a week.
- Egg mask
Another excellent remedy is eggmask. It is prepared very, very simply - you will need the protein of one chicken egg. Beat it thoroughly with a fork, blender or mixer. You should get a thick white foam. Apply this foam in a thick layer to the skin of the face and leave for ten minutes. You will feel a feeling of tightening of the skin - this is the beginning of the narrowing of the pores. That is why it is so important to do this mask only after thoroughly cleansing the skin. As you can see, there are quite a few ways to combat the problems of oily skin. But do not forget that it is very important to know exactly what causes led to the emergence of this problem. As a rule, only a doctor can establish these causes and prescribe treatment. Be sure to consult a doctor - a dermatologist! We advise you to read:
