• Morning Skincare Routine
• Evening Skin Care Routine
• Weekly Skincare Routine for Oily Skin
• Tips to Take Care of Oily Skin
• Frequently Asked Questions on Treating Oily Skin

If you have a prized collection of setting powders ready to use for touch- ups every hour, you already know what skin type you belong to and have struggled with until now. Yes, it is none other than  oily skin and we are here to deal with it. 

Oily skin is a result of sebaceous glands producing excess sebum, a natural oil that keeps your skin, particularly your forehead, nose and chin oily. It is only problematic when this excess oil leads to clogged pores, blackheads, and acne. If you are not sure how to take care of oily skin, we have put together a morning and evening oily skincare routine that you should latch onto right away. 

Morning Skincare Routine

1. Cleanser
   The first step on how to take care of oily skin and the least glamorous of all steps, using a gentle cleanser will not only remove the excess oil but also unclog your pores effectively. Although most cleansers do cleanse your skin effectively, it is recommended to pick the cleanser that works well for your skin. The perfect oil combating face wash is the one that removes excess oil but also doesn’t strip off the skin of all the hydration. 
   You can use a foam-based cleanser to remove excess oil in the T-zone.
   
   If you are looking for a gentle face cleanser with natural ingredients, we suggest using Coco Soul Revitalising Face Wash from Coco Soul's face care range
   Coco Soul's Revitalising Face Wash is crafted with the ancient Ayurvedic wisdom,  the goodness of Virgin King Coconut Oil, and nature’s most potent herbs like Gotu Kola and Neem. It cleanses dirt and other impurities from your face without making it dry.
   
2. Toner
   Most of us skip this very important step in the morning skincare routine. Using a toner will unclog your pores and maintain the skin’s pH levels. You can either make your own toner with natural ingredients such as water and rose petals or pick up toners that are infused with aloe extract, chamomile, or honey. 
   
   
3. Moisturiser
   You would think since you have oily skin, you can skip on the moisturiser. However, it isn’t true. Even if you have oily skin, you can opt for oil- free, water- based moisturisers that are non- greasy and yet extremely hydrating. Oil- free moisturisers leave your skin plump without clogging the pores.
   
   

4. Sunscreen
   Just as moisturisers, sunscreens are also formulated in non- greasy textures ideal for an oily skincare routine. Sunscreens infused with light formulas, natural extracts, antioxidants, etc. can keep your skin protected against the harsh UV rays. While picking up  sunscreen, look for ingredients such as vitamin C, fruit extracts, and caffeine. If you can lay your hands on products for oily skin such as matte finish sunscreen, it will create a perfect base for your everyday makeup too

Evening Skin Care Routine

1. Cleanser

Even if you stay indoors the whole day, you still need to get rid of the dirt and gunk clogged into your pores from the environment. If you have worn a full- face of makeup during the day, you can double cleanse your face to leave no makeup residue behind. 

If you have acne- prone skin, make sure your cleanser in the oily skincare routine is free from any alcohol as it will further irritate your skin. 

2. Toner

Just as a morning toner, you need to add a toner in the night-time oily skincare routine as well to balance the right amount of hydration and also fight skin acne. Toner with white tea and rose can help combat acne- prone skin while gentle toners can retain moisture into your freshly cleansed face. 

3. Moisturiser

Moisturising is the key to waking up with supple and soft skin in the morning. 

If your moisturiser includes ingredients that can smoothen out your skin discolouration, infuse moisture, and create balance of sebum production, you need to apply it every time before hitting the bed. 

4. Eye cream

Most of us experience discolouration around the eyes and also wake up to puffy looking eyes. Since your skin around the eyes is sensitive, look for natural ingredients that leave a lasting and calming effect on your skin. Eye cream with caffeine can help calm your skin very well. If you are all about natural ingredients, you can apply aloe vera gel as well. 

Weekly Skincare Routine for Oily Skin

While an everyday oily skincare routine can keep your skin well- hydrated and oil- free, it is important to top it up with a little extra TLC by including exfoliation and face mask in your routine to get the most of the nourishment to your skin. Besides following the best skincare routine for oily skin, opt for home remedies that you can indulge in once a week. Now that you've learnt about the ideal skin care routine for oily skin, head over to our blog on skin care routine for dry skin to learn how to get rid of dry skin.

Tips to Take Care of Oily Skin

Even if you’re following the best skincare routine for oily skin, you still need some skin care tips and tricks to enhance your skin’s health and help the ingredients work in a better manner. 

1. Look for products labelled as oil- free and make sure they are natural, alcohol- free, and water- based formulations. 
2. Do not go to sleep without removing your makeup. Sleeping with layers of foundations, concealers, powders, etc. can clog your pores heavily and lead to acne. Double cleanse to remove your makeup before  heading to  bed.
3. If you sweat, wash and do not wipe your face. If you are sweating post a workout it’s best to cleanse your face to keep your pores from getting clogged with dirt. 
4. Do not leave the house without sunscreen. Applying any kind of SPF will ensure your skin is protected when you are out in the sun. But even when you are indoors or it’s raining outside, do not skip on sunscreen as the UV rays can seep through the clouds and windows as well. 
5. Make healthier meal choices by adding nutritious vitamins and consuming  high water content fruits and vegetables.You must also check out our blog on ayurvedic tips for glowing skin to learn the best hacks for a perfect ayurvedic skin care routine.

Frequently Asked Questions on Treating Oily Skin

1. Which skincare routine is good for oily skin?
   

   Using a water- based cleanser, toner, and a moisturiser in the morning and night are important steps and should be a part of your daily skincare routine for oily skin. 
   
   

2. What should we apply at night for oily skin?

   Always use a light- weight moisturiser before hitting the bed. Avoid heavy formulated creams that clog your oily skin pores. 
   
   

3. Which foods cause oily skin?

• Dairy products such as milk, yoghurt, butter and cheese, etc. aren’t good for your skin.
• Fried snacks and junk foods need to be eliminated.
• Too much salt in food can also lead to dehydration of skin, which can result in overproduction of sebum.