If your skin looks less than dull at best, it can turn into an oil slick in summer. As the temperature rises, so does the humidity – and this can lead to an increase in oil production from your skin's sebaceous glands.
While sebum contains lipids and fats that protect your skin from drying out of environmental stressors, too much sebum can make the surface of the skin particularly greasy.
Tips to transform your skin from summer fat to summer glow
1. Clean properly
Double cleansing can be the key to getting rid of oily skin in summer. As we say at Eminence Organics, "Like attracts like" and using a gentle oil cleaner as the first step in your cleaning routine can make a big difference. We recommend our Stone Crop Cleansing Oil to gently remove makeup and remove oil-based products from your pores. The lightening stone plant moisturizes and moisturizes for a healthy looking complexion.
Then clean on a larger scale with the Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser. Regardless of whether your skin tends to break out, switching to a cleanser designed for problematic skin can help make your skin look dull in the oil-inducing summer months (Curls). This award-winning cleanser is blended with cucumber, tea tree oil, and yogurt to treat oily skin without removing moisture.
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2. Remember to wear sunscreen
While applying sunscreen looks like a recipe for disaster for an oily complexion, Allure says, "A healthy dose of sunscreen (a teaspoon for your face) surprisingly helps control oil and shine." Alternatively, you can use our Sun Defense Minerals choose for your sun care and check the appearance of the shine all day long. The breathtaking supermodel Kate Upton doesn't drive without a vacation.
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3. Makeup Free
Take a cue from Alicia Keys and embrace your beauty this summer without makeup – or at least do without your foundation! In summer, not only is there a brighter trend, but the melting makeup can also clog the pores and cause your skin to produce more oil.
4. Avoid cocktails and spicy food
The saying is true: "You are what you eat" – and during the hot summer months, cocktails and spicy food can destroy your complexion. These increase your heat index, which makes you feel warmer and sweat more. Sweat is not a bad thing by nature, but it can lead to clogged pores if it stays on the surface of the skin for too long. The result? Skin that looks shiny rather than moist. Instead, reach for foods with a high vitamin A content and slow oil production such as carrots, melon and spinach (Curls).
5. Don't forget to exfoliate
Peeling is an important part of every skin care routine, especially if your skin is oily. Regular peeling helps remove dead skin cells that have accumulated on the surface of the skin, clog the pores and tarnish the complexion. We recommend our Stone Crop Oxygenating Fizzofoliant, which contains rice flour and Adzuki powder to polish and smooth the skin structure, and Stone Crop to moisturize and moisturize. This peeling for everyday use gently removes impurities with its light effervescent effect and ensures a perfectly polished complexion.
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6. Treat your skin to a mask
Dr. Oz recommends applying a clay mask once or twice a week to degrease summer skin. Our Balancing Masque Duo contains kaolin clay and charcoal to remove oil, dirt and bacteria that cause excess sebum, and Buchu leaf extract to reduce oil production and mattify the skin's appearance. Add the moisture Grapefruit cheek treatment to restore moisture to the skin and minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
7. Yes, you still need to moisturize
Adding moisture to oily skin may not seem intuitive, but hydrating the skin is key to maintaining balance and controlling oil production. If you're wondering, "Should you use oily skin moisturizer?" The answer is a resounding yes. If you are looking for the best moisturizer for oily skin, we recommend the Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer. This beauty editor favorite includes cucumber juice, tea tree, and willow bark (a natural astringent) to tighten and reduce the appearance of your pores, leaving you with soft – never shiny – skin.
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How do you deal with oily skin? We'd love to hear your tips and tricks! Let us know in the comments below and join the conversation on social media.