Home Remedies for an Oily Face

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Expensive skin care products are not the sole solution for oily skin. There are a number of easy home remedies such as managing one's diet to applying various simple face packs made from natural products for an oily face.

Every woman desires a beautiful skin. Not only does it enhance the looks, but healthy skin is an indicator of good health. A healthy skin is free of blemishes and pimples and has right amount of moisture in it. Oily skin posses lot of moisture in it. However, the bad news is that it is prone to blackheads, acne, and pimples.

A greasy face at a social gathering can be embarrassing. Remedies for oily skin must run deeper than cosmetics or make up.

From a healthy diet to changing one's lifestyle, skin care requires a holistic approach. There are skin care products designed specifically for oily skin. Here are some easy and inexpensive ways for natural skin care.

What Causes an Oily Face?

Oily skin is the result of overactive sebaceous glands producing a substance called sebum, a natural lubricant that traps moisture in skin cells. This helps the skin to be less prone to wrinkles and other signs of aging. But, the snag here is that oil attracts dirt.

Oily skin has large pores clogged with dirt and grime. The result of the clogged pores is the formation of blackheads, acne and pimples. This type is susceptible to eczema and fungal infections.

So, you have oily skin? Well, you could blame it on your genes. However, hormonal changes (primarily, among teenagers) and unhealthy lifestyle are other reasons for oily skin.

Skin Care Tips

Those with oily skin must wash their face with cold water 3 - 4 times a day as it gives a refreshing feeling and also tightens the pores. However, do not overdo the washing, as it will rob the skin of its moisture. Steam the face for 15 minutes, once a week. Add a few drops of lemon juice to water, as the acidic nature of the juice will dissolve excess oil.

Oily skin has to be exfoliated once in a week to remove dead skin cells from the surface which freshens the skin. Nowadays, many skin care products are available, either natural or cosmetic, ensure that the products suit your skin type. People with oily skin should avoid oil based products. For proper skincare, always remove your make-up once back home.

Face Packs

Mix 2 teaspoons of fuller's earth, six strawberries, a teaspoon of brandy and 2 teaspoons of chilled rose water. Apply this paste to the face, avoiding the delicate areas around the eyes. Leave it on for 30 minutes. Wash it off with cold water, by rubbing the face in gentle circular motions.

Clay masks are one of the best remedies. To make a clay mask, mix equal quantities of green clay and honey to make a smooth paste. Apply an even layer of this paste on the face, and wash off after 20 minutes.

A mixture of lemon juice and cucumber juice in equal amounts can be applied on the face everyday. Wash it off with cold water, after half an hour. Make a paste of one peeled apple and half a tablespoon of honey. Apply this paste on the face. Wash it off after 20 minutes, with cold water.

Beat one egg white in 1 teaspoon each of lemon juice and honey. Apply this mixture on the face, leaving the circles around the eyes. Wash it off with water after 10 minutes.

Applying a paste of fully ripe tomatoes is also an effective method for oily face control. Use yogurt directly on the face or make a mixture with fuller's earth, before washing it off with cold water.

Lifestyle Changes

Avoid heavy and fried foods. Fresh, green leafy vegetable, and fresh fruits should be included in one's diet. Desserts and foods rich in sugar may also trigger excess oil production. Hence, such foods should be excluded from one's diet. Excessive consumption of soft drinks, coffee, tea, and alcohol should be avoided.

Water flushes out the toxins from the body and prevents clogging of pores. Hence, one should drink 8 to 10 glasses of water everyday for a healthy skin. Regular exercise hastens the process of eliminating toxins. Proper rest ensures that one is stress-free, which goes a long way in deciding the health of one's skin.

If proper care is taken, the oiliness can be easily managed and reduced. However, in order to possess perpetually healthy skin, one must maintain good skin care and lifestyle practices.

Besides applying suitable face packs and using skin care products, a healthy diet and lifestyle are integral aspects to avoid oily skin.