Herbal Remedies Blog

Are the oil glands in your skin over working? Do you look shiny and greasy all the time. Oops, you have an oily skin.

Secretion of more oil by the sebaceous glands makes the skin oily and the large pores show that up making the skin greasy.

Oily skin is worrisome because it is more prone to acne and pimples. The main causes could be heredity, hormone levels, improper food, usage of unsuitable cosmetics etc. Usually, teenagers do develop an oily skin during puberty but fades off after some time. Unlucky are the ones who continue to have an oily skin.

Oily skin is very sensitive and problematic causing blackheads and pimple which leave behind scars and blemishes for life long.

Dont worry, here a set of useful tips:

• Use hot water to clean your skin
• Use a cleanser at least 2-3 times a day
• Fuller’s earth, clay and mud packs, aloe vera are good toners
• Use a suitable astringent
• Rub a slice of cucumber, tomato or even lemon juice when free
• Turmeric and sandalwood are best friends for oily skin

Eat right to take care:

• Avoid oily and junk food
• Include a lot of green and leafy vegetables in your diet
• Drink plenty of water

Of course, you still have your friend – a dermatologist, to help you maintain good skin.

All is not bad about oily skin, it does not age as fast as the other skin types. I mean, your skin makes you look young for your age.