It might not feel like it, but having oily skin isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Some experts believe that oily skin can help your skin to age more slowly. Your skin will produce a natural oil to lubricate your skin, which can also help to prevent fine lines & wrinkles. If you suffer from excessive oil on your face, then with the proper skincare routine you can reduce the amount of oil on your face & bring it down to a level more beneficial to your skin.

Although oily skin can fade over time there are always ways to treat it, from simple lifestyle changes to using products designed to remove excess oil.

One of the easiest ways to reduce the amount of excess oil is to wash your face every morning & night. This will not only get rid of unwanted oil but also any dirt & bacteria that you have picked up during the day/night.

Getting the right amount of sleep is also important not only for your health but also for the look & appearance of your skin. Not enough sleep can result in insulin resistance. If your body sees an increase in insulin it can result in the creation of the IGF-1 hormone, which stimulates production of sebum, resulting in oily skin. 

Stress can also be connected to insulin resistance & can worsen breakouts. By exercising regularly, practicing forms of meditation you can reduce stress. These small changes should reduce your stress levels & help to lower the amount of sebum produced.

Protecting your skin is an important part of keeping it looking as healthy as possible. Sun damage is one of the main causes of problems with your skin but by using any form of daily SPF will help protect your skin from the sun’s harmful rays, however, with greasy or oily skin it is important to use sun cream that is labelled oil-free.