3 Tips For Choosing a Facial Cleanser for Oily Skin

When it comes to caring for oily skin, cleansing is the most important step. While there are a number of facial cleansers that claim to have the ability to put oily skin under control, get rid of oily skin and many other ridiculous claims, studies show that oil production can only be triggered by hormones and therefore no product can get rid of oily skin unless it is addressing the hormonal issue. That said, it is important for people with oily skin to be aware of such fallacies when going out to shop for a cleanser that works. This article discusses three things you need to know before you buy a cleanser for your oily skin:

1. A good cleanser for oily skin should be water soluble. A water soluble cleanser can be washed off easily leaving the skin clean. It is therefore advisable to avoid using bar soap and thick liquid cleansers on your face as this causes clogged pores. Clogged pores are a major cause of pimples which is another issue that many people with oily skin deal with.


2. Avoid cleansers with irritants. Irritants include menthol,and some plant extracts like mint,citrus juices,cinnamon and lavender. While these extracts are added to cleansers to give that tingling feeling, they are not good for people with oily skin as they may trigger excess oil production and cause pimples.Before selecting a cleanser, scan through the ingredients used to produce that cleanser. Most people will only read the product description and buy a product based on the description, forgetting that the product description is only used for marketing purposes and that what is in the product is essentially what matters most. Avoid any cleanser with the above mentioned irritants as well as products with alcohol and sulfur which lead to excess oil production.


3. Be cautious when selecting a cleanser that has a facial scrub. Facial scrub is necessary for getting rid of dead skin and opening clogged pores due to the excess oil being produced by your glands. However, be very cautious when buying an all in one cleanser, because excessive scrubbing of your face is another form of skin irritation which as discussed above, may cause production of excess oil and pimples. Using a clean wash cloth with a gentle water soluble cleanser can accomplish the goal of cleansing your face thoroughly without causing irritation. Scrubbing should be done once or twice a week to avoid irritating your skin daily and disrupting the ability of your skin to heal.

Choosing the right facial cleanser for your oily skin should not be a hard task when you already know what to avoid. If you ensure that your facial cleanser is water soluble, does not contain irritants and does not disrupt the normal healing process of the skin on your face, you can easily eliminate half of the products on the cosmetic shelve and remain with a selection of few good facial cleansers that can be good for your skin. With the few cleansers left to choose from, it becomes a matter of preference, bearing in mind that expensive does not always mean good quality.By Priscilla A Okwaro

Remove Blackheads With Facial Steam Bath

Regular blackheads removing is one of the main conditions for maintaining healthy and acne free skin. First and most important step of this treatment is a steam bath. Why is such a procedure so important? The fact is that under exposure of hot steam the skin pores open to allow you easily remove blackheads. Regular baths increasing a turgor of the skin by improving blood supply. Also, the steam softens the upper layer of the dermis, and dead skin cells exfoliate easily. It is noticed that after such clearing baths our skin better absorbs the creams and the intensity of their exposure increases.

For this procedure you can take herbs, essential oils, or simply do the bath with pure water. If you use herbal decoctions or oil, the bath can provide best therapeutic effect, contributing in the disinfection of the skin.

Steam baths for the face are especially useful for oily skin. It is noticed that after regular use of this procedure oily skin becomes fresh, pores reduced, the scars left by acne smooth out. For oily skin the facial steam baths can be done about once a week, time of the procedure may takes up to 20 minutes. In water for the bath it is recommended to add bay leafs, fennel, lavender, calendula, chamomile, cypress. These recommendations can be used also for steam baths for a combine skin type.

For normal skin this procedure will be useful, if carried out twice a month. You can apply chamomile, lavender, sandalwood, cloves, thyme, geranium, and other herbs. Time of procedure is up to 15 minutes.-By Eugeniya Machiyanova

Oily Skin Care Tips - Get Rid Of Those Pimples And Greasy Spots On Your Face Forever

Oily skin is not a disease, its just a skin texture that makes you uncomfortable from which you want to get rid of. Due to lack of proper guidance and information on oily skin care available, it has turned into one of the major skin problems resulting into pimples, acne, blackheads and many more.

Several factors are said to be responsible for the aggravation of an oily skin:

CAUSES OF AN OILY SKIN

1. Heredity is quite responsible for an oily skin, but so do hormones. Pregnant women sometimes notice an increase in skin oil with the changes in hormonal activity. So do women going for birth control pills.

2. Stress can also lead in the overdrive of the oil glands.

3. The wrong cosmetics can easily aggravate an otherwise mild case of oily skin.

Some of these causes are within your ability to control, but others you will have to learn to live with.

In most of the cases, oily skin can be treated at home. But sometimes, the situation demands more than just a home remedy. You need to call for a doctor if you develop sever acne or notice notice any sudden change in your skin. Otherwise, go for these tips and try them at home:

TIPS ON OILY SKIN CARE

1. Keep your skin absolutely clean - You might be quite aware of the fact, that oilier the skin, the dirtier it looks and feels. And to get rid of this, keep your skin clean by washing it at least twice a day.

Generally, some doctors recommend you to use detergent-type soaps on your face. As a substitute to it, you can add 1-2 drops of dish washing detergent to your regular soap.

While some doctors condemn the use of detergent-type soaps as they are too harsh for your oily facial skin. Instead they recommend glycerin soaps to be used to clean your face twice a day.

If using a detergent soap irritates your facial skin then try the glycerin soap,easily available over the counter.

2. Give Aloe-Vera a Try - This wonder plant of the household is the best at absorbing skin oils. Slice open a leaf and smear the gel on your face 3 times a day. Let it dry. Or you can also keep a small amount of gel in the refrigerator during the summers for a refreshing face-lift.

3. Wipe with Astringents - Wipe the oily spots on your face by rubbing alcohol or a combination of alcohol and acetone that helps degrease your oily skin. Many drugstores even sell pre-moistened, individually wrapped alcohol wipes that are really portable, you can carry them in your purse for quick touch-ups all day long.

4. Carry Tissue papers with you - Paper facial tissues are the best substitute of astringents as they help soak up excess oils in a pinch. Get those special oil-absorbing tissues from a cosmetic counter that are very in removing excessive oils between cleansings.

5. Rinse your face with cold water - Simply splashing your face with cold water and blotting it dry a couple of times a day is equivalent to applying chemicals to your skin. These cold water rinses remove excessive oils from your face.

6. Say NO to moisturizers - Do not ever go after those tempting advertisements compelling you to buy facial moisturizers for oily skin. These are the fatal temptations taking you to disastrous skin. Instead apply a sunscreen on your face before facing the sun or going outdoors. And yes, do not forget to check the labels for products especially designed for oily skin.

7. Make your own scrub - Make a paste of a small amount of ground almonds with honey and apply as a facial scrub for removing oils and dead skin cells. Now gently massage this paste on your face with a hot washcloth. Finally, rinse with cold water.

Another scrub from oatmeal mixed with aloe vera can prove to be very beneficial for you. Rub gently on your skin and leave on for 15 minutes, Then rinse thoroughly. And if suffering from acne on your face, then you should probably skip the scrub, as it can aggravate your already-irritated skin.

8. Apply Masques on your oily face - Masques prove to be very beneficial in reducing the oiliness. Either Clay masques or you can mix Fuller's Earth (easily available) with a little water and make a paste. Apply this paste to the face and leave on for about 20 minutes and then rinse off.

9. Go for water-based cosmetics only - Try to make your skin breathe by living without make-up, especially foundation. Using make-up or foundation that are oil-based blocks the pores of your skin thereby resulting in blemishes. And if necessary, then use water-based make-up only, especially spot concealers rather than coating your entire face. In general, prefer stick with powder or gel blushers, and avoid cream foundations as much as possible.

10. Tie up your hair properly - Keep your hair away from your face as oily hair accompanies an oily skin.

11. Do not touch your facial skin - Avoid touching your face throughout the day as your hands deliver excessive oils and dirt.

12. Choose a powder for you - For that extra shine-free protection, use simple products for your oily face such as Johnsons Baby Powder. This makes a superb face powder when fluffed lightly over your makeup.

13. Splash on the hot suds - Hot water is a great solvent. So, warm water should be used to wash an oily face and that with plenty of soap. Hot water plus soap dissolves skin oil better than cold water and soap.

By Navneet Brar 

Natural Remedies for Skin Care

The abundance of skin care products out on the market can be overwhelming at times and many people have turned to natural skin care remedies for visible results. There seems to be an advertisement, celebrity endorsement, or infomercial on every corner. They all gloat on some miracle product that promises to transform one's skin as well as self-esteem. Face it, most everyone don't have the time or the deep pockets to try many of the popular brands. Not to worry, there are plenty of natural skin care remedies that are inexpensive and well suited for each skin type.
Dry skin
Those with dry skin often worry about a flaky/ashy look and early onset of crow's feet. Pay more attention to product ingredients before buying expensive creams. Look for natural skin care products containing vegetable oils such as olive oil, jojoba oil, shea butter, coconut oil, sunflower oil or peanut oil. While the good old fashioned petroleum jelly is an inexpensive moisturizer, long term use may lead to clogged pores. Pores on the skin are designed to release toxins from the body. If they are clogged for extended periods of time and restricted from secreting toxins, people may end up with certain disorders such as acne, even drier skin, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and much more. Remember petroleum jelly and related chemicals are for external use only while internal consumption may lead to a variety of side effects. Many countries have banned the use of such ingredients in cosmetics, but certain nations or manufacturers may still sneak them into lipsticks, baby lotions and other moisturizers.
Oily skin
For those who are constantly blotting their forehead to get rid of its shine, they understand the frustration of having oily skin. Combined with changing hormone levels and humidity, oily skin can trigger unpleasant acne breakouts. The good news is that over time, those with oily skin tend to have fewer wrinkles than those with dry skin. The key to looking great with oily skin is to keep your face clean (wash at least twice a day), stay with water-based moisturizers, include aloe vera in the beauty regime to clear pores, and avoid touching with hands as fingers may deliver extra oil and dirt to the face.
Wrinkles
Call them laugh line or crow's feet, but wrinkles are wrinkles are wrinkles. The best remedy is actually prevention. Make it a habit to always wear sunscreen on the face, even all over the body for prolonged sun exposure or if prone to skin cancer. Habits favoring skin care include wearing sunglasses to avoid squinting and sleeping on the back to prevent facial wrinkles over time. To combat visible lines, instead of buying expensive name brand serums or creams, reach for less costly vitamin C cream to stimulate collagen rebuilding. In addition to fighting wrinkles, vitamin C is also a great antioxidant to reduce sun spots, minimize scar appearance, and brightens your skin tone. Many night creams and serums contain vitamin C as it is broken down by sunlight.
Turkey Neck
To avoid getting a gobbler with age, apply the same skin regiment on the neck as on the face. Skin on the neck wrinkles easily, but is often over looked in skin care.
There is a natural skin care remedy for almost every skin type and being a natural beauty doesn't have to cost a fortune. Be sure to try different botanicals and oils for desired results.

By Serena Li