What do u do to keep you skin moisturized but not oily?
@samwilliams06 (946)
United States
December 7, 2006 1:56pm CST
I have a very hard time Keeping my skin moisturized and non- oily, If I dry it out, it looks bad. Are there any special lothions that I can Use to prevent this affect?
3 responses
@BartsDiamond (188)
• United States
7 Dec 06
You can use baby lotion, because it moisturizes but doenst have extra oils in it that your skin doesnt need because it is used on babies!
@babyjane (1390)
• Philippines
9 Mar 07
Here's my "Do and Don't" advice for those with oily skin who've decided they could benefit from some moisture.
DO's :
... Do drink lots of water. It's cheap, and it helps hydrate the skin from the inside. Because the less moisturizer you need to wear on your face to do the job, the better! Too much moisturizer will sit on top of the skin and aggravate acne or clogged pores.
... Do look for a fragrance free product. Fragrance can irritate the skin, which can cause more oil production and acne.
... Do take the words "oil free" and "noncomedogenic" with a grain of salt. There are plenty of pore clogging ingredients out there that aren't called "oil" but that CAN cause problems. And, there are some oils that are fairly innocent.
The word "noncomedogenic" on the label. That word means "won't cause acne," but there are no laws in the cosmetics industry that regulate the use of this term, so just like the words "oil free," it just doesn't mean much.
So what to do if your not a cosmetic chemist? FEEL the product between your fingers... if it's heavy, greasy, sticky, gummy, or super slick, it's probably not the best choice for oily skin.
... Do consider MULTI-FUNCTION PRODUCTS... for the sake of your skin AND your sanity AND your budget. For example, you may want a toner that also has ingredients that exfoliate. Or maybe you want a moisturizer that also has a sun screen, or one that helps control oil. The fewer products layered onto an oily skinned face, the better.
... Do Exfoliate! A nicely exfoliated skin is better able to maintain it's moisture balance, so once in a while, exfoliate with a gentle scrub or some baking soda mixed with a little water.
DONT'S:
... Don't go overboard. Drying out oily skin with harsh products will not stop your oil, and will only add the problems of surface dryness, flaking, and skin irritation to the mix. Some tightness is normal after using cleansers that are effective enough for oily skin, but don't use a cleanser or toner that leaves skin feeling parched. Why make your skin crave more moisture than your poor oil-overwhelmed pores can handle?
Always try to use the gentlest products you can find without sacrificing effectiveness. Unless you are very oily, you may do better in the long run with products designed for "combination" skin, especially if your skin is partly normal or sometimes dry. If you have sensitive skin, this goes double.
... Don't pay a king's ransom. There's no reason to spend $60 on a moisturizer. Truly. Many very good products are available at reasonable prices.
... Don't get moisture crazy. You may not need to moisturize every day, especially in humid climates! Let your skin's response be your guide. If it's not "soaking up" the moisture you're giving it, cut back on the amount or frequency of application.
All over-moisturizing will do is make your oily skin look dull and droopy as the day wears on, and add to the problem of clogged pores and acne.
Every skin, even oily skin, benefits from some added moisture, at least now and then. And if you play it smart, there's no reason your oily skin can't "drink up" along with the rest of them!
