Oily skin

Oily Skin – What's Important to Know Today?

 

I often hear from clients: "My skin is oily, shiny, and has large pores – what can I do?" Oily skin can certainly be inconvenient, but it also has its advantages. Recent studies show that oily skin tends to retain firmness longer and wrinkles slower. So, it's not about "conquering" it, but understanding and balancing it.

 

 

Why Does Skin Become Oily?

 

The reasons can be very diverse:

• Genetics – often hereditary.
• Hormonal fluctuations – especially during puberty, before menstruation, and during menopause.
• Stress and lack of sleep – scientists note that excess cortisol (the stress hormone) strongly stimulates sebum production.
• Improper care – the more we dry out the skin with aggressive cleansers, the more sebum it will produce.
• Diet – global dermatological recommendations increasingly emphasize the link between skin condition and the consumption of sugar, dairy products, or highly processed foods.

 

 

 

Diet and Oily Skin

 

Recent studies show that diet significantly influences skin oil production.

• Include Omega-3 fatty acids (fish, flaxseeds, chia) – they reduce inflammatory processes.
• Less sugar – high blood sugar levels raise insulin levels, which stimulates the sebaceous glands.
• Limit dairy products, especially sweet yogurts and cheeses. Studies show they can promote acne and oiliness.
• Don't forget water – dehydrated skin becomes even oilier.

 

 

 

Which Active Ingredients Are Most Effective?

New active ingredients are constantly appearing on the market, yielding excellent results:

• Salicylic acid (BHA) – penetrates pores, reduces inflammation, dissolves oil plugs.
• AHA acids (glycolic, lactic) – gently exfoliate, brighten the skin.
• Niacinamide – regulates oil secretion, soothes the skin.
• Zinc PCA – a newly discovered active form that effectively reduces skin oiliness.
• Probiotics in cosmetics – help restore a healthy skin microbiome, reduce acne breakouts.
• Clay masks – absorb excess oil, cleanse pores.
• Light moisturizers with hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, or panthenol – they hydrate without weighing down the skin.

It's very important not to forget – oily skin also craves moisture. If we dry it out, it will defend itself by producing even more oil.

 

 

New Global Trend

There is increasing talk about a holistic approach to oily skin – meaning we not only care for the skin externally but also consider the overall lifestyle: diet, stress, sleep. The skin is a mirror of our internal state.

 

Another innovation is personalized acid therapies. Instead of universal solutions, there is an increasing emphasis on the fact that each skin requires a different combination of acids, selected by a specialist.

 Why Consult a Cosmetologist?

 

Every skin is very individual – what works for one person may not work at all for another. A cosmetologist can assess skin condition, select suitable acids, masks, or even professional procedures. This helps achieve results faster, and most importantly – safely.

 

 

If you feel that your skin is currently out of balance, I invite you to visit me. We will see what it needs most and together create a care plan that will help your skin glow.