Oily skin

[Rebekaaaah]

When I wake up in the AM my face feels oily & thru out the day at work my T-Zone is oily. What can I use to prevent from my face from getting oily in the AM & thru out the day. Any make up suggestions?

[RAWRitsRED]

Hi @Rebekaaaah 

I have super oily skin too so it's always a struggle trying to find products that work together.

For my morning routine, I use Youth To The People Superfood Gentle Antioxidant Refillable Cleanser 8 oz / 237 ml followed by Youth To The People Superfood Air-Whip Lightweight Face Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid 2 oz / 59 m....  I use a jade roller at the end (I like to leave mine in the fridge overnight so it's even colder).  And of course, you can never forget the sunscreen!  I also love the Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer Standard Size - 1 oz/ 30 mL since it really helps keep my face smooth and almost oil free while hiding most of my pores.  I am still struggling to find a foundation that doesn't oxidize.  Liquid foundations and oil free foundations work best.

For my night routine, I use Youth To The People Superfood Gentle Antioxidant Refillable Cleanser 8 oz / 237 ml, exfoliate using CLINIQUE Blackhead Solutions 7 Day Deep Pore Cleanse & Face Scrub 4.2 oz/ 125 mL, shower, wet my face with cold water or ice to shrink pores.  I use OLEHENRIKSEN Glow2OH 7% AHA Exfoliating Dark Spot Toner 6.5 oz/ 190 mL which really helps remove the oils!  It says to apply in a circular motion, but if you're just starting out or if your skin is sensitive, dabbing it is fine.  Then I use DRUNK ELEPHANT - T.L.C. Framboos™ Glycolic Resurfacing Night Serum, Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisturizing Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi 2 oz/ 60 mL or Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Night Cream + Mask with Vitamin C 2 oz / 59 ml.  Those moisturizers seem heavy for oily skin, but in combination with the OleHenriksen toner, it surprisingly works!  My face has produced less oils since I started this routine.  The last product I use is the OLEHENRIKSEN - Banana Bright Eye Crème and I use a jade roller to make sure all the moisturizers penetrate my skin.

If you're interested in the Youth to the People products, they have a sample set.  Unfortunately, it doesn't come with a toner.

YOUTH TO THE PEOPLE - The Youth Minis Kit

I hope this helps!

[SherandaPRO]

@Rebekaaaah Hi there - i understand that oily T zone throughout the day and i have used the following to help with oil control.  SMASHBOX - Photo Finish Oil & Shine Control Primer under your foundation or Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer Standard Size - 1 oz/ 30 mL this is another great oil control primer.  You can also try incorporating a good hydrating serum at night such as, THE ORDINARY - Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 or FRESH - Rose & Hyaluronic Acid Deep Hydration Moisturizer , this will help keep the skin hydrated and hopefully produce less oil.

Hope this helps narrow you search, let me know how it goes.

Best to you!

[Rebekaaaah]

Thank you very much. Do you know what I can use to get rid of red/acne marks on the face? Currently I am using Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam face wash. Also, what foundation would you recommend?

[hmorrow85]

Azelaic acid can help reduce redness. I hope you find something that works for you!