Oily skin can be a frustrating topic. Shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, excess sebum… sound familiar?
While it may seem demanding at first glance, with proper care, it can reward you with slower aging , greater resilience, and a distinctive smoothness. The key, however, is a smart routine , choosing active ingredients and cosmetics that don't weigh down, grease, or clog pores.
In this extensive article, I will tell you how to take care of oily skin step by step , how to avoid common mistakes, how to choose products, what ingredients to choose, what to avoid, and how to incorporate the Hydro Tremella series from Orientana into your skincare routine, which, despite its rich moisturizing properties, remains extremely light and friendly even to oily skin.
Contents
- What is oily skin?
- How to recognize oily skin? Main symptoms
- Causes of oily skin – where does the overproduction of sebum come from?
- The most common mistakes in oily skin care
- What active ingredients does oily skin need?
- What to avoid when caring for oily skin?
- Step-by-step skincare routine for oily skin
- Hydro Tremella - why is this series also suitable for oily skin?
- How to incorporate Tremella products into your daily oily skin care routine
- An example of a day and night routine with Orientana cosmetics
- Lifestyle and oily skin - what worsens and what improves its condition?
- Summary - oily skin can be beautiful
- Frequently asked questions about oily skin
What is oily skin?
Oily skin is a skin type in which the sebaceous glands produce an increased amount of sebum . Sebum itself serves an important function: it protects, moisturizes, seals the hydrolipid barrier, and prevents TEWL (transepidermal water loss). Problems arise only when its production becomes excessive.
Oily skin doesn't necessarily have to be problematic. It's the skin type that ages the slowest and is more resilient and stable. The challenge, however, is maintaining a balance between cleansing and hydration .
How to recognize oily skin? Main symptoms
The most common characteristics of oily skin are:
- rapid shine in the T-zone just a few hours after washing the face,
- enlarged pores,
- tendency to develop open comedones (black dots) and closed comedones,
- frequent appearance of imperfections,
- feeling of "thick", heavier skin,
- better resistance to external factors.
Contrary to popular belief, oily skin can also be dehydrated . This is often the result of excessive drying, mattifying products, and harsh detergents.
Causes of oily skin - where does the overproduction of sebum come from?
Excessive activity of the sebaceous glands may result from:
- genetic conditions,
- hormones (testosterone and DHT strongly stimulate the sebaceous glands),
- stress and cortisol,
- care mistakes (over-drying, aggressive cleansing),
- environmental pollution,
- inappropriate diet (high GI, fast food, excess dairy products),
- using clogging cosmetics.
The most common mistakes in oily skin care
This is an absolutely crucial area – because most oily skin problems are the result of improper care , not genetics.
The most serious errors:
Too much cleansing and "degreasing" of the skin
Detergents that strip away the hydrolipid barrier provoke the skin to… produce even more sebum.
Skipping hydration
Dehydrated skin → produces more sebum to compensate.
Toners with alcohol and mattifying cosmetics "like powder"
They give an apparent matte effect, but they dry out and destabilize the skin barrier.
Using heavy creams and comedogenic oils
They aggravate blackheads.
Too infrequent cleansing or no makeup removal
This is especially dangerous in the case of covering makeup and SPF filters.
What active ingredients does oily skin need?
Oily skin likes light, gel-like textures and sebum-balancing ingredients .
The most helpful are:
- salicylic acid (BHA) – cleanses pores, reduces blackheads
- niacinamide – regulates sebum, reduces redness
- zinc PCA – inhibits seborrhea
- PHA acids (gluconolactone) – delicate, non-irritating, smoothing
- light hyaluronic acid and tremella – intensely moisturize without weighing down
- green tea, reishi – antioxidant and soothing effect
ferments – improve the microbiome
What to avoid when caring for oily skin?
- alcohol denat in high concentrations
- highly comedogenic oils
- aggressive surfactants (SLS, SLES)
- heavy, occlusive creams
- frequent use of clay without moisturizing balance
- too many cosmetics at once
Oily Skin Care Routine – Step by Step
Morning routine
Cleansing - gentle gel or foam.
Toning without alcohol
Moisturizing serum with niacinamide.
SPF – a must, preferably gel.
Evening routine
Makeup removal – oil or balm (non-comedogenic).
Proper cleansing - mild gel
Serum with lactic acid, tremella and exosomes
Mask for imperfections and sebum regulation
Once a week
Enzymatic or gentle PHA acid peeling.
Why is Tremella good for oily skin ?
The Hydro Tremella series from Orientana is based on the extract of the snow mushroom Tremella fuciformis, which acts as a natural humectant and works similarly to hyaluronic acid, but is:
- lighter
- faster absorption
- not sticky ,
- does not leave a greasy layer,
- combines well with problematic, seborrheic and oily skin.
Additionally:
- strengthens the hydrolipid barrier,
- relieves inflammation,
- supports skin regeneration,
- has antioxidant properties.
For oily skin, this means hydration without weighing it down , strengthening the barrier and reducing the stimulation of sebum production.
Lifestyle and oily skin
Oily skin reacts to:
Diet:
Negative:
- large amounts of dairy products
- high glycemic index
- fast food
Positively:
- healthy fats (avocado, olive oil, nuts)
- green vegetables
- products rich in antioxidants
Stress:
Increases cortisol → increases sebum. Breathing practices and skincare rituals reduce oxidative stress.
Sleep and regeneration:
Sleep deprivation disrupts the hydrolipid barrier and increases inflammation.
Skin microbiome:
Aggressive washing destroys it, which intensifies seborrhea.
Summary - oily skin can be beautiful
Oily skin isn't the problem. The problem is poor skincare . All it takes is a few conscious steps and the right cosmetics to:
- sebum has been normalized,
- pores became less visible,
- blackheads have decreased,
- the skin became smooth and stable.
The Hydro Tremella series is a great choice if you want to moisturize oily skin without feeling heavy or greasy , take care of its barrier and improve the water-lipid balance.
Frequently asked questions about oily skin
1. Does oily skin need hydration?
Yes, and even more so than other types. Dehydrated, oily skin produces more sebum.
2. Is tremella suitable for oily skin?
Yes. It's ultra-light, gel-like, non-clogging, and excellent at supporting water balance.
3. Can oily skin use oils?
Yes, but only light and non-comedogenic ones and mainly in makeup removal.
4. How often should you exfoliate oily skin?
1-2 times a week, preferably with PHA or BHA acids.
5. Does oily skin age faster?
No, on the contrary, it ages slower thanks to its natural sebum layer.
6. Why is my skin oily and dry at the same time?
This is dehydration - the skin defends itself with increased sebum production.
7. Which cream is best for oily skin?
Light, gel-like, without heavy oils, e.g. tremella-based moisturizing cream.
8. Should oily skin use SPF?
A must. Gel or water filters are best.
9. Does makeup worsen the condition of oily skin?
No, if it washes off well and is non-comedogenic.
10. How to reduce skin shine?
By strengthening the barrier, regular moisturizing and sebum-regulating serum.
11. Does diet affect oily skin?
Yes, especially sugar, dairy and processed foods.
12. How to wash oily skin?
It is best to use mild gels that do not foam aggressively.
13. Can clay be used daily?
No. Once a week is enough to prevent your skin from drying out.
14. How to close pores?
They cannot be closed, but they can be optically narrowed – thanks to niacinamide and PHA.
15. Aren't Tremella products too heavy for daytime use?
No, the Hydro Tremella series has gel, lightweight textures perfect for under makeup and SPF.
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