OILY
If shiny rather than lustrous describes your face, then it is possible your skin type can be classified as oily. Ruby Wan, assistant director of education at the Frederique Academy, says this skin type is usually sallow and thick-textured. Overactive sebaceous glands produce a sheen that covers the skin.
Large, open pores, blackheads, whiteheads and pustules are common problems among oily skin types. Cleansing is especially important because makeup, oil and grime can clog pores and result in breakouts. There are two schools of thought on the use of oil-based products on this skin type.
Ms Wan recommends an oil-free moisturiser, oil-control serums and gel-based products for congested skin, where papules could block pores. The Dr.Hauschka website suggests 'treating like with like', claiming that the application of oil to an oily complexion was the most effective solution. 'The skin knows whether it's sufficiently protected, producing more of its own oil when skin is dry and less when it's balanced,' says the website. 'Drying, soap-based products and oil-free acne treatments can rob the skin of its defences, leaving it vulnerable and triggering the sebaceous glands to produce even more oil.' Dr.Hauschka recommends products that help balance oil production.
