{"id":28659,"date":"2023-12-21T11:25:53","date_gmt":"2023-12-21T16:25:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prose.com\/?p=28659"},"modified":"2025-06-19T07:56:51","modified_gmt":"2025-06-19T11:56:51","slug":"how-i-helped-control-my-oily-skin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prose.com\/blog\/how-i-helped-control-my-oily-skin","title":{"rendered":"How I Helped Control My Oily Skin"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

On the Surface<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I had relatively clear skin in high school. It wasn\u2019t until I started college that things began to change. The transition from having a clear complexion to one that was riddled with blackheads and cystic acne was jarring, but not completely unexpected. While I credit my oily skin to genetics, my diet at the time \u2014 which mostly consisted of chicken tenders, fries, and mozzarella sticks \u2014 was also a major cause of these newly-surfaced blemishes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facing this congestion made me resent the overly oily skin I seemed to have developed overnight. But Jodi LoGerfo<\/a>, DNP, a dermatology nurse in New York City, stresses that oily skin shouldn\u2019t be viewed as a unique skin concern. This increase in sebum production is common, and doesn\u2019t necessarily mean you\u2019re headed for a lifetime of acne. \u201cThe amount of sebum a person produces varies throughout the course of a person\u2019s life,\u201d says LoGerfo, adding, \u201cUnfortunately, sebaceous glands get a bad rap. We do need them for healthy skin.\u201d This includes<\/a> helping to lock in moisture and protect the skin barrier from UV radiation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My skin began improving after I made daily swaps in my diet, like hydrating with water instead of sweetened iced tea, or introducing more greens to my carb-heavy meals. Skin health starts from the inside, and cleaning up my diet proved that to be true. But now, it was time to tackle the more intimidating \u2014 especially at the time \u2014 part of skincare: the daily routine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fresh Start<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ensuring your skin is properly cleansed goes without saying, but extra care must be taken when you have oily skin. Over-cleansing is a big no-no, says LoGerfo, as this can strip the skin of natural oils, which may lead to drying and irritation. Another don\u2019t? Overusing skincare products that promise an oil-free complexion. This may do the opposite \u2014 instead leading to redness and inflammation. As with most things in beauty: Less is usually more. The same can be said with at-home extractions. Personally, this was one of the more difficult parts of my skincare journey; it\u2019s tough not to pop pesky pimples that are staring right back at you in the mirror. But refraining from doing this helps to avoid scarring and dark spots from acne.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once I committed to gentle cleansing \u2014 this step came after thoroughly washing my hands, of course \u2014 I turned to powerhouse ingredients like salicylic acid (a chemical exfoliator) and niacinamide<\/a>, both of which LoGerfo recommends for those with oily skin types. The pair has also been clinically proven to help combat blemishes<\/a> and hyperpigmentation<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another game changer? Adding a moisturizer to my regimen. It may seem counterintuitive, but an overproduction of sebum is actually a sign that your skin is craving hydration. \u201cEven though you may have oily skin, it is still important to apply moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated,\u201d says LoGerfo. \u201cMoisturizing prevents and alleviates skin irritation and soothes the skin by decreasing the evaporation of water.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019d be lying if I said I haven\u2019t experienced breakouts since implementing a skincare routine that works for me. While yes, I do feel like I\u2019ve mastered a meditative, multi-step regimen I look forward to following twice a day, I\u2019ve also learned to accept the occasional whitehead or cluster of blackheads with grace. In the end, clearer skin takes time, a lot of patience, and quality ingredients that work hard while still being gentle on skin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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