How to Make Oily Skin Flawless All Day

Having oily skin doesn't mean you can't look beautiful.

When your skin produces too much oil, it becomes greasy and shiny. The National Institutes of Health states that hormones and genes are the main causes of oily skin. What you eat has little to do with oily skin. If your skin is oily, you can use several skin care and makeup tricks to make it appear flawless throughout the day.

Things You'll Need

• Warm water
• Gel cleanser with salicylic acid
• Oil-free moisturizer
• Foundation primer
• Foundation
• Flat-top brush
• Powder brush
• Blotting paper

Instructions

1. Wash your face in the morning with warm water and a gentle gel cleanser that contains salicylic acid. Do this with your hands, not a washcloth or buff.

2. Moisturize your skin. Use moisturizer sparingly on areas that produce a lot of oil, such as your nose or forehead.

3. Apply a foundation primer to your face. Wait a couple of minutes for it to dry. Apply an oil-free foundation to your face with the flat-top brush. Set your makeup with a lightweight powder. Sweep the powder in long strokes across your face with the powder brush.

4. Carry blotting paper to help control oil throughout the day. Gently pat the blotting paper on oily spots, such as your nose or forehead. Do not rub the blotting paper on your face, as this may smear your makeup.

References

• WebMD; Coping With Acne: Your Care Plan; Peter Jaret
• National Institutes of Health: Oily skin
• Pore-Cleansers.org; Makeup For Oily Skin; May 2011