How to Absorb Oil From Your Face

If you have a shiny complexion, you may have excess oil on your face. Oily skin is more prone to acne and blackheads. To absorb the oil on your face quickly and easily, you can use blotting sheets. Facial-blotting papers are an alternative to powder that is used to get rid of excess oil. Powder on the face can sometimes give a caked appearance.

Things You'll Need

• Blotting papers

Instructions

1. Purchase oil-absorbing blotting papers from a beauty supply store or pharmacy. Some brands you can consider are Clean & Clear, Zhen and Jean Pierre. You can also order these products online through stores like Drugstore.com.

2. Wash your face as you normally would. You will also apply your makeup before you use the oil-absorbing sheets.

3. Remove the oil-absorbing sheets from the package. Most of the sheets are accessed by peeling away a back sticker.

4. Blot your face with the sheets. Do not leave the sheet stuck to your face. Simply blot the different areas of your skin where you can see excess oil. Many people have oily skin on the T-zone, which is made up of the forehead and nose. The blotting paper is made up of plant fibers that have the ability to absorb oil.

5. Dispose of the sheet after you have finished blotting the skin. Each sheet is only intended for a single use. You can repeat the process throughout the day if you feel your skin is becoming oily again.

Tips & Warnings

• There are specialized types of facial blotting papers for sale as well. For instance, you can find aromatherapy-infused sheets to get rid of excess oil.

References

• Ball Beauty

Resources

• Drugstore.com