What should you know about daily routine for oily skin?

Oily skin produces more sebum, which can leave shine and contribute to blocked pores. Scrubbing hard, washing repeatedly, or using strong alcohol-based products can irritate the surface and make the routine harder to tolerate. Oiliness can also occur alongside acne, hormonal acne, or seborrheic dermatitis.

The aim is comfortable, steady care rather than a completely dry feeling. If the face feels tight, stings, or flakes after cleansing, the products may be too harsh or too frequent.

In the morning, use a gentle cleanser, a lightweight non-comedogenic moisturiser, and broad-spectrum sunscreen. In the evening, cleanse to remove sunscreen and makeup, then apply one targeted acne product if recommended. Introduce one change at a time and reduce frequency if burning or persistent peeling develops.

Choose products labelled non-comedogenic when possible, avoid picking spots, and keep hair products away from the face. A dermatologist can match treatment to the type of spots and any sensitivity. Isotretinoin treatment is reserved for selected acne cases and requires medical supervision.

Arrange an assessment for painful deep spots, scarring, sudden marked oiliness with other hormonal symptoms, or persistent redness and scale around the nose, eyebrows, ears, or scalp. Seek help if a product causes significant swelling, blistering, or eye symptoms.

Ask which cleanser and moisturiser suit your skin, whether your spots suggest acne or hormonal acne, how to add an active safely, and when a prescription treatment should be considered.