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What should you know about Mamaearth products for oily skin?

Where Oily Skin is typically felt, shown on a simplified body outline
Illustration: Where Oily Skin is typically felt, shown on a simplified body outline

Short answer

Products for oily skin should remove excess surface oil without stripping the skin, while also addressing acne, irritation, or scaling when those problems are present.

This answers one question. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace an assessment by a licensed doctor.

At a glance

Skin goal
Control shine without stripping the barrier
Related concerns
Acne, hormonal acne, or greasy scale
Routine basics
Cleanser, moisturiser, and sunscreen

What oily skin means

Oily skin occurs when sebaceous glands produce more sebum than the skin needs at the surface. Shine, enlarged-looking pores, and frequent clogged follicles may follow. Oily skin is not the same as poor hygiene. If redness and greasy scale affect the scalp, eyebrows, nose, or ears, Seborrheic Dermatitis may be involved. Breakouts can reflect Acne or Hormonal Acne, each of which needs more than oil removal alone.

What you can do

Use a gentle cleanser, a light non-comedogenic moisturiser, and daily sunscreen. Avoid repeated washing, harsh alcohol-based products, and picking, since irritation can increase discomfort without correcting sebum production. Introduce one new product at a time. If breakouts persist, a clinician may discuss prescription options; Isotretinoin Treatment is reserved for selected cases and requires monitoring, pregnancy precautions, and careful medical supervision.

When to seek care

Book an assessment for painful or deep spots, scarring, persistent greasy scale, marked redness, or acne that continues despite a consistent routine. Seek prompt advice for a sudden change in oiliness accompanied by other new symptoms. A clinician can identify whether the main issue is Oily Skin, acne, dermatitis, or a combination.

Questions for your doctor

Ask which cleanser and moisturiser fit your skin, whether your spots follow a hormonal pattern, how to manage scalp or facial scale, and whether prescription treatment is appropriate.

Find care

General Clinics & Polyclinics in Abu Dhabi

That answer is general. If you want it applied to your own case, these are licensed general clinics & polyclinics listed in Abu Dhabi.

City

Ordered by verification status and how complete each clinic's public record is, then alphabetically. This is a directory listing, not a ranking — Zavis does not rate or recommend providers.

A factual listing drawn from the DHA, DOH and MOHAP licence registers. It is not a referral, an endorsement, or advice that any of these providers is right for you.

Questions people ask

Should oily skin skip moisturiser?

No. A light, non-comedogenic moisturiser can support the skin barrier without adding a heavy feel.

Does washing more often stop oily skin?

Frequent washing may irritate the skin but does not reliably switch off sebum production; gentle, regular cleansing is usually more suitable.

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Medical disclaimer. This page is general health information, not medical advice, and it cannot diagnose you. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider about your own symptoms and treatment. In an emergency in the UAE, call 998 for an ambulance.