Most individuals strive to maintain a healthy complexion and glowing skin. However, many factors can disturb the balance between clear and oily skin, including diet, exercise, water intake, and the weather. Having oily skin can result in clogged pores, extra shine, and acne. Here is what you should know about oily skin so you can amend your skin care routine and work with a dermatologist to undergo skin rejuvenation geared toward a healthy balance. 

Understanding Your Skin Texture

What Causes Oily Skin?

Underneath your pores, there are sebaceous glands which produce a natural oil called sebum that keeps your skin hydrated. Individuals with overactive sebaceous glands produce more oil than is necessary for hydration, and thus, their skin appears to be oily and can feel greasy to the touch within hours of cleansing. People with oily skin are prone to breakouts, as natural oils clog pores as they mix with dead skin cells. The production of additional sebum can be genetic or a result of your age, environment, and lifestyle. When you live in a hot, humid climate or overdo your skin care routine or fail to use sunscreen, you may be prone to oily skin. 

What Skin Care Treatments Can Your Dermatologist Provide?

Visiting a dermatologist for a skin consultation is highly recommended to determine whether your skin care routine, products, and other lifestyle factors are contributing to your oily skin. Once this skin care expert performs an evaluation, they can recommend new products and a regimen geared toward balance. They’ll encourage you to wash your face twice a day, apply moisturizer and sunscreen daily, use blotting papers to absorb oil as needed, and avoid oil- and alcohol-based products, as well as sleeping in makeup.

Beyond recommending and prescribing special products, your dermatologist can also treat issues related to oily skin such as acne and clogged pores. Better still, they can provide facials and anti-aging treatments to ensure your skin remains healthy. 

Oily skin can disrupt your skin care regimen and cause you to break out. If you want to manage it, the professionals at Fortson Dermatology & Skin Care Center can restore your skin’s balance. Located in Anchorage, AK, this center provides services from laser hair removal to body sculpting, and skin rejuvenation to laser facelifts. To schedule a consultation with a dermatologist, call (907) 563-3204 or visit their website to browse their services.