What could be more frustrating than struggling with a shiny Oily Skin, oil-filled T-zone at a social event or watching your expensive foundation rub off with excess oil every time you blot your skin? Or worse, having pimples and sudden breakouts before a family dinner.
If you complain about struggling with these issues every day, chances are you have oily skin. Oily skin is caused by the excessive secretion of sebum, often called sebum, by overactive sebaceous glands.
Frequent flaking causes the skin to become dull, thick, and greasy, leading to enlarged pores, pimples, and blackheads. As if that weren’t enough, this skin type can also cause acne!
So, while many beauty magazines and websites tout slower signs of ageing and a lighter skin tone as benefits of oily skin, those who have been through this stressful situation are less likely to pay any attention to these benefits, and understandably so.
Many underlying causes can worsen oily skin, including genetics, hormonal changes during menstruation, pregnancy, and puberty, seasonal and seasonal changes, stress, improper use of skincare and cosmetics, dietary habits, and certain medications.
However, having oily skin doesn’t mean you must live with it for the rest of your life. Here are some natural and safe herbal remedies that will help you effectively combat excess oil on your skin caused by overactive sebaceous glands:
Lemongrass Acne Mask
Lemongrass is a citrus-scented herb with antibacterial and antimicrobial properties that can help prevent acne, soothe inflamed skin, and avoid skin infections. Its astringent properties tighten the skin, which tightens the pores and regulates the oily secretion of the glands.
So, take advantage of the benefits of lemongrass by creating your face mask that will not only help you fight acne but also cleanse your pores of all the dirt and toxins that make oily skin prone to breakouts. Use the following recipe:
Ingredients: (Oily Skin)
- Lemongrass Herbs (soak in hot water for 20 minutes)
- Green Clay Powder (or any cosmetic clay designed for oily skin)
- Banana
Directions:
- Mash the banana in a minor bowl and add two teaspoons of clay powder.
- Mix well, then add 2-3 teaspoons of lemongrass.
- Mix the mixture to form a paste.
- Cleanse your face with a damp cloth and apply the adhesive evenly on your face and neck. Make sure to avoid your eyes and mouth.
- Leave the mask on your face for 15-20 minutes.
- Solution the mask off with warm water and pat your skin dry.
- Apply a light moisturizer instead of the protective oil you just applied.
Green Tea Face Mask (Oily Skin)
Green tea is known as the most potent drink in the world due to its rich antioxidant properties, which are known as catechins. Catechins, especially EGCG, are considered a powerful anti-ageing agent. Green tea can also treat oily skin as its leaves contain tannins, which act as astringents and thus help tighten pores. This, in turn, leads to a reduction in sebum production.
Thus, topical application of green tea is a better alternative to harsh chemical skin treatments as it reduces sebum production rather than simply stripping excess oil from the skin. Additionally, its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties help eliminate acne and blackheads.
So, use this incredible natural ingredient in the form of this face mask that will effectively absorb excess oil and detoxify your oily skin.
Ingredients:
- Green tea
- Lemon juice
- Turmeric powder
Directions:
- Brew green tea and let it cool
- In a bowl, pour two teaspoons of brewed green tea.
- Mix healthy with a pinch of turmeric powder and half a teaspoon of lemon juice.
- Wash your face before spreading the mixture evenly over your skin.
- Leave it on your skin for 10-15 minutes.
- Rinse your face with cold water and pat dry.
Hyssop Skin Toner
Hyssop is a medicinal plant that belongs to the mint family. It contains flavonoids and tannins and is excellent for treating blemishes and acne scars. Moreover, its antiseptic ingredients help fight skin infections and inflammation. Its natural cleansing properties tighten pores and make your skin smooth. Besides balancing sebum production, it is also known to brighten your complexion.
Get glowing, smooth, and oil-free skin with this DIY hyssop skin toner.
Ingredients: (Oily Skin)
- A glass of water
- Hyssop
Directions:
- Boil a tablespoon of hyssop in a glass of water for about 10 minutes.
- Strain the runny into a bowl and let it cool.
- Dip a cotton ball in the decoction and gently apply it to your face and neck.
Herbal Facial Sauna (Oily Skin)
Revitalize your acne-prone, oily skin with a herbal sauna facial that contains a variety of herbs like peppermint, rosemary, lavender, green tea, and some essential oils. This herbal sauna will open and clear your pores and soften stubborn blackheads, making them easier to remove.
Ingredients:
- Dried lavender flowers
- Dried peppermint, rosemary and green tea leaves.
- Lavender essential oil
- Lemon
Directions:
- Mix a quarter cup of each ingredient (rosemary leaves, lavender flowers and green tea) in a jar.
- Add two tablespoons of peppermint leaves to the mixture.
- Then, add ten drops of lavender vital oil to the mixture.
- Shake the mixture well and leave it in the jar overnight.
- Boil 1 litre of fresh and add a trickle of the herbal water-improving mixture and half a slice of lemon.
- Boil the ingredients in hot water for a few minutes.
- Pour the mixture into a wide bowl
- Let the drink cool slightly to avoid skin irritation.
- Shelter your head with a towel and lean over the bowl of hot water, but make sure your face is not too close to it. Close your eyes and let your face inhale the steam for about 20 minutes, taking a few breaks to catch your breath.
- Dry your face with a dry towel.
- Apply a light moisturizer.
Tip: After your sauna session, it is recommended to use one of the previously mentioned facial masks to get the most out of the skin-nourishing herbs.
Peppermint Toner (Oily Skin)
Peppermint is another incredible herb that belongs to the mint family and is a natural remedy for oily skin, as it also has astringent properties that tighten pores. Additionally, the natural menthol in peppermint reduces oil secretion and has a cooling effect on the skin.
Ingredients:
- Peppermint leaves
- Water
Directions:
- Add a cup of hot aquatic to 1 tablespoonful of peppermint leaves.
- Let the leaves sit in it for about half an hour.
- Filter the solution and let the mixture cool.
- Apply it to your face with a cotton pad (you can also use a spray bottle to apply toner).
- It can be applied 2-3 times a day.
Although the skin produces protective oils, there can be too much of a good thing. So treat your oily skin with these natural herbs that will give you incredible results. So what are you waiting for? Try them now!