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What routine for my oily skin?

Often unloved, oily skin actually only dreams of tenderness. If it is "oily", it is because it produces more sebum than necessary for its balance. This oily substance constitutes the majority of the oily phase of the hydrolipidic film, whose role is to act as a barrier against external aggressions. It is therefore important for the comfort of our skin, but also for its apparent youthfulness (moreover, oily skin wrinkles less quickly than other skin types!)

There are two types of oily skin: those that are simply shiny (we speak of fluent seborrhea, because their sebum normally flows out of the pilosebaceous orifices) vs. those that are shiny AND have imperfections (with sebum retention phenomena that promote the formation of comedones: blackheads, whiteheads, dilated pores, pimples, etc.).

Good reflexes: cleanse twice a day; use sebum-regulating and/or purifying treatments; always moisturize; limit abrasive treatments, which risk exciting the sebaceous glands.

My selection of products for my oily skin

My makeup remover

When? Every evening, even if you are not wearing makeup, to eliminate excess sebum (there is nothing like an oil to dissolve grease!) and facilitate the penetration of your following treatments.

Makeup Remover Oil – On The Wild Side

Formulated with 100% natural ingredients, its milky texture easily removes impurities and makeup without drying out the skin. It simply rinses off with water.

The +: it doesn’t sting the eyes.

Blue Aura Makeup Remover Water – Odacité

Its anti-pollution Ayurvedic formula (neem, holy basil, turmeric, salicylic acid) supports the natural purification of urban skin that feels suffocated. No need to rinse!

The +: its grapefruit scent transforms makeup removal into a moment of pleasure.

My cleanser

When? Every morning, to refresh oily skin that shines when you wake up. Every evening, after removing makeup, to perfect the removal of impurities and oily residue.

The Purity Cleanser – Absolution

A very gentle formula, designed for oily and sensitive skin, which cleanses the skin, soothes and regulates the epidermis while minimizing the risk of post-cleansing tightness.

The +: formula with 98% ingredients of natural origin, certified organic, vegan, made in France.

Soap No. 2 The Regulator – Savon Stories

Cold saponified on a base of black cumin oil (purifying) and activated bamboo charcoal (absorbent), it helps to gradually restore matte skin and a fresh complexion.

The +: its exhilarating scent of rosemary, may chang and lemon verbena.

My serum

When? Once or twice a day, under your moisturizer. Oily serums are particularly interesting for combating overproduction of sebum. Use them in the evening if you are afraid of shining during the day (in this case, no need for cream on top).

Purity Botanical Essence – Absolution

Halfway between a lotion and a serum, it helps stabilize sebum production and optimizes hydration retention in the upper layers of the epidermis.

The +: ideal for temperamental skin, it also targets redness and skin “stress”.

Purifying essential synergy – La Canopée

This intensive cocktail of jojoba vegetable oil and purifying essential oils (tea tree, lemon, lavender, bitter orange petitgrain) nourishes the skin and supports its repair with a dry touch.

The +: non-comedogenic formula.

My moisturizer

When? Every morning to protect your skin from external aggressions and limit shine. Choose a fluid, light and non-comedogenic texture that will not “over-grease” your skin.

Organic Avocado Moisturizing Cream – Merme

A thin, lightweight formula with just 9 ingredients that protects skin from dehydration without a smothering or sticky feel.

The +: with organic avocado vegetable oil and hyaluronic acid.

Day cream – Z&MA

Its blend of hazelnut, bamboo, oak, artichoke and alfalfa combines moisturizing, antioxidant and mattifying properties for a sublime complexion and healthy-looking skin.

The +: composed of 99% ingredients of natural origin.

My sun protection

When? Every day, over your day cream, to protect your skin from photo-induced aging. Our advice: powder your entire face or just your T-zone to limit shine.

Everyday Sunscreen - The Rub

Its silky texture with an ultra-discreet finish protects the skin from UVA, UVB and blue light without leaving a greasy, white or sticky finish. It is even suitable for acne-prone skin.

The +: perfect as a makeup base.

Mineral defense SPF30 – Nuori

Suitable for normal to oily skin, it protects against UV rays with a matte and velvety finish. Its new generation of non-nano zinc oxide offers optimal transparency.

The +: enriched with maritime pine extract (antioxidant) and sunflower oil (regenerating).

My mask

When? Once or twice a week, after double cleansing, preferably alternating between an absorbent mask (which “drinks” excess sebum) and a hydrating mask with antioxidant active ingredients (to recharge the skin’s batteries and preserve its balance).

Clarity mask – Nuori

The essential mask with absorbent green clay, with added moisturizing benefits and an optimized texture, designed to dry out and crack the skin less.

The +: suitable for all ages, from young teenage skin to mature skin.

Mermaid mask – Leahlani

Ideal to alternate with a clay mask, its Hawaiian honey purifies and moistens the skin while its superfood alliance infuses the epidermis with micronutrients and clarifies the complexion.

The +: the brand’s best-seller, a unique sensory experience!

My scrub

When? Once or twice a week, focusing on gentleness (no grains that are too large, no rubbing that is too hard or scrubbing too close together) to avoid the rebound effect. Our advice: systematically moisturize your oily skin at the end of your scrub.

Enzymatic exfoliant – Holidermie

For those who prefer grain-free scrubs. Its vitamin-rich papaya extract helps unclog pores and reveal the radiance of the complexion, often blurred in oily skin.

The +: its signature Holiderm® complex prevents the signs of aging.

Z&MA Exfoliating Mask

For those who prefer grain scrubs. Both a mask and an exfoliating treatment, it mixes vegetable charcoal and clays to mattify the complexion and fight against blackheads.

The +: leave on for up to 10 minutes for smooth, soft skin.

My selection of active ingredients for my oily skin

Zinc

It is one of the trace elements that our body needs to function normally.

In your diet, you will find it mainly in red meat and seafood (especially oysters, which hold the record).

In cosmetics, zinc is used as an active ingredient for its sebum-regulating, purifying and restorative benefits. It is therefore an excellent choice for skin that shines and tends to develop a few imperfections from time to time.

Zinc PCA face cream – Q+A

Alcohol-free and fragrance-free, it preserves the skin's essential hydration while combating dilated pores, redness and shine.

The +: it also contains niacinamide, ideal for restoring a clear and even complexion.

Zinc PCA facial serum – Q+A

Formulated with zinc and a duo of adaptogenic mushrooms, it prevents the obstruction of the pilosebaceous orifices without causing a feeling of dryness.

The +: boosted with plant collagen, it improves the appearance of the first signs of aging.

AHA (fruit acids) and BHA (salicylic acid)

They have keratolytic properties, meaning they are able to dissolve keratin, the main component of dead cells (which are actually keratinized cells). They thus help to refine skin texture, limit pore clogging and even out skin tone.

Salicylic acid has additional benefits for oily skin, and in particular for acne-prone skin. It acts as a light peel and prevents blackheads. It is naturally present in willow bark, from which it has long been extracted.

Important: Use acids only in the evening and wear sun protection the next morning.

Indie Lee Daily Gentle Exfoliating Lotion

Gentle enough to use every day, this AHA and BHA lotion dissolves excess sebum from oily skin and banishes dullness at lightning speed.

The +: it is enriched with hydrating botanical extracts to preserve skin comfort.

Clarifying Serum Salicylic Acid + Hyaluronic Acid – Odacité

This concentrated anti-blackhead and anti-blemish treatment benefits from active ingredient encapsulation technology for optimal deliverability and tolerance on the skin.

The +: 1 month is enough to reduce the appearance of imperfections (clinical test on 23 women).

Retinoids

The retinoid family includes vitamin A and its derivatives: retinol, retinyl acetate, retinyl palmitate, etc. It has the particularity of being somewhere between the medical and cosmetic sectors.

The best known retinoid is retinol. It is especially popular for its powerful anti-wrinkle and anti-aging effects, but it is also an active ingredient of choice for oily skin and skin with imperfections. It exfoliates the skin, stimulates cell turnover and fights against hyperpigmenation.

Once absorbed by the skin, retinol is transformed into retinal, then into retinoic acid. This is the only truly active form of vitamin A!

Important: Apply retinoids only in the evening and wear sunscreen the next morning. Use your sunscreen every day for up to a week after the last application. Please note that retinoids are not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women.

Aqua A Renewing Retinoid Serum – Leahlani

It incorporates HPR retinoids, gentler than traditional retinol, as well as a superfood cocktail to clarify the appearance of blemish-prone skin and boost the glow.

The +: smoothing and plumping, it also helps to reduce the relief of wrinkles and fine lines.

Retinol Night Serum – The Organic Pharmacy

It consists of 2.5% pure retinol encapsulated in a base of astringent witch hazel water, known to tighten enlarged pores and purify seborrheic-prone skin.

The +: depigmenting, it helps to reduce dark spots left by old pimples.