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Excessive Oiliness

Who wants to look oily, shiny and greasy?

Anyone struggling with greasy, shiny, oily skin might argue that the mere existence of sebum (the medical term for skin oils) is a curse. Yet Mother Nature intended for it to serve a beneficial purpose.

The source of all the trouble is the microscopic sebaceous gland, safely hidden beneath the surface of the skin. The area with the most oil-producing ability is the one most crowded with sebaceous glands – it’s the notorious T-zone
(forehead, nose and chin).

The Bad

Anyone who suffers from oily skin knows when too much sebum is produced, it’s a real problem. Oily skin has a terribly negative effect on self-esteem as well as body image. Greasiness and shine often outweigh acne concerns. Oily skin is both uncomfortable and cosmetically unacceptable.

Sebaceous glands working overtime is the cause of excessively oily skin. Too much sebum produces surface oiliness, blocks pores, provides nourishment to bacteria that live upon the skin (P. acnes) and contributes to acne flare-ups.

Perhaps you have been praying your oil-laden T-zone would suddenly vanish overnight and be replaced with a healthy, radiant complexion. The goal is realistic even if the timing is not. However, eliminating extreme oiliness must be done with care. It’s vital not to give in to skin-traumatizing temptation.

Treatments used in Controlling Oily Skin

Homecare Products used in Controlling Oily Skin

  • Topical Mattifying Products
  • Topical Retinol
  • Masques
  • Oil Blotting Papers
  • Sunscreen

How do I know which treatments or products are suitable for me?

Great question! We show our clients how to save money and time by categorizing them into one of 16 possible Skin Types, with each Skin Type uniquely suitable for certain products and treatments that do not necessarily have to be the most expensive ones available.

Our facility is the only one to offer such a benefit and you also have the option of completing your treatment with Jane Iredale Mineral Makeup, the only makeup that heals skin while giving wonderful coverage. We have a full size testing counter that is always buzzing with clients trying out this alternative to the traditionally heavier liquid and cream based products.

Read our blog for the latest case studies and techniques that we employ to treat this issue.