Moisturizer for oily skin
Sometimes, not always, oily skin can benefit from the use of moisturizers. But the wrong moisturizer can cause greasy feeling, blackheads and acne. Choosing the right moisturizer is very important. Here are some tips that will help you to find the right one.
- Creams are heavier than moisturizing lotions, if you have a oily skin choose a lotion or serum.
- Choose a moisturizer labeled oil-free and noncomedogenic. Oil-free products don’t have oils that can leave a greasy feel to the skin. Noncomedogenic products are much less likely to clog the pores and cause breakouts.
- Look for SPF. Many moisturizers contain SPF, and using a sunscreen daily will protect your skin from aging and skin cancer. This is especially important if you are using acne treatments that cause photosensitivity, or increase your sensitivity to the sun.
- Some moisturizers contain exfoliating ingredients, as alpha hydroxy acids (AHA), salicylic acid (BHA), retinol or other exfoliating ingredients. These ingredients are helpful to control oily skin and in improving acne.
- If you are a sensitive skin, choose a hypo-allergenic formulation.
- If you have oily skin and acne, it is better consult your dermatologist and follow his/her recomendations.
- Remember you do not need to have a bad day with your oily skin!
Best wishes from Brazil!
Dr. Érica Monteiro - Cosmetic Dermatologist
www.dermatologia.com.br
Tags: acne, moisturizer, oily skin
