If you’ve got oily skin, you already know the struggle: midday shine, frequent breakouts, and makeup that just won’t stay put. Building the right skincare routine can help you control shine, minimize breakouts, and maintain a healthy glow without stripping your skin. The key is balancing oil production while keeping your skin hydrated and protected.
Here’s a simple, effective routine using products available at Essenza:
1. Cleanse — Control excess oil without stripping
Start with a gentle but effective cleanser to remove buildup from the skin.
Try: Clinique Liquid Facial Soap – Oily Skin Formula
It cleans deeply, reduces excess oil, and leaves the skin refreshed but not tight.
2. Tone — Balance & Prep the skin
Toning helps refine pores and rebalance the skin after cleansing.
Try: Clinique Clarifying Lotion 3
Perfect for oily skin — it gently exfoliates, removes excess oil, clears out pores, and helps your moisturizer absorb better.
3. Treat — Target Hydration + Skin Balance
A lightweight, bi-phase serum designed to deeply hydrate, balance sebum, refine skin texture, and support healthy, balanced skin.
Try: Clarins Hydra‑Essentiel [HA²] Bi‑Phase Serum
Though intensely moisturizing and skin-plumping, it remains light and non-greasy, helping your skin stay hydrated and smooth without heaviness or excess oil.
4. Moisturize — Hydrate Without Grease (Don’t Skip It)
Even oily skin needs hydration. Opt for water-based or gel formulas.
Try: Clinique Dramatically Different Oil-Free Gel
It hydrates deeply without adding shine.
5. Protect — Sunscreen is “Non-Negotiable”
Sunscreen protects the skin from UV damage, prevents dark spots, and keeps the complexion smooth and healthy.
Try: Laneige Hydro UV Defense EX Sunscreen SPF 50+
Lightweight, deeply hydrating, and invisible on all skin tones, perfect for daily sun protection with a comfortable, non-greasy finish.
Final Tips for Managing Oily Skin
- Avoid over-cleansing — it can trigger more oil production.
- Exfoliate 1–2 times weekly with a mild exfoliant to keep pores clean.
- Choose non-comedogenic and oil-free products.
With the right routine and consistent care, oily skin can stay balanced, smooth, and naturally radiant. Visit Essenza in-store or online to shop these skincare essentials.
