How often should I wash oily skin?

Twice a day, morning and night. Washing more does not remove the oil; it weakens the skin barrier and makes the skin produce more.

Does oily skin need a moisturiser too?

Yes. Oil on the surface is not the same as water inside the skin. For oily skin, choose a light oil-free moisturiser.

Why did I break out more after starting a new product?

Some ingredients speed up skin renewal, so blocked pores below the surface come up sooner. If it has not settled after a few weeks, or comes with stinging and redness, stop and speak to a specialist.

Acne and oily skin

Acne forms when a pore is blocked by oil and dead skin cells. Oily skin makes it more likely, but drying the skin out aggressively usually makes things worse.

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Oily skin produces oil to defend itself. Strip it completely with a harsh cleanser or alcohol and the skin reads the shortfall as a signal to produce more — a cycle that only becomes visible weeks later.

A steadier route: gentle cleansing twice a day, one oil-control product, and light oil-free hydration. Oily skin still needs water; oil and water are not the same thing.

If the acne is deep, painful or leaving scars, this routine is not enough and a dermatologist should see it.

Visible difference

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