If you wash your face in the morning and by evening your face is shiny, you may have oily skin. Oily skin is a major enemy of men, as it tends to become greasy regardless of the season, and can easily open pores and cause pimples, which can ruin a man’s sense of cleanliness. In this article, we will introduce the characteristics of oily skin and points to improve it.
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What is oily skin?
Oily skin is a skin type that excessively secretes sebum. Sebum is secreted to protect the skin’s moisture, but its excessive amount tends to cause skin problems such as stickiness, shine, acne, and enlarged pores. In some cases, excessive sebum secretion is due to the skin’s original constitution, but in other cases it is caused by hormonal imbalance due to an unbalanced diet or lifestyle, or by a deterioration of the skin’s barrier function. Therefore, it is often the case that “skin that used to be normal suddenly becomes oily…”. However, if the causes of oily skin can be solved, oily skin can be improved, so those who are concerned about shiny or sticky skin on the face should take measures.
| Normal skin | Good balance of moisture and oil |
| Oily skin | Both moisture and oil content are high |
| Dry skin | Low in both moisture and oil |
| Mixed skin | Less moisture and more oil |
What are three lifestyle habits to be aware of in order to improve oily skin?
1) “Get enough sleep.
Insufficient sleep disrupts the hormonal balance and causes an increase in sebum production. Moreover, since the secretion of growth hormones is delayed, skin turnover is also disrupted, making it easier for the skin to become rough. Therefore, it is a good idea to get 7~9 hours of sleep as a basic rule. If possible, it is best to go to bed between 10:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m., the time when growth hormones are actively secreted.
2) “Be careful not to consume too much sugar and fat “
Excessive intake of sugar and fat also increases the amount of sebum, so be careful not to eat too much sweet or fatty food. Fried foods, which are often found in fast food, as well as sweets and western-style confections such as cakes and doughnuts, are high in both sugar and fat, so it is recommended to control the amount by eating only half. If you do overeat, be sure to take vitamin B complex, which boosts metabolism.
(3) “Avoid stress.
As beauty enthusiasts may know, stress and the skin environment are said to be closely related: according to a survey of women conducted by SHISEIDO in 2018, sebum secretion after emotional stress was 1.7 times higher than in the absence of stress. It is also said that stress causes deterioration of the barrier function, which in turn causes acne and rough skin, so it is important for beautiful skin to try to prevent the buildup of stress by releasing it on a daily basis.
Help improve oily skin! Selected picks of recommended skincare items
Many businesspeople who are busy with their work may find it difficult to improve their lifestyle. This is where the power of cosmetics comes in. By continuing to use cosmetics every day, we can expect a reduction in the amount of sebum, so we definitely want to take advantage of them. Here we will introduce some skincare items that may play a role in improving oily skin.
1) “RICE FORCE ACPOLESS 3-Piece Set
This skincare series contains Rice Power®︎ No.6 extract, which was approved as a new active ingredient for quasi-drugs in November 2015. This is the first ingredient approved in Japan for its efficacy in suppressing sebum secretion, and the product works directly on the sebaceous glands. Although this may sound “drying,” the excellent point of this series is that it also has a high moisture retention capacity. This product is sure to be a savior for men who tend to have skin problems due to excessive sebum.
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2) “Dr.K Control Essence
Focusing on the mechanism of sebum secretion, this serum contains three types of plant extracts and pyridoxine HCL. Generally, beauty essence is used immediately after toner, but this is a booster type, so it is applied immediately after cleansing the face. Thanks to this, it reaches pores directly and improves the absorption of the toner used afterward, which is highly praised by word-of-mouth. The price is a little high, but if you like it, you can continue using it because it is cheaper with a regular subscription service.
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(3) ONE BY KOSE Balancing Tuner
For men who prefer a refreshing feeling, we recommend One by KOSE lotion. It is characterized by a texture that blends easily into the skin and a cool, refreshing feeling, and it does not interfere with the beauty essence or milky lotion used afterward, which is a nice feature. This product also contains Rice Power®︎No.6 extract, which will help normalize sebum secretion if you continue using it. The product will last about two months if used morning and evening, and if you consider that it costs about 70 yen per use, it should not be too expensive.
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4) “Obagi C10 Serum
Obagi’s products are famous for their beauty essence containing plenty of highly concentrated vitamin C, which is said to help prevent and improve acne by inhibiting excessive sebum secretion. It is also expected to be effective against rough and dull skin, so it is recommended for those who suffer from complex skin problems. There are several types of concentrations, and since the skin tends to be tense when using the highly concentrated C25 from the beginning, we recommend that you try the C10 serum first.
