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Oiliness

Is your face constantly shiny and impossible to mattify with makeup? It is a fact that every skin is producing sebum to keep your skin hydrated and healthy. What happens when the skin produces too much oil? This creates oily skin and one of the most popular skin concerns: oiliness. 

Your oil abundance can be caused by genetics, seasonal or hormonal changes, clogged pores, or simply stress. The most important thing is to control sebum without drying your skin, so it does not overcompensate. The key is to identify the root of oiliness and treat the skin with the right skincare. 

Why would someone have to fight oily skin? 

Oiliness presents itself to the world with constant shine and even a greasy feeling. Breakouts and blemishes created inside enlarged and congested pores go hand in hand with oily skin 

At Skinsider, we have a variety of Korean skincare products for oily skin that are gentle on the skin and will help you achieve your skincare goals. All thanks to our direct cooperation with cult K-Beauty brands. 

What can cause oily skin?

The causes of oily skin include genetic, age, environmental, and lifestyle factors. And yes, oiliness can be triggered and accelerated by incorrectly used skincare.  

Here are the top aspects to take into account:

  • lifestyle- your skin routine should be adjusted to the environment you live in. You can adjust your daily routine during summer or winter.
  • enlarged pores- you cannot change the fact you have enlarged pores but you can take of them with exfoliators and wash off masks.
  • wrong skincare-using the correct skin care products can make a huge difference in the amount of sebum your skin produces
  • not applying moisturiser- oily skin needs to be hydrated and it needs a face cream. 

What makes K-beauty products different? 

When it comes to oily skin, the K-Beauty routine has a lot to offer.  

Most of you will notice that K-beauty can be effective with only a few skincare products.  

Gentle on the skin, yet powerful and very often natural ingredients are converted into amazing lightweight formulas. Why gentle? Why lightweight? The key is to help revitalize oily skin in a healthy way. This means minimizing the appearance of enlarged pores, balancing skin routine and reducing a vicious circle of over-drying and overfeeding the skin that can only result in sebum overproduction. 

What brands should be at the centre of my attention? 

Time to explore skincare created by the experts in the field. Some of the best brands for oily skin would include: 

  • COSRX
  • PURITO
  • Some by Mi
  • Iunik
  • Isntree  

COSRX is so well-loved that it dominates the beauty market share in tackling oiliness and its roots. If you’re new to K-Beauty, we also highly recommend giving Purito, Some by Mi & Isntree try. Their products for oily skin are loved by many of our customers.

How to keep excess oil at bay? 

Mind your ingredients. Some of them will be true game-changers. 

Green tea will be enemy number one to oiliness as it can help decrease sebum production and reduce inflammation. And of course, green tea is packed with antioxidants that help fight damaging free radicals. Isntree Green Tea line is becoming a cult favourite at SkinsiderIt is natural, hydrating, and gentle. 

Snail mucin is extremely lightweight and brings deep hydration without any greasiness. It is also known to minimize breakouts and offers regenerative properties, which help with acne scarring.  

Skincare rituals are not complete without Vitamin C. This amazing ingredient has so many diversified properties and it is great if you suffer from acne scarring and need help fading hyperpigmentation caused by excessive sebum production. By Wishtrend Pure Vitamin C 21.5% Advanced Serum (30ml) can bring a natural glow. At such a high concentration, though, you should patch-test first to make sure your skin can handle it. Vitamin C is known to boost collagen production, which will help improve skin texture and tone that often accompanies acne-prone skin. 

Also, look for products that say they are “oil-free” and “non-comedogenic” to help keep pores clear. 

How to tackle skin emergencies created by oiliness? 

Hydrocolloid patches from CosRX are one of the cheapest emergency remedies. Yet they are the most satisfying acne spot treatments we have tested so farThe patches will help you manage your skin during those angry, painful moments reducing inflammation and keeping even cystic acne under control.

Does Skinsider have vegan-friendly skincare products for oiliness? 

We have many vegan-friendly products available. Here are some of the most popular skincare products: 

If you want to see all our vegan K-beauty products, click here. 

Check out the products for oily skin below to help you manage any discomfort and problems created by oily skin and visit our blog for tips on how to manage excessive oiliness. Need more tips and recommendations, drop us an email. We are here to help. 

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  • Benton

    Benton Deep Green Tea Toner 150ml

    Benton Deep Green Tea Toner is a light and hydrating toner enriched with green tea from Boseong, which is the most famous tea producing area in Korea. The toner replenishes moisture, soothes, and freshens while leaving skin healthy and clear. In...

    £16.50
  • By Wishtrend

    By Wishtrend Propolis Energy Calming Ampoule

    By Wishtrend Propolis Energy Calming Ampoule is a renewed version of By Wishtrend Polyphenols in Propolis 15% Ampoule. Along with polyphenols contained in propolis extract, hottuynia cordata extract in this ampoule provides antioxidant effects and rich...

    £29.90
  • COSRX

    COSRX Master Patch Basic_90ea

    COSRX Master Patch Basic_90ea is a comfortable spot treatment to tackle breakouts. Master Patch Basic works for any acne, any skin.   Size: 12mm Patches. It contains 90 patches.   100% high-quality hydrocolloid suitable for all skin types. Cut...

    £18.00
  • Some By Mi

    Some By Mi AHA.BHA.PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum (50ml)

    SOME BY MI AHA.BHA.PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum is a powerful serum infused with 10,000ppm tea tree leaf water and 14.5% centella extract. This serum helps soothe and moisturise. In addition it will minimising pores. SOME BY MI AHA.BHA.PHA...

    £20.00
  • Beauty of Joseon

    Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel

    Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel is finally renewed with improved ingredients and packaging! It is a soft and moist gommage type physical exfoliator. Among the physical exfoliators, gommage type is the least irritating formulation...

    £12.00
  • Pyunkang Yul

    Pyunkang Yul Moisture Serum

    Pyunkang Yul Moisture Serum is a balancing, hydrating and calming treatmet for every skin type. The purpose of the serum is to find the optimal proportion of moisture for a healthy complexion. The simplistic formula contains Coptis Japonica root extract...

    £22.00
  • Pyunkang Yul

    Pyunkang Yul Deep Clear Cleansing Balm

    Pyunkang Yul Deep Clear Cleansing Balm contains plant-derived ingredients to give your face a deep and thorough cleanse. It removes all traces of makeup and impurities. Green tea seed oil is rich in vitamins and catechins is here to regulate sebum and...

    £17.00
  • Benton

    Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel (100ml)

    Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel is your ultimate solution for sensitive skin. Aloe barbadensis leaf juice and propolis extract make up over 80% of the ingredients. Aloe is a natural and soothing ingredient that penetrates deep into the skin to calm...

    £19.00
  • I'm From

    I'm From Mugwort Essence 30ml

     I'm From Mugwort Essence is a Korean face essence that harnesses the incredible power of 100% mugwort extract sourced from Ganghwa County in Korea. Packed with natural detoxifying properties, this essence is your ticket to a clear, glowing...

    £9.50
  • COSRX

    COSRX AC Collection Blemish Spot Clearing Serum (40ml)

    COSRX AC Collection Blemish Spot Clearing Serum is a refreshing daily serum which aids brightening, soothing, and after care for the skin barrier, after skin trouble has passed. This serum is full of active ingredients which will strengthen the skin...

    £22.00
  • Pyunkang Yul

    Pyunkang Yul Peeling Gel 120ml

    Pyunkang Yul Peeling Gel will give you a smoother skin with zero irritation. This gentle exfoliator will tackle flaky skin and without irritating the skin. It will manage excessive oil production and frequent blemishes. Pyunkang Yul Peeling Gel is...

    £15.00
  • SKIN1004

    SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil

    The SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil is an all in one cleanser that is able to remove base makeup and color makeup like lipstick and mascara. No need for multiple cleansing. Finish off washing your face quickly and simple with this...

    £21.00
  • PURITO

    PURITO From Green Deep Foaming Cleanser

    PURITO From Green Deep Foaming Cleanser is formulated with natural ingredients and does not contain chemical surfactants such as SLS and SLES. Hence, it does not cause irritation, making it great for people with all skin types including sensitive skin...

    £15.00