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How to make skin matte? This question is constantly asked by owners of oily and combination skin. Especially for them, we have found 7 different ways to get rid of annoying shine, focusing on the advice of experts.
Wash your face with an acidic gel
Excess sebum mixed with dead skin cells on the surface of oily skin cause clogged pores. But in pursuit of impeccable cleanliness, it is easy to overdry the skin.
To prevent this from happening, as part of your cleanser soap and alcohol free, But acid (salicylic, glycolic and others) are welcome.
They are guaranteed to cleanse the pores, at the same time providing an anti-inflammatory effect. Acid gels and foams are aggressive. But we have found an option that suits even sensitive skin.
Are you cleaning your skin properly? Our test will help answer this question.
Clear Skin Cleansing Gel, Garnier
Contains salicylic acid and zinc, provides a feeling of cleanliness, eliminates and prevents oily sheen, while not tightening the skin.
Buy Mattifying Spray
An effective novelty for oily skin and the fight against greasy shine. This multifunctional product replaces:
tonic;
matting napkins;
mattifying powder.
It can be used immediately after cleansing and throughout the day. There are not so many effective, original and easy-to-use products even in the assortment of pharmacy brands.
Matte setting spray, NYX Professional Makeup
Reduces oily shine, gives a feeling of freshness. Another plus is that for application you do not need to touch your face with your hands or a cotton pad.
Use an oil-free moisturizer
People with oily skin often skip the moisturizing step so as not to burden the skin once again and give it an extra reason to shine. However, a properly selected daily care product will not become a source of additional problems – on the contrary, it will help solve existing ones.
Opt for light textures oil-free: they are quickly absorbed without leaving a greasy film. Members are welcome sebum-regulating Components. And remember, everyone needs to moisturize their skin.
Moisturizing, mattifying, sebum-regulating emulsion Effaclar Mat, La Roche-Posay
Reduces sebum production due to the Sebulyse component. The formula with the mineral perlite mattifies the skin for 6 hours and moisturizes thanks to glycerin.
Moisturizing gel-cream for the face without oils Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream, Kiehl’s
With a refreshing light texture and a formula based on antarcticin, glycerin and vitamin E, this product gives oily skin what it needs: moisturizes, protects and eliminates greasy shine.
Make a clay mask
Kaolin, rassul are natural clays with absorbent properties. That is why, on their basis, masks for deep cleansing are produced. These products absorb excess sebum, “pull” impurities from the pores and prevent inflammatory rashes.
The use of masks 1-2 times a week will help keep the skin clean and reduce the amount of sebum on its surface.
Masks of the “Magic Clay” series, L’Oréal Paris based on three types of clay: kaolin, montmorillonite and rassul.
“Detox and Radiance” includes charcoal that cleanses pores and improves complexion.
“Cleansing and Mattifying” contains eucalyptus, known for its antiseptic properties.
“Exfoliating and shrinking pores” enriched with red algae, gently polishes the skin.
Find out what kind of mask you are.
Don’t forget to exfoliate
Dead cells that clog pores are provocateurs for the appearance of comedones. Regular exfoliation with scrubs with soft exfoliating particles will help prevent this trouble and control the level of greasiness.
Soft scrub, La Roche-Posay
Acts delicately: exfoliates, smoothes, cleanses the skin without overdrying, provides a feeling of comfort. Contains no soap or dyes.
Put mineral powder in your makeup bag
Girls with oily and combination skin know that makeup on their face will last for a maximum of an hour, and then “float”. But if you fix it with mineral powder, nothing like this will happen. Particles of minerals, absorbing excess sebum, will help you forget about greasy shine for a long time.
Ultra-resistant face powder Infaillible, L’Oréal Paris
ЛIt revitalizes on the skin with a uniform ultra-thin layer, mattifies without drying effect. The volcanic mineral perlite controls shine and ensures long-lasting make-up.
…and long-lasting foundation
Incorrectly selected tonal means can become a source of additional problems. Skin that tends to be oily and unable to hold make-up for long needs long-lasting formulas to look decent. Usually resistant cosmetics also have matting functions.
Infaillible Long Lasting Foundation 24h Matte, L’Oréal Paris
It is famous for its matte and at the same time light coverage, which is not felt on the face and allows the skin to breathe. The formula is 1/3 water. Long-wearing polymers and special fillers even out skin, while mineral microsponges absorb sebum for a long-lasting matte finish.