Caring for oily skin is often accompanied by myths, one of the most common being that this skin type does not need moisturizers. However, specialists emphasize: an excess of sebum does not mean an abundance of moisture.
Dermatologist Svetlana Kochergina reminds us that fats and moisture are fundamentally different substances. Oily skin does produce a lot of lipids due to the active work of sebaceous glands, but it often ends up dehydrated. This happens due to excessive cleansing, the use of aggressive acne treatments, and improper care.
Dehydrated oily skin is more prone to breakouts, often flakes, and exhibits an even more pronounced shine throughout the day. Therefore, it is important to choose a moisturizer that feels light on the skin, does not create a greasy film, and does not clog pores.
Experts recommend selecting lightweight textures—gel-like, watery creams, or fluids. Many brands offer separate lines specifically designed for moisturizing oily skin.
What Contributes to Skin Pollution
The skin is daily exposed to pollutants present in both the environment and indoors. These substances can penetrate both the surface and deeper layers of the skin.
Sources of pollution include industrial emissions, car exhaust, smoke from heating systems, fires, and other factors. Pollutant particles can come into contact with the skin directly or enter the body through the respiratory tract, spreading through the bloodstream.
Being in a polluted environment increases sebum production and can provoke flare-ups of inflammatory skin conditions in both adults and children. Pollutants accelerate skin aging and worsen the course of conditions such as acne, atopic dermatitis, or eczema.
Dermatologists also emphasize the danger of excessive ultraviolet exposure. UV radiation contributes to premature skin aging and may increase the risk of developing skin cancer.
