The Ultimate Guide to Herbal Skincare for Oily Skin

Oily skin is a serious concern and really not a great skin type to have - greasy nose, shiny forehead, and overall sticky skin. But nature has the right solution for you! We have made a list of a few natural ingredients for oily skin that will balance the excess oil while keeping your skin looking fresh and healthy.

If you have oily skin, you can understand how frustrating it can be. The constant need to blot your nose, forehead, and cheeks, and for some the entire face. Plus, the fear of clogged pores and breakouts; the struggle is never-ending. While many off-the-shelf products claim to control oil products, they often contain chemicals that strip off your skin's natural oils, leading to further oil production as your skin tries to compensate.

This is where you need to opt for natural skincare for oily skin. Our ancestors have used herbs and plant-based remedies for centuries to regulate oil production, soothe skin, and prevent breakouts due to greasiness. From deep cleansing clay powders to refreshing herbs and plant extracts, nature provides for everything and everyone! All you need to do is establish the right skin care routine for oily skin and voilà you have a clean, fresh, and plumpy skin without any shine and greasiness.

Read further to understand what causes oily skin and how a few natural ingredients for oily skin can work wonders for you!

Understanding An Oily Skin: What Causes it?

Sebum, in your skin and scalp, is a natural substance that helps protect your skin and hair, keeping them hydrated. When the sebaceous glands produce excess sebum, your skin appears oily and greasy, leading to further problems like greasiness, clogged pores, and breakouts. Several factors can contribute to this imbalance:

• Genetics: If you have oily skin, check if it runs in your family. Chances are you have an overactive sebaceous gland.
• Hormonal Changes: Hormonal changes like puberty, pregnancy, or even stress can cause excess oil production, thus oily skin.
• Wrong Skincare Products: You might not have sensitive skin, but your skin is sensitive to the products you use. Harsh and unstable products can strip your skin, leading to high oil production.
• Diet & Lifestyle: Skincare products can help you reduce oiliness but the foods and lifestyle you lead can affect it. Oily and sugary foods and lack of hydration can contribute to an imbalanced skin.
• Weather Conditions: Humid climates often make oily skin worse.

5 Natural Ingredients for Oily Skin

Neem - Powerhouse for oily and acne-prone skin

While neem is known for its purifying properties, it has antibacterial properties that help control excess oil production and tighten and unclog pores. It soothes skin and reduces irritation caused by excess sebum.

How to Use:

Face Mask:

• • Mix neem powder with rosewater to make a quick oil-control face mask.
  • Apply it to your face and neck area. Leave it on for 10 minutes and rinse it out with lukewarm water. Moisturize it.

Neem Toner:

• • Boil a tbsp of neem in 1 liter water and strain it. Cool this liquid and use it as a toner as a daily oil control remedy.

Multani Mitti - A Well-known Oil-Absorbing Clay

Multani Mitti also known as Bentonite clay or Fuller's Earth is a natural mineral-rich clay powder that contains absorbing properties. It absorbs and draws out excess oil and impurities, making it perfect for an oily skin care routine. It deeply cleanses the skin while maintaining your skin's natural pH levels.

How to Use:

Face Mask:

• • Mix 1 tbsp of Multani Mitti with aloe vera gel and rosewater to make a mattifying face mask.
  • Apply it to your face and leave it on for 10 minutes. Rinse it off with lukewarm water and moisturize.

Face Scrub:

• • Mix 1 tbsp of Multani Mitti with 1 tsp of Orange Peel Powder. Add rosewater and aloe vera gel to make a natural scrub.
  • Apply it to your face and leave it on for 15 minutes.
  • Damp the skin and scrub in a gentle circular motion while washing it.

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DID YOU KNOW?

Multani Mitti was traditionally used by Indian queens for glowing, oil-free skin.

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Witch Hazel - The Natural Pore Tightener

Witch Hazel has natural astringent properties that help regulate sebum production and tighten and unclog pores. It also soothes your irritated skin.

How to Use:

Toner & Mist:

• • Make a Witch Hazel Toner using the distillation method or you can get MINATURE’s Witch Hazel Water Mist. It is pure and made using handpicked witch hazel flowers and bark. 
  • Spritz the Witch Hazel Mist all over your face for instant hydration and oil control.
  • For better results, you can also mix green tea concoction with Witch Hazel Mist.

Lemon Peel Powder - Natural Oil Control Remedy

Lemon peel powder is loaded with citric acids and astringent properties that regulate sebum production, cleanse pores, and reduce acne breakouts.

How to Use:

Face Mask:

• • Mix 1 tbsp of lemon peel powder with honey, lemon juice, and rosewater.
  • Apply it evenly to your face and leave it on for 15 minutes.
  • Rinse it off with lukewarm water and moisturize with aloe vera gel.

Daily Cleansing:

• • Add it to your daily cleanser or face wash for gentle exfoliation.

Cucumber - A Refreshing Oil Controller

Cucumber is a natural astringent used to tighten pores and control excess oil. Along with controlling excess oil, and hydrating and refreshing skin, it helps restore your skin's natural health, making it an ideal choice for your oily skin care routine.

How to Use:

Toner & Mist:

• • You can slice up the cucumber and rub it over your skin. 
  • Blend the cucumber and apply its juice over your skin using a cotton pad. 
  • You can simply try MINATURE’s Cucumber Water Mist which is made using fresh cucumbers in a distillation method. 
  • Spritz the Cucumber Water Mist all over your face for instant hydration and oil control.
  • For better results, you can also mix aloe vera gel with Cucumber Water Mist.

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DID YOU KNOW?

Cucumber contains 95% water, making it one of the best hydrating ingredients for oily skin.

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Skin Care Routine for Oily Skin

With the right skincare routine for oily skin using these herbal solutions, you can achieve fresh and healthy skin. Here's how:

• Morning Skincare Routine: Use a gentle herbal cleanser (you can try MINATURE's Spotless Skin Face Pack), followed by a Witch Hazel Water Mist, and Aloe Vera Gel to moisturize.

Spotless Skin Face Pack is a carefully crafted blend of oil-absorbing ingredients like neem, bentonite clay, orange peel, and tulsi. These ingredients help you get oil-free skin with added benefits like reduced dark spots, acne breakouts, exfoliation, and clear fresh skin. 

• Weekly Skincare Routine: Use Multani Mitti mixed with Orange Peel Powder twice a week to control oil and reduce tan.
• Hydration: You might have oily skin but it needs moisture too. Use Cucumber Water Mist and Aloe Vera Gel, they will just do the work. These two products will help control the sebum production while hydrating your skin.

Conclusion

Oily skin is difficult to manage but it isn't a struggle if you incorporate these 5 natural ingredients for oily skin in your skincare routine. Keep the unwanted shine and constant greasiness at bay that is harming your skin with Neem, Multani Mitti, Cucumber Water Mist, Lemon Peel Powder, and Witch Hazel Water. Design a well-structured skincare routine for oily skin and your skin will thank you soon!

FAQs

• Can my oily skin turn dry if I use too many oil-absorbing products?

Yes, overusing oil-absorbing products can strip natural oils from your skin, leaving it dry and moisture-less but will only result in excess oil production as your skin compensates for the lost oil.

• Is Vitamin C good for oily skin?

Yes, Vitamin C is good for your skin. It helps to brighten the dull oily skin and provides antioxidant protection.

• Is curd good for oily skin? 

Yes, you can use curd to balance the oil production and exfoliate the skin. You can use it with bentonite clay or neem powders. 

• Can I use aloe vera gel on my oily skin? 

Yes, you can use aloe vera gel for your skin. It helps to hydrate your skin as well as it helps regulate sebum production.