What should I do if I have severe oil on my face

Severe oil on the face can be improved by adjusting cleaning methods, using oil control skincare products, regulating diet, medication treatment, medical beauty intervention, and other methods. Excessive sebum secretion may be related to genetics, abnormal hormone levels, unhealthy lifestyle habits, damaged skin barrier, acne, and other factors.

1. Adjust the cleaning method

Select mild amino acid cleansing products, such as Freeplus cleansing cream, to avoid excessive cleaning leading to compensatory secretion of sebaceous glands. It is advisable to clean twice a day, and the water temperature should be controlled at 32-34 degrees Celsius. Timely use moisturizing products containing ceramides after cleaning to help repair skin barrier function. Avoid using strong cleaning products containing alcohol or soap.

2. Use oil control skincare products

In the skincare process, oil control products containing zinc such as PCA zinc, niacinamide, salicylic acid, etc. can be selected. Lifuquan Acne Clearing and Skin Cleaning Water Oil Balance lotion can regulate sebaceous gland activity, and Beidema Pore Repair Milk contains zinc gluconate to inhibit 5 α - reductase activity. Sunscreen products should be used in conjunction during the day, as ultraviolet radiation can stimulate sebum oxidation.

3. Adjust diet

Reduce the intake of high glycemic index foods such as sweets and refined carbohydrates, which promote the secretion of insulin-like growth factor. Properly supplement whole grains containing vitamin B family and seafood rich in zinc. Drink no less than 1500 milliliters of water per day. The catechins in green tea help regulate sebum secretion.

4. Drug treatment

For stubborn oily skin, isotretinoin soft capsules can be used according to medical advice to regulate sebaceous gland function, but attention should be paid to its teratogenic risk. Female patients may consider using the short acting contraceptive pill Yousiming to regulate testosterone levels. For external use, adapalene gel can regulate hair follicle keratinization, and clindamycin phosphate gel can be used to prevent secondary infection.

5. Medical beauty intervention

Photodynamic therapy inhibits sebaceous gland activity through red light, and fruit acid peels can improve pore blockage. Severe cases may consider gold microneedle radiofrequency, which can cause sebaceous gland atrophy through thermal energy. Strict sun protection is required after medical beauty treatment, and irritating skincare products should be avoided within one week after surgery. All medical beauty projects must be conducted in formal medical institutions.

Avoid frequent touching of the face in daily life, and change the pillowcase every 2 days. When under excessive pressure, it can stimulate the adrenal gland to secrete androgens. It is recommended to ensure 7 hours of sleep and appropriate exercise. If symptoms such as redness, swelling, acne, and enlarged pores continue to worsen, it is recommended to go to a dermatologist for fungal microscopy or hormone level testing. Long term untreated oily skin may be combined with rosacea or seborrheic dermatitis and require targeted treatment.

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