Home Treatments: Natural remedies for oily skin – Wplay

Oily skin is a common condition that affects many people around the world. Characterized by excessive shine and dilated pores, it can be caused by several factors, including genetics, hormonal changes and inadequate skin care. Fortunately, there are several homemade treatments and natural remedies that can help control greasiness and improve skin health. In this article, we will explore some effective options.

1. Clay mask

Clay, especially green clay, have absorbent properties that help control sebum production. To prepare the mask:

• Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons of green clay
  • Water or apple vinegar (enough to form a folder)
• Preparation mode:
  1. Mix the clay with water or vinegar until pasty consistency.
  2. Apply to the face, avoiding the eye area.
  3. Let it act for 15 to 20 minutes and rinse with warm water.

Tip: Use once a week for best results.

2. Oatmeal and honey mask

Oatmeal is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and honey is an excellent humectant. Together they help balance skin oils.

• Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup of oats
  • 1/4 cup of honey
• Preparation mode:
  1. Mix oats and honey until you get a cream.
  2. Apply to the face and let it act for 20 minutes.
  3. Rinse with warm water.

3. Green tea tonic

Green tea is rich in antioxidants and has astringent properties that can help reduce oiliness.

• Ingredients:

  • 1 green tea bag
  • 1 cup of water
• Preparation mode:
  1. Boil the water and prepare the tea.
  2. Let cool and use it as a tonic after cleaning the face, applying with a cotton.

Tip: This tonic can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

4. Coffee scrub

Coffee has exfoliating properties that help remove impurities and dead skin cells.

• Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup of coffee grounds
  • 1/4 cup olive oil or coconut oil
• Preparation mode:
  1. Mix the coffee grounds with the olive oil until it forms a paste.
  2. Apply to the face with circular motions, avoiding the eye area.
  3. Rinse well.

Tip: Use this exfoliator once a week so as not to irritate the skin.

5. Lemon mask and egg white

Lemon is a powerful natural astringent, while egg white can help close the pores.

• Ingredients:

  • 1 egg white
  • 1/2 lemon juice
• Preparation mode:
  1. Beat the egg white until foaming and add the lemon juice.
  2. Apply to the face and let it act for 15 minutes.
  3. Rinse with cold water.

Careful: Avoid sun exposure after using this mask as lemon can leave the skin sensitive.

FINAL CONSIDERATIONS

Home treatments presented are a natural and accessible way to take care of the oily skin, but it is important to remember that consistency is the key to effective results. Also, always do an allergy test before applying new ingredients to the skin. If greasiness persists or is accompanied by more serious problems, such as severe acne, it is advisable to consult a dermatologist.

Incorporating these natural remedies into your care routine can help balance skin oils and promote a healthy and radiant look.