Some women suffer from oily skin, which is a result of excessive oil production from the sebaceous glands located under the surface of the skin. This can be due to hereditary factors and hormonal changes. A report published on the website "healthline" suggests natural remedies for oily skin that help to moisturize the skin and treat acne and other problems that oily skin is prone to.
Natural remedies for oily skin include:
Honey
Honey contains antibacterial properties and moisturizes the skin. It also helps to treat acne. It is recommended to apply a honey mask to the skin and leave it on for 10 minutes until dry. Then rinse the face with warm water, and try to use the honey mask on a regular basis for positive results.
Green clay
It is recommended to apply a green clay mask to treat acne in oily skin. To make the mask, add rose water to a small amount of green clay until it forms a paste. Apply the clay mixture to the face and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Then rinse the face with warm water. Repeat this process regularly for best results.
Oatmeal
Oatmeal can help soothe irritated skin and absorb excess oil. It can also help exfoliate dead skin by mixing ground oatmeal with yogurt, honey, or mashed fruits such as banana, apple or papaya. To use: Mix half a cup of ground oatmeal with warm water to form a paste. Add a tablespoon of honey. Gently massage the oatmeal mixture onto the face for three minutes, then rinse with warm water and leave it until dry. Rinse the face with warm water.
Egg white and lemon
Egg white and lemon is a popular treatment for oily skin. The acid in lemon and other citrus fruits helps to absorb oil from the skin. To make a mask: Mix 1 egg white with a small amount of fresh lemon juice. Apply the mixture to the face and leave it until dry. Wash the face with warm water.
Almonds
Almonds help exfoliate the skin and get rid of dead skin, remove excess oils and impurities, To achieve this, it is recommended to grind 3 tablespoons of raw almonds. It is also recommended to add two large teaspoons of raw honey. Apply the mixture on the face in circular motions, leaving it until dry, then wash the face with warm water.
Tomatoes
Tomatoes contain salicylic acid, which helps treat acne, absorb excess skin oils and exfoliate the pores, To make a tomato mask, it is recommended to mix a small spoonful of sugar with tomatoes. Apply the mixture on the face through circular movements. Leave the mask on the face for 5 minutes. Rinse the face well with warm water.
Jojoba oil
Jojoba oil is considered one of the popular treatments for oily skin, acne and other skin problems, Jojoba oil also helps balance skin oil levels, A study conducted in 2012 found that applying a mask made of Indian clay and jojoba oil twice to three times a week helps treat acne, it is also recommended to apply a few drops of oil to the face for a clean skin.