Should people with Oily Skin use Light Moisturizer Creams?

The people in ancient times used to take bath in milk, curd, honey, buttermilk etc. to moisturize their skin and add a glow to it. People also use these items on their skin nowadays, sometimes in the form of homemade skincare recipes or skincare products available in the market. This is because every skin type needs moisturization. The common myth that is probably heard by most of you is that moisturization is essential only if you have dry skin, oily skin is “naturally moisturized’ and does not require any external source of moisture. Let us tell you, there is a reason why we called it a myth. Oily skin also requires hydration as much as any other skin type. If you have oily skin and have such a misconception then a Light Moisturizer Cream is a must have skincare product for you. 

Oily skin occurs due to overproduction of sebum from the sebaceous glands situated underneath the epidermal layer. This type of skin serves as a home for acne causing bacteria. This extra secreted oil clogs the hair follicles or skin pores and when dead skin cells combined with other impurities accumulate in these pores, issues like pimples, whiteheads, blackheads, blemishes, dullness and darkening occur. 

A Moisturizer Skin cream absorbs the excess oil and balances its secretion. well , this is just one but there are so many benefits you can get from using such creams regular that are listed below-

Hydrates the Skin - People often consider oily skin and hydrated skin the same but they are not. Hydrated skin is smooth, supple, bouncy and its glow is amazing whereas oily skin is greasy, sticky, dull and does not glow at all. 

Hydrated skin does not have excess oil but its oil concentration is balanced in an appropriate manner. A non-greasy Light Moisturizer Cream manages the oil levels by absorbing excess oil and leaves a mattifying effect.

BONUS TIP - If you are searching Moisturizer for dull skin of yours then always try to find ingredients rich in antioxidants and vitamins. 

Reduces Acne
 

Acne & its other counterparts like blackheads, whiteheads, tiny bumps, pimples etc. mainly occurs due to clogged pores. When debris like dead skin cells, oil, dust, impurities and other germs accumulate in these pores, the acne causing bacteria grows very rapidly to wreak havoc on skin. A non-comedogenic Light Moisturizer for face which has anti-acne ingredients like Vitamin C, Wheatgerm oil, Tea tree oil along with moisturising agents like Macadamia nut oil, sunflower oil ,shea butter etc. should be applied prior to serum regularly for reducing acne and other problems associated with it.

Enhance Skin Texture- Skincare products like face wash, scrub, toner, face mask etc. made for oily skin claim to remove excess oil from skin but rather than removing the excess oil, they also take away the natural moisture. Prolonged use of such products on your skin without a non-sticky Face Moisturizer can worsen your oily skin by triggering the extra production of sebum in order to combat dryness. 

BONUS TIP- Light Moisturizer creams with Vitamin C works best for acne-prone skin.

Protects Skin Barrier Function- Regular usage of Moisturizer Cream for face improves skin health by protecting the skin barrier function that is extremely essential for protecting the skin against pollutants, toxins, germs, UV rays of sun in addition to preventing dehydration of the skin. Lack of appropriate moisture can also lead to wear & tear of the skin tissue.

Conclusion

The Beauty Sailor

It is a known fact that dry skin is deprived of moisture and it needs to be added to it with the help of lotions, creams, serums, facial oils etc. but it is also a myth that oily skin does not need it. Moisturization is a vital need of oily skin too. Along with drinking plenty of water to maintain hydration, Light Moisturizer Cream with natural nourishing agents must be a part of skincare regimen of people with oily skin.