oily skin

  • How To Choose The Best Exfoliator For Your Skin Type

    Don’t give up on exfoliation. No matter your skin type or what woes you’re dealing with, exfoliation IS the key to the brighter, smoother and pimple-free skin you crave. But then… why does exfoliation often backfire? The problem is not exfoliation itself. It’s what you use to exfoliate. That’s right. Different skin types have different […]

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    The Best Skincare Routine For Oily Skin

    Is there anything more annoying than oily skin? It looks like a greasy frying pan ALL day long. Pores are so large, you can see them from the moon. And why can’t pimples leave you alone?It feels like you can never catch a break. But… you can. Here’s the best skincare routine for oily skin, so you can finally […]

  • bioderma sebium mat control moisturiser review

    Is This The Best Moisturizer To Keep Oil & Shine At Bay?

    Note: The packaging has changed, but the juice inside has stayed the same. The content of this review has recently been updated to reflect what you can currently buy in store. The photos haven’t. Where have you been all my life?! I wish I had had a tube of Bioderma Sebium Mat Control Moisturiser in […]

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    How Often Should You Exfoliate With AHAs/BHA?

    “How often should you exfoliate with AHAs/BHA? The instructions on my glycolic acid exfoliant say I need to apply it every night. But then why is my skin so dry all of a sudden?” I hear this a lot from my readers. Exfoliating acids are double-edged swords. Use them right and they’ll brighten up your […]

  • some by mi aha BHA PHA 30 days miracle toner

    Do You Really Need A Toner? (The Answer May Surprise You)

    Is toner necessary? Yeah, yeah, yeah, I’ve heard the mantra: cleanse, tone, moisturise. For years, I followed it. Every day after cleansing, I’d pour some toner on a cotton pad and swipe it on my face. Until, one day, I ran out. I was too lazy to go all the way to the shop and […]

  • paula's choice moisturizers for oily skin guide

    Best Paula’s Choice Moisturizer For Oily Skin [2026 Guide]

    What’s the best Paula’s Choice moisturizer for oily skin? You’d think this would be easy. Then you discover Paula’s Choice has approximately 847 lightweight gels, lotions, and “weightless” moisturizers to choose from. And no, the lightest one isn’t automatically the best. Oily skin still needs hydration, and the right moisturizer depends on what else your skin is dealing with: acne, dehydration, sensitivity, wrinkles, or enough shine to […]