We hear from so many customers with oily or blemish-prone skin who feel they need to use harsh cleansers to strip away oil. But this often backfires - leaving skin unbalanced, irritated, and producing even more oil. Choosing the right skincare can help keep shine under control, minimise breakouts, and maintain a healthy balance without stripping your skin. Here’s how to choose the best products and ingredients for your routine, plus our top Napiers herbal picks.
What Skincare Should You Use if You Have Oily Skin?
Oily skin occurs when your sebaceous glands produce excess sebum, leading to a shiny complexion, enlarged pores, and a higher likelihood of breakouts. While it’s tempting to reach for the harshest cleanser you can find, the best skincare for oily skin focuses on gentle balancing rather than stripping. By using the right products, you can remove excess oil, keep pores clear, and protect your skin barrier.
In general, your oily skin routine should include:
- A gentle cleanser for oily skin that removes dirt and excess oil without over-drying
- A lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturiser
- Products with clarifying yet soothing ingredients
- Occasional targeted treatments for breakouts or congestion
Oily skin can still be dehydrated, so maintaining hydration is key. Ingredients like niacinamide and witch hazel can help to regulate oil while keeping your skin calm.
Best Ingredients to Use for Oily Skin
Niacinamide
Controls excess oil, reduces the appearance of pores, calms redness, and strengthens your skin barrier for a smoother, clearer complexion.
Witch Hazel
Tightens pores, reduces excess oil, soothes irritation, and helps calm breakouts for clearer-looking skin.
Kaolin Clay
Draws out impurities, absorbs excess oil, gently exfoliates, and leaves skin feeling fresh and balanced.
Colloidal silver
Kills acne-causing bacteria, reduces inflammation, speeds up healing from scarring, and helps keep skin clear.
Chamomile & Calendula
Soothe irritation, fight bacteria, reduce inflammation, and help skin recover more quickly.
Step-by-Step Skincare for Oily Skin
1. Choose the Right Cleanser
The best face wash for oily skin should clean effectively without stripping the skin’s natural barrier. Over-cleansing can trigger your skin to produce even more oil to compensate.
Try Napiers Rowan Brightening Gel Cleanser – it contains antioxidant-rich rowan berries, heather, and witch hazel to protect and brighten while providing a gentle cleanse. It’s free from harsh surfactants, making it a great gentle cleanser for oily skin.
2. Use a Balancing Toner or Mist
A toner or facial mist can help refresh the skin and reduce surface oiliness. Napiers Hypochlorous Spray offers a naturally antibacterial and antimicrobial option that is alcohol-free, fragrance-free, and suitable for sensitive skin. Use morning and night after cleansing to prep your skin for serum or moisturiser.
3. Hydrate with a Lightweight Moisturiser
Many people with oily skin skip moisturiser, but this can make oiliness worse. Look for a face moisturiser for oily skin that’s lightweight, non-greasy, and hydrating.
The Napiers Mother of All Silver Miracle Cream helps to soothe, protect, and repair the skin barrier with colloidal silver, chamomile bisabolol, and plant actives.
4. Face Masks
A weekly face mask can help draw out impurities and refine your pores. The Napiers Mother of All Silver Miracle Face Mask uses kaolin clay, calendula, and chamomile to cleanse deeply, drawing impurities out from clogged pores, while soothing inflammation.
5. Targeted Treatments for Breakouts
When your skin feels congested or prone to blemishes, targeted treatments can help. The Napiers Anti-Blemish Serum combines colloidal silver, niacinamide, tea tree, witch hazel, and green tea to clarify while hydrating.
For on-the-spot calming, Napiers Acne Gel uses aloe vera, calendula, tea tree, and lavender to reduce redness and support problem areas.
Managing oily or acne-prone skin doesn’t have to be complicated - it’s all about choosing the right ingredients that balance oil, calm irritation, and keep your skin clear. From niacinamide to chamomile, these powerhouse ingredients can make a big difference in your routine. If you’re ready to put these tips into action, explore our skincare range specially designed for oily and acne-prone skin - packed with the very ingredients your skin will love.
FAQs
How often should I wash oily skin?
Twice a day is usually enough. Over-washing can lead to increased oil production.
Can oily skin be dehydrated?
Yes. Oil and water are different – oily skin can still lack hydration, so use a lightweight moisturiser.
Is clay good for oily skin?
Clay masks, especially those with kaolin, can help absorb excess oil without over-drying the skin.
What is the best cleanser for oily skin?
A gentle, pH-balanced cleanser like the Napiers Rowan Brightening Gel Cleanser is ideal.
