Oily skin in summer - how to control excess sebum without drying it out?

Summer heat and high humidity are a signal for sebaceous glands to work harder. Although excess shine can be bothersome, it is a natural defense reaction to UV radiation, which weakens the epidermal barrier. By intensifying sebum production, the body tries to protect the skin from excessive dryness.

At high temperatures, the secretion becomes thinner and spreads faster across the face, which is most visible in the T-zone. When combined with sweat, it creates a pore-clogging mixture, which promotes the formation of so-called vacation acne.

Several factors negatively affect the condition of the skin:

• high air temperature,
• high ambient humidity,
• intense solar radiation,
• the drying effect of air conditioning,
• a high-glycemic-index diet.

Double cleansing is the foundation of oily skin care. The first step is an oil-based product that dissolves UV filters and excess sebum. Next, reach for a gentle foam or gel to remove remaining impurities without disrupting the hydrolipid barrier. Use lukewarm water to wash your face: a hot stream stimulates the sebaceous glands to work more intensively.

After cleansing, restore the skin's natural pH with a toner. In the fight against clogged pores, salicylic acid (BHA) and AHA acids prove effective as they smooth the epidermis. For active inflammation, choose an enzymatic peeling – it dissolves dead cells without abrading the epidermis.

When home care is no longer enough, pores are cleansed through treatments. At Ambasada Urody, we use manual cleansing, which unclogs pores blocked by excess sebum in the summer, as well as cavitation peeling – ultrasound removes excess sebum and minor blackheads, regulating the function of sebaceous glands.

Home care should include in order:

1. an oil-based product for makeup removal,
2. a gentle foam or cleansing gel,
3. a toner restoring the acid-base balance,
4. BHA and AHA acids as active ingredients,
5. a gentle enzymatic face peeling.

Skin shine is reduced more easily when skincare contains effective active ingredients. A well-selected formula mattifies the skin and, over time, improves its texture and tone.

Reach for these ingredients for seborrheic skin:

Thanks to them, the skin becomes smoother and refreshed. Bakuchiol draws particular attention on sunny days, chosen in summer as a gentler alternative to retinol.

Blotting papers allow you to refresh your complexion during the day without disturbing your makeup. They collect excess sebum and help care for the natural protective barrier of the epidermis. Technique matters here: instead of rubbing the skin, gently press the sheet against the face, mainly on the forehead, nose, and chin. They work more gently than harsh mattifying products because they do not stimulate excessive sebum production.

Using blotting papers regularly provides several benefits at once: they remove excess sebum without disturbing makeup and without a cakey effect on the skin. They also facilitate the reapplication of SPF cream, protect pores from being clogged by subsequent layers of powder, and help maintain a fresh look for many hours.

If shine and blackheads return despite careful skincare, find out what exactly has disrupted your sebaceous glands – we invite you for a free consultation, where a specialist will assess the condition of your skin and select a therapy tailored to the type and severity of the lesions!