

Have you ever felt that you can't find any cosmetics to help you against the blemishes of oily skin? This not only goes to impact the aesthetic aspect, but can also come to have an important psychological consequence in people's lives to the point of affecting social life and self-esteem. However, proper skincare for oily skin can help counteract this issue and make the skin look brighter, healthier and more beautiful. Read on to find out the 5 steps and our tips.

What is meant by oily skin?
When we talk about oily skin we mean skin characterized by enlarged pores, dull skin, blackheads, pimples and acne tendency due to excessive sebum production. In fact, this tends to settle on the superficial layers of the epidermis going to clog pores and leading to skin inflammation.
But what are the causes of this situation? Oily skin, in most cases, is due to a genetic factor, but it can also be the consequence of hormonal imbalances. In addition, diet, smoking, and the use of cosmetics unsuitable for this skin type also influence and can worsen the situation.
Oily skin or combination skin?
Oily skin skincare: 5 steps to better skin
#1: Mild detergent
The first step of any skincare should be cleansing the face, both in the morning and in the evening. For oily skin, a gentle, nonaggressive cleanser that can go deep into purifying the skin is indicated. The CLEANSING LUX GEL cleanser, thanks to the extraordinary properties of the enzymatic lemon extract LemonLight®, in combination with seawater, promotes the cell turnover process without altering the skin's natural balance. In addition, the presence of theessential oil of Lemon of Sorrento counteracts impurities by having natural antibacterial properties . This is also a dermatologically tested cleanser for sensitive skin with dermatitis.
#2: Moisturizing lotion
Oily skin needs hydration to improve skin appearance and radiance. Moisturizing gels and/or masks can be used only after cleansing and before serums and creams. SUBLIME LUX ESSENCE LOTION is a gel with a deep moisturizing and brightening action that uses the action of enzymatic lemon extract in combination with 5 hyaluronic acids of different molecular weights that helps minimize pores and purify the skin while hydrating it at the same time.
Inoltre, è possibile utilizzare la maschera viso PRESTIGE LUX FACE MASK caratterizzata dalla presenza della Vitamina C liposomiale che dona un immediato aspetto rimpolpato, luminoso e omogeneo riducendo le imperfezioni.
#3: Eye Contour
Regardless of your skin type, your skincare should never lack an eye contour that takes care of the thin and sensitive skin in this area. Did you know that it is not advisable to use serums and creams around the eye area?
Particularly in the case of skincare for oily skin, it is important to use an eye contour because the skin around the eyes is severely deficient in sebaceous and sweat glands, elastic fibers, collagen, and under-skin fat. So, it tends to be dry and sensitive and with completely different needs than facial skin.
SUPREME LUX EYE CREAM agisce efficacemente su borse, occhiaie e rughe di espressione, donando luminosità e giovinezza allo sguardo fondendosi perfettamente con la pelle delicata di questa zona.
#4: Face oil
Siamo al penultimo step della skincare per pelli grasse: l’Olio. Può sembrare un controsenso, ma un olio viso può realmente aiutare molto a regolarizzare la produzione di sebo, attenuando notevolmente il problema. PREMIUM LUX OIL è adatto a tutti i tipi di pelle perché è leggero ed è a rapido assorbimento. Sulla pelle grassa ha un ottimo potere nutriente, senza ungere o appesantire. E’ importante applicarlo bene: massaggiare 2-3 gocce su tutto il viso, mattina e sera in questo modo ne favorirai l’assorbimento.
Il nostro olio viso è perfetto anche per contrastare l'acne in quanto l’Olio Extra Vergine d'Oliva Biologico di Sorrento è un potente cicatrizzante (secondo gli ultimi studi scientifici) e l'Olio essenziale di limone di Sorrento è un potente antibatterico naturale.
#5: Face serum
Oily skin needs light-textured hydration, so you need a product that balances, hydrates and tones the skin.
PERFECTION LUX SERUM combines the firming, super moisturizing and brightening effect with the antibacterial and purifying action of Sorrento lemon essential oil, helping to decrease sebum production and smoothing pores.
With this facial serum you will have an extra ally to keep your skin hydrated and glowing!
Lemon essential oil for oily skin skincare
As you may have noticed, all Luce di Sorrento products feature the presence ofSorrento Lemon Essential Oil, which makes them ideal for any type of skin, including sensitive and oily skin, thanks to its brightening, purifying and antibacterial action. In addition, at the same time it also acts against stress and bad mood thanks to its neurocosmetic going to strengthen a person's self-esteem and inner well-being.
You can find all the products recommended in the steps of skincare for oily skin in our e-commerce to start your new wellness and beauty ritual!