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i wash my face twice a day (once in the morning, once at night) but after i was my face it gets really shiny. and its really noticable (a few people have asked me why my face is so shiny...which is really embarrasing.)....is there any product that wont clog my pores but will make my face less shiny?
thanks.
I also suffer from oily skin. I went to my dermatologist and he told me several things:
-Use a gentle cleanser. Harsh cleansers can actually cause your skin to produce more oil. (Cetaphil is an excellent product.)
-Don't go overboard. There is no miracle product. I use a prescription gel in the morning and a perscription cream at night. While my skin is clear, it doesn't do anything about the general oiliness. What I said about harsh cleansers apply to harsh facial products in general.
-Keep washing your face two times a day. It is especially important to wash your face at night. Not washing your face before you go to bed can cause your pores to clog while you are sleeping.
-If necessary use a moisturizer. Only use a moisturizer in the places that need it. For example, I normally only apply lotion to the eye area, where my skin is dry. Make sure the product that you purchase is _non-comedogenic_. (Anything by Aveeno is also an excellent product.)
The best way to keep your face from appearing shiny is to wear makeup. You'll need a good foundation, loose powder, and pressed powder. Be sure to carry the pressed powder with you. Then you can re-apply if you notice that your face is starting to shine. Make sure that ALL your make-up is also non-comedogenic. (Non-comedogenic means that the product will not clog your pores. If a product advertises that it "won't clog pores" instead of "non-comedogenic" it's a lie. Only buy products were it specificly states that it is "non-comedogenic.)
-Food does not cause your skin to become oily. My dermatologist told me that it really doesn't matter whether I eat french fries or not. What you eat does not affect your skin. (Normally.) The only exception to this rule is if you have a type of allergic reaction to that particular food. In that case, stay away...But if not, eat whatever you want.
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