makeup fpr oil skin

What is the best foundation makeup for oily skin? Oily skin not only looks greasy, it has a higher tendency to break out in pimples or to get blackheads.

Honestly, if you have oily skin, I would advise you to forgo foundation makeup altogether and just dust on loose powder with a powder brush, which you wash with soap and water and let dry after use. Hygiene is all important as you do not want to introduce bacteria to your already oily face. Bacteria would happily breed in oil-filled pores (especially if they are clogged) to form pimples.

If you must use foundation makeup on oily skin, make sure the makeup

• Does not clog the pores
• Is oil-free

Typically, women with oily skin might use powder foundations in compacts which they pat onto the shine, mid day to get rid of the greasy look. Not a good idea. I know of a girl with oily skin who did that, had pimples, patted on more of the powder foundation onto her skin and had even more pimples. 
How to choose:  Read labels. There are some items that should be avoided and some items that you should look for in makeup for oily skin.   There are certain makeup companies that are known for their work in designing products for specific skin types. I recommend Clinique .   It has a reputation for excellent care and products. I also like Jane Iredale Cosmetics . This is a mineral based line used by many dermatologists.

Avoid

  1. Avoid products containing oil from petroleum. This includes mineral oil. Use oil-free makeup or makeup that is intended to benefit oily skin.

  2. Avoid makeup that contains alcohol. Alcohol will strip the skin of oil, which may cause the body to produce even more.

  3. Look for ingredients such as bismuth oxychloride and dimenthicone. Both can clog pores and may cause blemishes. These are commonly found in foundation or powder based products.

Beneficial

  1. Find foundations that contain titanium dioxide, a naturally occurring sun protector.

  2. Makeup for oily skin should contain serecite to reduce the appearance of pores and help absorb oil.

  3. Kaolin clay added in foundation will help oil control.

  4. Zinc oxide used in makeup will act as an anti-inflammatory.