Oily skin is mainly caused by excess sebum production; there is more sebum than the skin can retain. While surface oil is vital for skin health, excess oil can lead to breakouts, enlarged and clogged pores, and everything else that comes with greasy skin. So, many of those who struggle with oily skin often wonder if there is a need for moisturizers since their skin doesn't feel dry. Yes! Whether you have acne-prone skin, oily skin, combination skin, dry skin or any other skin type, you need to use a moisturizer.
What exactly do moisturizers do?
Moisturizers are a lotion, balm, or cream emulsion applied to the skin to keep it from drying out. They basically form a layer on the skin's surface to:
1. Retain hydration
When moisturizers are applied to the skin, it helps to add in hydration (if the product contains hydrating ingredients) and to retain the hydration in the skin. Do not confuse hydration and moisture to be the same thing; hydration is the water content in your skin, while moisture helps keep the water content in your skin.
2. Prevent water loss from the skin
Transepidermal water loss is water loss due to the changes in our body temperature. It happens to everybody, but at varying levels. Moisturizers for oily skin types are highly beneficial because, as mentioned, it creates a moisturizing layer on the skin's surface and, thus, prevents water loss.
How do moisturizers benefit oily skin types?
When our skin is dehydrated, a false signal will be sent to the sebaceous gland to produce more oil. As we know, oily skin is due to the overproduction of sebum. Moisturizers can help solve the root cause of oily skin by reducing sebum production and restoring the skin's moisture barrier. Like the NIHON Brightening Face Creme and the NIHON Night Repair Creme, for example, it functions as a moisturizer and contains active ingredients including retinol, kojic acid, arbutin and lactic acid that has been known to treat problematic skin concerns.
- Regulate sebum production
- Moisturize and repair skin barrier
- Fades acne scars and dark spots
- Brightens dull skin
- Reduce fine lines and wrinkles
Simple AM & PM skincare routine with moisturizer for oily skin types
Let's include the Brightening Face Cream (BFC) in your daily routine! From oily skin types to sensitive skin types, this daily moisturizer is suitable for all! Texture-wise, it is a lightweight moisturizer that absorbs almost instantly to provide its benefit to its users.
Use NIHON Brightening Face Creme at nighttime and wake up with a fresh look. Developed by dermatologists to rejuvenate tired-looking skin while helping to keep your skin hydrated overnight.
Start off by cleansing your skin with a gentle cleanser, followed by any toner/essence/serum, and then the moisturizer (Brightening Face Creme). Remember to also apply your SPFs in the morning! Simple as that! Let's get your hands on NIHON Brightening Face Creme now! Go forth and moisturize, moisturize, moisturize!
