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Oily skin tends to be greasy and shiny, especially on
the forehead, chin and nose. This is due to
over-productive sebaceous glands. Our skin needs
naturally produced sebum in order to stay healthy, but
when the glands produce too much, pores can get blocked
and spots can develop.
NIVEA VISAGE Oil Free Moisturising Fluid provides
essential moisture, whilst absorbing excess oil, giving
you a subtle mattified complexion.
Where does oily skin come from?
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It's simple: the
sebaceous glands are overactive Our skin needs
natural sebum production to stay healthy, but oily
skin can produce too much sebum. The result: shiny
facial skin and potentially blocked pores.
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Also, climatic conditions such as high humidity and
hot temperatures may result in shiny skin. This, of
course, is mainly due to increased sweat rather than
too much sebum. Nevertheless, shine or oil control
products help.
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Oily skin is a problem
often encountered by young people, usually arising
after puberty once the hormones have kicked in. |
Too much of a good thing
Our skin needs natural sebum production to stay healthy
- this maintains the skin's natural hydrolipidic film.
About 12% of people produce too much sebum - this can
block the pores, that can lead to blackheads and spots.
Sebaceous glands are particularly concentrated on the
forehead, chin, nose, neckline and back. Our skin's
natural fat is not an enemy which we should destroy and
cover up with excessive powder. What is important is to
re-establish the natural balance between fat and
moisture without placing an additional strain on the
skin. Mild cleansing products designed for oily skin
maintain the natural hydrolipidic film and reduce the
oiliness while oil-free moisturisers provide light
moisture without leaving greasy residues.
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