Oily skin: causes, myths, and the best treatments
Oily skin: shine on your forehead, enlarged pores, makeup that won't stay put, and the constant battle against pimples or blackheads. Sound familiar? You're not alone. Oily skin is a common skin type, but it's still too often mistreated.
At Glow Institute, we don't believe in strip masks or aggressive scrubs, but in a targeted, gentle, and scientifically proven approach. In this blog, you'll read what causes oily skin, which ingredients and treatments truly work, and how you can bring your skin back into balance.
What causes oily skin?
Oily skin occurs when the sebaceous glands produce too much sebum. This can be caused by:
- Genetic predisposition
- Hormonal fluctuations (puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, contraception)
- Overly aggressive cleansing (which actually causes the skin to produce more sebum)
- Stress or unhealthy diet
- Clogged pores or bacteria on the skin
Oily skin is often accompanied by blackheads, blemishes, or acne, but this is not always the case. What is important: learn to understand the language of your skin and respond with the right treatment.
What you absolutely should not do
❌ 'Degrease' the skin with drying products
❌ Over-scrubbing or exfoliating
❌ Using alcohol-based toners
❌ Skipping hydrating products on the skin
This incorrect approach disrupts your skin's balance, worsens inflammation, and actually makes it even oilier. The key? Calming, regulating, and restoring.
Treatments for oily skin at Glow Institute
Our treatments are specifically formulated to regulate sebum production, refine pores, and reduce inflammation, without damaging the skin barrier.
🧪 BioRePeel or PRX Peeling
These medically certified peels deeply cleanse, normalize sebum, and stimulate cell renewal. Perfect for acne or enlarged pores.
💧 Microneedling with soothing active ingredients
Stimulates skin renewal, reduces scars, and makes the skin firmer and smoother. Active ingredients like niacinamide or zinc are deeply infused.
🔬 Hydrating and sebum-regulating products
Glow Institute works with active cosmeceuticals that soothe and hydrate oily skin. Think of ingredients like salicylic acid, zinc, niacinamide, and prebiotics.
🌟 LED therapy (blue light)
Ideal for acne-prone oily skin. Blue LED light has anti-inflammatory effects and kills acne-causing bacteria.
Glow tip: even oily skin needs hydration
Many people think they should keep oily skin dry, but the opposite is true. Dehydrated skin actually produces more sebum. Therefore, always use a light, non-comedogenic moisturizer with calming ingredients.
Time for balance.
At Glow Institute, we look beyond your skin type. During a comprehensive consultation, we analyze your skin condition and lifestyle. This allows us to tackle your sebum production at the source, with visible results.
📍 Book your appointment in Rotterdam or Oostvoorne and take the first step towards balanced skin.