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What Face Wash Should You Use?

Being aware of your skin type is the first step to keeping clear skin. The second step is to keep it clean. Our skin types can change with the seasons, for example, someone who has oily skin in the summer may have combination skin in the winter. Check our previous blog here to find out your skin type. No matter the season, it’s important to keep our skin clean and free of dirt and oil.

Combination skin – Combination skin is best treated with a cleansing gel facial wash that is water-based. Cleansing gels that are alcohol-based can be too drying. Water-based formulas remove oil but still deliver a small amount of moisture that won’t clog pores.

Oily skin – Cleansing mud face washes are great for oily skin. Loaded with natural ingredients like charcoal or clay, the thick mixture helps empty pores and soak up excess oil. Many of these washes lather into foam and counteract sebum caused by hormone fluctuations.

Dry skin – Creams and balms are the best wash consistency for dry skin types. These use oils to remove dirt without removing your skin’s natural moisture. Rich cleansers help replace whatever moisture your skin is missing.

Keeping our pores clean of oil and dirt is essential to clear skin. Contact Knoxville Dermatology Group at (865)690-9467 to schedule an appointment if you have any questions about dermatology.

How to Fix Oily Hair

Woman with oily hair

Like the rest of our skin, our scalps contain oil secreting glands called sebaceous glands. These glands produce natural oils, called sebum, which gives hair a healthy shine. However, this oil can be overproduced, giving hair a greasy appearance. There are multiple factors that can cause excess oil including hormones, hair products, diet or daily routines.

Greasy hair can be an occasional nuisance or daily battle for some. Luckily there are a variety of ways to potentially reduce the overproduction of oil.

Be aware of the products you are using. Avoid shampoos that improve hair’s “shine,” as these products typically contain more oils and moisturizers. Also, avoid heavy products or conditioners that can cause buildup on your scalp.

Limit brushing and touching your hair. Messing with it can stimulate oil production and distribute the oil throughout, causing a greasier appearance.

Ensure that you are shampooing and conditioning properly. Rinse your hair thoroughly after using both shampoo and conditioner, and only apply conditioner to the ends.

If tips and tricks seem to fail, there may be another issue that is causing the excess oil. Oily hair can be a side effect of seborrheic dermatitis. This skin disease causes a red, itchy rash and dandruff on your scalp. If your oily hair is accompanied with any of these symptoms, try using over-the-counter dandruff shampoo or consult a dermatologist. To schedule an appointment with Knoxville Dermatology Group, call (865)690-9467 or visit our website.