How to Take Care of Oily Skin on Body in Summers

Summers are officially here and it’s time to prep and protect your skin to be able to breeze through the hot and humid climate. This change in weather also brings with it major changes in the body and skin texture, making it crucial to incorporate a good body care routine. If you are someone with oily skin, then this could be the ultimate checklist you need to protect and holistically take care of your body this Summer.

Oily Skin and Summers

Waking up with greasy skin, having to constantly use wipes and dealing with open pores, blackheads, and acne on the back and face- if this is something you relate to, now is the time to understand your skin type better and upgrade your body care regime to suit your skin characteristics and address your concerns.

Our skin secretes an important element called the – ‘sebum’ which maintains the moisture in the skin keeping it hydrated and free from dryness. It is when the body begins to secrete excess of this sebum, that we start to notice an oily and greasy skin texture. What causes this excess secretion you ask – well, the skin is affected by multiple factors leading to major oily skin concerns.

• Diet

Constantly eating oily, junk or packaged foods not only deprives the body of the required healthy nutrients but also starts to reflect on the skin, making it oily and increasing acne breakouts.

• Climatic Condition

The environment around us also plays an important role in defining how the skin reacts to different seasons. A place with extreme humidity will cause more oiliness on the skin than a place that is hot and dry.

• Lifestyle Habits

Your skin needs proper rest just like your physical body. Over exertion, lack of sleep and high stress levels cause hormonal changes that in turn start imparting your skin texture.

• Natural Skin Type

Although consistent care can control your skin concerns, our natural skin type also has an impact on how our skin behaves on a regular basis.

Ayurvedic Remedies for Oily Skin

Ayurvedic remedies have extremely theraputive and reparative properties. Natural herbs, flowers and plant extracts like Neem, Green Tea Tree, Sandalwood and many more work wonders for oily skin. While Neem being a popular Ayurvedic ingredient for oily and acne-prone skin, Green Tea Tree helps balance oil production thus improving the overall skin texture. There are several effective natural ingredients available to cure oily skin on the body and these, when used in tandem with time-tested rituals, help further enhance the perfect body care for oily skin.

As per holistic Ayurvedic traditions, our body needs a balance between the 3 doshas – Kapha, Vata and Pitta that work harmoniously along with healthy lifestyle habits to protect the overall wellbeing of our body.

When the Kapha Dosha is aggravated, the skin becomes oily and has a tendency of causing enlarged pores and eventually result in cystic acne. To address this, one needs both internal and external detoxification on a regular basis. Below are some important lifestyle changes and Ayurvedic recommendations that may help balance the state of dosha in the warm summer weather.

A cooling amalgam of mashed fruits, water and sugar- the ‘Mantha’ is a one-of-a-kind, refreshing Ayurvedic drink often mentioned in our Vedic texts. Typically stored in an earthen pot to cool, the drink is known to reduce the sense of heat generated in the body and thus control oil production.

In addition to the ingredients mentioned above, Aloe Vera is another great addition to your summer regimen. While an effective treatment for sunburns, it also makes the skin smooth and effectively reduces tanning. It can be used both topically like a toner or incorporated in your diet as a detoxifying drink.

Body Care Routine for Oily Skin

Since the Summer season calls for extra care for oily skin, let’s explore a natural body care routine you can follow to eliminate excess oil from your body while maintaining a well hydrated, clean and fresh skin texture.

Oily skin concerns can be treated with natural ingredients some of which we have mentioned above, and by inculcating an enriching and consistent body care regime. Let’s look at some easy steps to build the ideal routine for oily skin in Summers.

• Cleanse

Although cleansing is naturally the first step, Oily skin requires you to understand and use the right body products to balance sebum production and improve its texture. Chemical heavy soaps and body washes are high on Sulphate and can be too drying for the skin. Ayurvedic ingredients like Sandalwood and Turmeric help cleanse your skin and eliminate blackheads and whiteheads without stripping off the body’s natural moisture. Green Tea Tree extract is another renowned Ayurvedic ingredient that balances oil production in the skin leaving it cool, refreshed and hydrated. If you are just starting off on a dedicated body routine to treat your skin, look no further than our Sulphate and Paraben-Free cleansers:

Clarifying Silk Soap Lakshadi

Luxury Sugar Soap Sandalwood & Turmeric

Luxury Sugar Soap Oudh & Green Tea

Silkening Shower Wash Oudh & Green Tea

• Gentle Exfoliation With Body Polishers

Oily skin on the body commonly also results in open pores further causing blackheads, whiteheads and acne. Gentle exfoliation of dead skin cells cleanses these pores keeping your skin purified and fresh. Turmeric is an excellent antibacterial and antiseptic ingredient that removes impurities and heals the skin. Therefore, exfoliating with a Turmeric-based body scrub or paste can help clarify body acne. Our Sandalwood & Turmeric Body Polisher is a must try bath exfoliant and most suited for oily and acne-prone skin. The Raw Cane Sugar gently exfoliates and buffs the skin, Turmeric purifies and alleviates active acne, while Sandalwood soothes and lends an earthy scent. Use this as a part of your weekly regime after cleansing your body to detoxify and re-energize the skin!

• Nourish Your Body With a Bath & Shower Oil

We often assume oily skin does not require moisturisation but that is just another skincare myth! Although excess oil could be the cause of a lot of skin concerns, it is essential for the skin to maintain its natural moisture. Our After Bath Oils are made with pure and natural steam-distilled essential oils and help seal moisture into the skin, hydrate it and delicately scent it with fresh floral fragrances. Pour two capfuls of these water soluble oils into warm bath water or use after shower on damp skin.

• Mask With Body Ubtans

Masking is an essential process in body care for oily skin and Ubtans are ideal for this process. An Ubtan is an age-old Ayurvedic guise of a masque, that is hand-ground with sun-dried herbs, nuts and fruits, and has been traditionally used for years to achieve clear and radiant skin.

Mix the Ubtan with water or yoghurt to form a paste and use after a Body Massage Oil to deeply cleanse your skin. The potent infusion of Turmeric, Orange Peel and Sweet Basil in our Body Ubtan deeply exfoliates surface dead cells to rejuvenate and polish the skin, without stripping it of its natural moisture. Using this on a regular basis also enhances skin texture with toning and firming properties.

• Refresh With Dusting Powders

A dusting powder gives a smooth finish to the skin, covers blemishes while also absorbing perspiration and excess skin oil, making it ideal for oily skin. We recommend using the dusting powders after a bath with our selection of the Silkening Shower Wash. Use this as a fifth step in this routine, to optimally use the product and for the fragrance to last for longer.

• Natural Deodorants

When it’s Summer, deodorants are a must! The heat and humidity leave body-odour-causing bacteria on the skin and can also lead to darkening and pigmentation. Neem, Aloe Vera and Lemon are excellent Ayurvedic ingredients that heal the skin with antibacterial properties. Kasturi Manjal also known as Wild Turmeric clarifies the skin texture. Forest Essentials’ Lavender & Neem Natural Deodorant is filled with all these natural and refreshing herbs encapsulated in an air-like, fine aluminium-free blend with a delicately refreshing scent, making it the perfect finishing step in your body care routine for oily skin.

Maintain Healthy Lifestyle Choices!

While there are solutions that help transform your body from the outside, it is important to also tweak your daily lifestyle choices to achieve healthy, glowing and balanced skin. Eating nutritious food, hydrating well,  following a good sleep cycle and practising mindfulness are important foundations and work miraculously, after all healing starts from within!

FAQ’s

What body wash is good for oily skin?

Any body wash that includes natural ingredients and is free from Sulphate and Paraben is a good choice for oily skin. This is because Sulphate products rip the skin’s natural moisture, causing skin dryness and increase in acne. Instead, opt for Ayurvedic ingredients like Neem, Aloe Vera, Green Tea Tree, Turmeric that are excellent for oily skin. A body wash that includes these would be best suited for oily skin concerns.

Is shower gel good for oily skin?

Yes, absolutely! Shower gels work great for oily skin provided they include the right ingredients. Our Deep Pore Cleansing Ritual is the perfect and extremely effective for sensitive and oily skin. Including ‘Revitalising Kashmiri Walnut Gel Scrub’ and ‘Light Hydrating Facial gel Pure Aloe Vera’ this ritual will deeply purify open pores with its gentle exfoliation.

Is soap bad for oily skin? / Does soap help with oily skin?

Not at all! However, just like body wash, a Sulphate and Paraben free soap is a safe option for oily skin. Soaps rich in Tumeric, Sandalwood, Aloe Vera or Green Tea Tree are best suited for this skin type as they help reduce the excess oil on the body. Our Clarifying Silk Soap Lakshadi is crafted with the finest Lac derived from Kusum trees along with the Sandalwood paste which is infused in Sesame Oil that balances oil production and helps to minimise open pores.

References

https://vedix.com/blogs/articles/how-to-get-rid-of-oily-skin

https://www.forestessentialsindia.com/facial-care/oiliness.html

https://www.elle.com/uk/beauty/skin/a37721/how-to-get-rid-oily-skin/