Oily Skin Routine

The routine at a glance

1. 1Cleanse up to twice daily
2. 2Moisturize straight after
3. 3Press and blot, never rub
4. 4Sunscreen outdoors, makeup off at night

The 4 steps

1. Cleanse, up to twice a day. Use a gentle, foaming face wash. Cleanse your face up to twice daily and after sweating — and while washing, resist the temptation to scrub your skin.
2. Moisturize straight after. Apply moisturizer after cleansing, even on an oily day. Pat it on while the skin is still damp so it spreads without dragging.
3. Blot the shine away. Use blotting papers throughout the day. Gently press the paper against your face and leave it on for a few seconds to absorb the oil — press, never rub.
4. Sunscreen outdoors, makeup off at night. Wear sunscreen outdoors. Apply a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher, then always remove all makeup before going to sleep.

Two mistakes that undo the routine

• Reaching for a stronger wash because the skin feels oily — use a gentle, foaming face wash and cleanse your face up to twice daily and after sweating. More washing is not the fix.
• Sleeping in makeup on a tired night — always remove all makeup before going to sleep. Only touch your face when you are cleansing, moisturizing, or applying sunscreen or makeup, and make sure your hands are clean first.