Melody Jacob

Many factors cause oily skin, some of which are under our control. Although treating a genetic predisposition to oily skin can be more difficult, there are solutions available. Oil production can be influenced by lifestyle variables and hormonal changes. For instance, a diet consisting of processed foods, added sugar, and harmful fats may weaken the skin's structure and increase oil production.

In conclusion, your skincare routine and products may also affect oil production. Certain products cause your body to produce more oil by removing the natural oils from your skin.

You can also visit a dermatologist, who can help determine the causes of your oily skin and assist in creating a skincare regimen tailored to your specific skin type; managing oily skin is a primary concern.

Treatments for Oily Skin Using Natural Ingredients

Although your dermatologist could recommend or prescribe prescription or over-the-counter treatments, you can also try several natural solutions for oily skin. While some products, such as blotting sheets and clay masks, are made specifically to help oily skin, many common household items can also help oily skin. Additionally, although some may only momentarily lessen the visibility of oil on your skin, others take more aggressive steps to lessen continuous oil production.

Blotting papers are a quick and simple way to minimize oil on your skin, but they are usually only a short-term solution. While on the go, blotting papers are one of the easiest ways to control skin oil.

When gently patted against the skin, blotting papers absorb oil and remove it from the skin's surface. This step produces a more matte appearance and lessens the glossy sheen that many people find objectionable. Continue reading for further oily skin remedies that could lower total oil production.

Honey is a common home item that can help greasy skin. Honey has special qualities that help your skin when applied topically, even if you may already use it to sweeten your tea and in baking and cooking.

Natural antibacterial and antiseptic qualities of honey help minimize oil production and diminish skin germs. Additionally, honey's antimicrobial qualities may help lessen the chance of acne and pimples.

Any type of honey can be used to create a face mask, but manuka honey is special since it has even more antibacterial qualities than regular honey. In a blender, combine honey and oats to form a honey mask, which you can then apply to your face. Apply the mixture to your face gently, then rinse it off thoroughly.

Clay masks remove extra oil from the skin's surface, just like blotting papers do. Including masks in your daily skincare routine may reduce oil production and "oil shine" at the same time; however, it might not be a quick fix when you're on the go.

Numerous cosmetic companies have ready-to-use clay masks that you can put on your skin, let sit for a while, and then just rinse off. Certain clay products can be made into face masks by mixing them with other components, such as apple cider vinegar. For safe use procedures, make sure you adhere to the packaging instructions regardless of the clay product you choose.

Aloe vera is another common home product that has numerous skin-benefitting properties, much like honey. You can use this lotion on your face to prevent oily skin, even though you may already have store-bought gel at home to relieve sunburn pain. Another use for fresh aloe vera is as a moisturizer that reduces oil production.

Any aloe product should be tested on a tiny patch of skin before being applied to a wider area. Some people are allergic to aloe; if you are one of such people, a patch test can help you avoid more severe suffering.

Another remedy for oily skin is a homemade oatmeal mask, even though you might be more accustomed to eating oatmeal than using it topically. When applied to the skin, oatmeal's inherent anti-inflammatory qualities may also lessen redness and the visibility of pimples and acne. Furthermore, oatmeal used topically has the ability to absorb oil, lowering the quantity that sits on your skin's surface.

You can make a basic mask with honey and oatmeal, or you can make a paste with two teaspoons of oatmeal, one teaspoon of baking soda, and just enough water. For an oil-reducing mask, leave it on your skin for ten minutes or so, then rinse it off completely.

When you have oily skin, it may seem counterintuitive to apply oil to your face. But one component that can help oily or acne-prone skin is jojoba oil.

Jojoba oil can reduce the quantity of oil your skin produces by balancing your natural oil production when applied topically. Another benefit for acne sufferers is that jojoba oil is non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog your pores. Jojoba oil can help reduce oil production and hydrate skin when applied directly to the face. Consider mixing jojoba oil into your preferred clay mask to increase its ability to combat oil buildup.

$7-figure payouts, four houses, and $8K NBA star Iman got hit hard in her divorce settlement when it comes to child support.

Iman Asante Shumpert, a basketball player, and Teyana Taylor, an actress, are said to have reached a multimillion-dollar divorce settlement.

The Express Tribune says Shumpert has finalized a legally binding deal that requires him to pay Teyana a seven-figure sum all at once.

Teyana also got four expensive homes worth more than $10 million, a $300,000 Maybach, and a $70,000 Mercedes Sprinter.

Besides that, the ex-Brooklyn Nets player will have to pay $8,000 a month in child support and share custody of their two daughters.

After being married since 2016, the couple split up in 2023. Multiple reports say that Iman broke their prenuptial agreement, but the exact reason for their breakup is still unknown.

I wouldn’t recommend Devil's Pulpit—I honestly believe it should be closed to the public. This is one of those posts where I had to sit down and really reflect. I believe that nature has a purpose and we must sometimes allow it to unfold naturally. I understand that people love to take a walk and enjoy the views, but even the slightest misstep here can lead to disaster.

This area is experiencing rapid erosion, seemingly consuming the land. From what I saw, the government tried to set up protective barriers, but the relentless erosion keeps eating away at the soil. They kept extending the barrier away from the erosion but nature is not giving up. There’s even a sign warning visitors about the danger, not just from the unstable ground but from the falling trees as well. Trees are toppling over every day, and loose stones are tumbling down. It’s a natural disaster in the making, because no one can truly stop nature.

Walking along the coastal road, I couldn’t help but wonder how long this will go on. There’s a major road maintained in this area, but nature is clearly winning slowly. Near the Devil’s Pulpit, there’s a staircase leading down to the views—but the steps are in terrible shape. My partner tried descending and quickly came back up, and we even saw a couple who took nearly an hour to make the round trip because they had to be so careful on the slippery path. One small mistake here can be fatal.

I felt a mix of fear and unease, like I might fall if I got too close—the drop and the unstable footing made me very uncomfortable. Normally, my partner would be the one urging me to explore further, but this time he was already ready to leave. For the first time on our adventure, my partner said, “I don’t like this place—let’s go.”

We managed to find a safe spot near the water, well away from the Devil’s Pulpit, and took some photos from a distance. The climb was exhausting—we were out of breath and had to stop to rest because we had to climb a fallen tree to get a bit close to the flowing river. We avoided taking too many photos of the Devil’s Pulpit itself because the ground is so soft and treacherous that if you get too excited, you might end up falling. Plus, the wind and scattered debris only add to the risk.

To anyone planning a visit, please consider another spot in Scotland. There are plenty of beautiful natural areas that are much safer. As the name implies, the Devil’s Pulpit is dangerous—it can kill you with a single fall. This place gave me a really fearful vibe, but I can’t fault nature for that; it wasn’t inviting us in—the danger was just there, and we found ourselves in it. Honestly, we never expected to stumble into such a perilous zone. It’s not a place you’d ever want to bring a child.