Are you juggling with the best organic skin care products to treat that oily face? You are not alone… Every girl battles with the never ending issue of oily skin!

SO, what is oily skin?

When sebum, the natural oil of the skin is produced at an exceeding amount than average; it makes the skin surface greasy thus giving it a shiny appearance. The most common area prone to getting oily is the T-zone. This is the area on the forehead all the way down to the nose.

It is important for the skin to produce the right amount of oil to protect it. However what to do when the skin produces extra oil leaving you with a shiny face, blocked pores prone to acne and blemishes?

Causes of oily skin

Oily skin is caused by the application of certain products on the skin and in some cases it is because of sensitivity and hormonal imbalances. The hormone “testosterone” plays a major role in overactive sebaceous glands. Some people are just sensitive to an average level of the hormone present in their body. Others simply have suffer from an imbalance; meaning high levels of the hormone.

Here are a few best natural skin remedies to treat oily skin:

Save some HONEY for your face!

This is nature’s best organic skin care remedy. Its antiseptic and antibacterial properties make it good for oily skin. Being a natural humectant, it helps in preserving the skins moisture. A face mask prepared with honey reduces the appearance of oily skin

How to use

Simply spread a layer of honey (preferably raw and organic) on the face. Leave it on for ten minutes. Wash thoroughly with fresh water.

Organic oats

Oatmeal contains antioxidants which are effective in treating oily skin.

All you need is half a cup of ground oats and half cup of warm water. Mix these thoroughly to make a fine paste. Let the paste cool until it’s easily applicable to the skin. Apply it evenly to your face and massage for 2-3 minutes. Wash the face with warm water.

Oatmeal can also be combined with honey or fresh fruit to make an effective mask

Get some ‘ALOE’ fresh treatment

Aloe Vera is known for its antimicrobial properties and is used in the best organic skin care products.

What you need to do is, pluck a few fresh leaves of aloe Vera. Trim the prickly edges with a scissor and wash them to remove any dust. Once you have cleaned the leaves, slice it open using a sharp knife and extract the clear gel. Simply apply this gel evenly on the face.

Girls with sensitive skin should make sure to do a patch test before use.

A drop of Jojoba oil

This plant oil is the famous ingredient in the best organic skin care products. Jojoba oil has humectant properties. It also aids in the production of sebum in the skin. When it’s applied on the skin, the skin gets receives moisturemoisturized. This in turn sends signals to the hair follicles on the skin layer to stop producing extra sebum. This It prevents the skin from being oily.

How to use

Apply Drop 2-3 drops of jojoba oil in onto your palm and apply it on your face massaging gently. Leave it on overnight and wash your face in the morning.

MATTIFY that shine with clay mask

This is the most organic skin care product to treat oily skin. It is rich in minerals like betonites and smectite, which have highly absorbent properties.

It removes excess oil, sebum, dirt and impurities from the skin surface. It cleans the pores inside and out. Being rich in magnesium chloride, it acts as a cooling agent too.

How to use

Take one tablespoon soon of clay and add one add some rosewater to it until the mixture acquires a smooth consistency. Apply it to your face and wait for it to dry for about 20 minutes. Wash your face with warm water and pat dry.

Tomatoes

The salicylic acid contained present in tomatoes has great absorbent properties and unclogs the pores too. This makes it an ideal option if you are looking for an organic skin care remedy.

How to use

All you need is a pulp of one tomato and one teaspoon sugar. Combine it together to form a paste. Apply it on your face and massage in circular motions. Leave it on for 5 minutes. Wash your face with cold water and pat dry.

Tomato slices can also be applied directly to your face if you are looking for a ou want to be quick fix

Egg whites and lemon

This is a folk remedy to treat oily skin and the best organic one too. Both egg white and lemon are known for tightening pores. The acids contained in lemon absorbs the excess oil on the skin.

How to use

Mix the egg white of one egg with one teaspoon of lemon juice. Apply on your face. Wait till it dries for about 15 minutes. Wash off with cold water with a ‘nice, scented ‘face wash to remove any disturbing eggy smell of egg.

Scrub like a PRO

This has anti-inflammatory and anti hepatoxity properties, that aids in the rejuvenation of oily skin and also plays a part in brightening the skin tone. Hence almond scrub is one of the best organic products for skincare.

How to use

Grind almonds to make a fine powder. Take 3 table spoons of the almond powder. Add two table spoons of raw honey to it. Mix thoroughly and apply this mixture on the face in gentle, circular motions. Wash off the face with some warm water.

BLOT that oil off

These blotting papers are not at all costly and are easily available over the counter. You can use these thin papers to blot of excess grease and oil from your skin.

So all you need to do is, simply grab a few ingredients off that kitchen counter and make an effort to prepare some some of the best organic products for your skin.