Keeping Oily Skin at Bay During the Hot Summer Months

I absolutely love summer. But something I don't love about it is the oily skin that tends to come with it. Yes, even the driest of my dry skin clients have experienced the summer shine, and I want to discuss some of the best ways to kiss it goodbye! Embrace confidence and beautiful skin all summer long with the easy tips below.

Bye Bye Oily Skin

Don't Over Cleanse - one of the biggest oil-causing culprits

Adjust Your Products to the Season - I love my luxurious winter moisturizer just as much as the next girl, but it is important to get the right moisturizer for the season . If you aren't ready to ditch your more luxurious products, try using them as a night time treatment instead and use your lighter products during the day.

Primer is Your Friend - I know many people who are afraid to try a primer for fear of clogged pores. The good news is, there are now many fabulous primer options that are good for your skin in addition to making it look absolutely amazing. My favorites are Youngblood Mineral Primer and one of Colorescience's fabulous options.

Consider Your Makeup - If you tend to be more oily than usual in the summer months, it may be time to consider buying summertime makeup products. Just like skincare, your makeup may need some adjustments throughout the year, so assess your skin and figure out which formula would work best for you. I like powders in the summertime and liquids in the winter.

Blotting Papers are Your Friend - always, I repeat, always have blotting papers ready to use on your person! This will ensure you can whisk away oil on-the-go and in and instant. My favorites are Eminence Organic's Green Tea & Hemp Blotting Tissues and Glo Minerals Blotting Papers. Another great option helps to soak up oil and deliver sheer coverage is a powder sunscreen. I love Colorescience's Sunforgettable Mineral Powder Brush SPF 30 and Eminence Organics Sun Defense Minerals.