Oily skin is the excessive production of oil (sebum) by the oil glands of the skin (sebaceous glands) that gives the skin the oily and shiny texture often associated with teenagers and those suffering with acne vulgaris. Increased oil production is a result of hormones, particularly the androgens (male sex hormones) which is present in both males and females.

What causes oily skin?

At puberty, or during hormonal fluctuations that cause oily skin, the action of these androgens increases the size of the oil glands in the skin (sebaceous glands) as well as causing enlarged pores. This enlarged glands and pores result in more oil being produced as well as more oil being secreted onto the skin. It is often believed that oily skin is a result of external factors but long term oily skin is very much an internal process regulated by the body’s hormones.

Blackhead Causes

There are numerous factors that can cause blackheads, which include:-

1. Lack of water in your system

2. Dead cells clogging up pores

3. Facial oil seeping into pores

4. Improper cleansing of your skin

5. Excess scrubbing of your skin

6. Use of products on your skin

Blackhead Tips

Do

Wash your skin with fresh, clean water, either cold or lukewarm.

Use fresh and clean hand towels to dry your skin, pressing lightly.