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HOW TO stop your skin from being oily but dehydrated? 🫣 1. take a break from actives (if you have been using them) 👉🏻 pause retinoids, acids, vitamin c, BHA/AHA and other potentially irritating products for a few weeks to help your skin recover 2. switch to a gentler morning cleanser 👉🏻 use a gentle, low-ph cleanser OR simply rinse with water on some days 3. less is more 👉🏻 keep your routine simple: • gentle cleanser • hydrating serum or toner • moisturizer with barrier-supporting ingredients • lightweight & non-comedogenic spf in the morning 4. add hyaluronic acid 👉🏻 hyaluronic acid can help attract and hold water in the skin. apply it to slightly damp skin and follow with moisturizer 5. lock in hydration 👉🏻 when choosing a moisturizer, look for ingredients that support the skin barrier and reduce water loss: • ceramides • cholesterol • fatty acids • squalane • glycerin • panthenol 6. if you have acne/breakouts 👉🏻 focus on soothing ingredients before using stronger acne treatments: 7. avoid potential irritants 👉🏻 do not use skincare products that fountain alc0hol and fragrance, as they may worsen sensitivity. 8. stay hydrated from within 👉🏻 drink enough fluids and include water-rich foods in your diet follow me for more! 🫶🏻🤍 #oilyskin #dehydratedskin #dryskin #skincaretips #clearskintips