What Causes Oily Skin in Summer?
Summer in South Africa generally means higher temperatures and in coastal regions, higher humidity in the air too. Humidity refers to the amount of moisture in the air, and it tends to be higher during the summer months and, more so in coastal areas, due to the increase in evaporation that occurs with the higher temperatures.
There is a combination of factors at play that cause your skin to be oilier in the summer months, including:
- Heat and humidity can stimulate the sebaceous glands in your skin to produce more oil. This excess oil can result in a shiny appearance and a greasy feeling.
- In hot weather, your body produces sweat to regulate its temperature. Sweat can mix with the oil on your skin, making it appear even oilier.
- Many sunscreen lotions and skincare products, especially those with heavy formulations or oil-based ingredients, can contribute to oily skin.
- Paradoxically, dehydrated skin can trigger the production of more oil. When your skin lacks moisture, it may compensate by producing excess sebum.
- Using harsh or drying skincare products can strip away your skin's natural oils, leading to an overproduction of sebum as a protective response.
All these factors can contribute to your skin feeling oilier. But, don’t worry, you don’t have to be stuck with oily skin, leaving you feeling uncomfortable during the day. Thanks to Dove’s Light Care body lotion for all skin types you’ll be able to moisturise your skin properly allowing it to feel softer and instantly refreshed without feeling excessively oily.
Which Type of Body Lotion is Good for Oily Skin?
Dove offers a light body lotion that keeps your skin moisturised. The formulation uses a special breakthrough moisture-boosting Ceramide Restoring Serum - a unique blend of ingredients designed to replenish ceramides with nutrients that strengthen the skin's moisture barrier. Dove Body Love Light Care Body Lotion for All Skin Types is the answer to getting softer, more subtle, deeply nourished skin without that oily feeling.
How to Treat Oily Skin in Summer with A Good Body Lotion
So, now that you know what to use on your skin this summer, let’s talk about the best way to treat that oily skin daily and how best to use Dove Body Love Light Care Body Lotion for All Skin Types in order to get great results with every application:
Step 1 - Exfoliate
Exfoliating removes dead skin cells, leaving your skin clean and fresh and more receptive to the benefits of your lotion. Using a soft body brush all over is one of the most effective ways to exfoliate your skin.
Step 2 - Take a quick, warm shower
Remember, long, hot showers dry out the skin. So, keep it quick, and don't go overboard with the hot tap. Your skin will appreciate it.
Step 3 – Apply Dove Lotion
While your skin is damp, apply Dove Body Love Light Care Body Lotion using light massage movements throughout your body, paying careful attention to areas such as your knees and elbows to make sure they get some love too. The fast-absorbing formula should deeply nourish the skin, instantly leaving it feeling and looking refreshed.
When you use Dove’s light care body lotion formulation daily during the summer, you’ll ensure that your skin stays moisturised throughout the day (and night) and remains soft and deeply nourished for up to 48 hours too.
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FAQs
Which body lotion is best for oily skin in summer?
We highly recommend Dove Body Love Light Care Body Lotion for All Skin Types because its light formula is nourishing for the skin without leaving it feeling heavy or oily.
Should you use body lotion if you have oily skin?
Yes, you should. Dehydrated skin can actually produce more oil making it look and feel oilier. A light body lotion will hydrate your skin, but be sure to also keep yourself well hydrated by drinking enough water too.
How can I prevent oily skin in summer?
Make sure you use a light body lotion to nourish your skin, without over-hydrating it. The key to ensuring your skin stays healthy is to have a routine that you follow and stick to it. When you give your skin consistent love and it yields greater results.
Why does lotion feel so oily?
Body lotions can be made up of a number of different ingredients that influence their texture and viscosity. Here are some popular ingredients that impact how a body lotion may feel:
- Humectants: these are products that contain hyaluronic acid or glycerine and provide moisture to your skin by taking moisture from the air and directly putting it into the outer layer of your skin.
- Emollients: these are oil-based products such as cocoa butter and collagen that improve your skin’s texture by filling in the crevices of your skin to make it appear smoother and softer.
- Occlusives: this is your petroleum jelly and beeswax that provides a sort of ‘seal’ over your skin to prevent your skin from losing moisture.
Lotions tend to be less viscous than body creams for example, and this is because they contain more water than oil. If your lotion feels oily, it likely is because it is made up of more emollients. In this case, you’d need to switch to a product such as our Dove Body Love Light Care Body Lotion for All Skin Types to provide you with the nourishment you need in summer without leaving it feeling oilier.
Which is better for oily skin a body cream or a body lotion?
We highly recommend the light care body lotion from Dove because it’s fast-absorbing formula is light enough for those hot, humid summer months. You will also get great results from a body cream for oily skin; however, it is important to ensure that the formulation is light and caters for your skins needs without leaving your skin greasy.
