Oily Skin Type

Oily skin: what it means

Shine by lunchtime, enlarged pores around the nose and forehead, and makeup that slides off by 3pm. That's overactive sebaceous glands at work. The trap most people fall into is over-cleansing, which strips the barrier and triggers even more oil production. The fix is balance, not war.

What to look for in products

Niacinamide (2-5%) to regulate sebum and refine pores
BHA (salicylic acid) to clear out congested pores from inside
Green tea and centella extracts for sebum balance + soothing
Lightweight gel or water-based essences
Oil-free gel-cream moisturizers
Matte or fluid-finish SPF

What to avoid

Heavy occlusives like mineral oil or thick butters
Comedogenic oils (coconut oil is the classic offender)
Over-cleansing (twice a day is plenty)
Stripping foaming cleansers that leave skin squeaky
Skipping moisturizer (this backfires every time)

Your K-beauty routine

AM: Low-pH gel cleanser, balancing toner with niacinamide, lightweight essence, gel moisturizer, fluid SPF 50.

PM: Double-cleanse (lightweight oil cleanser then gel cleanser), BHA toner pads 2-3x a week, hydrating essence, niacinamide ampoule, gel-cream.

Hero ingredients

Niacinamide: the gold standard for sebum control and pore appearance
Salicylic acid (BHA): oil-soluble, so it gets into pores other actives can't
Centella Asiatica: calms inflammation that often comes with oily skin
Green tea extract: antioxidant that also helps balance sebum
Heartleaf: purifying without stripping

Browse the collection below for BHA toners, niacinamide ampoules, and gel-textured essentials that keep shine in check without dehydrating your skin.

All Cleansers Toner Essences Serums & Ampoules Moisturizers Eye Care Sunscreen Masks