Why do oily secretions increase in summer and with rising temperatures?

In summer, with the high temperatures and excessive sweating, individuals with oily, combination, and some types of dry skin start complaining about increased oiliness of the skin. They develop a shiny layer on their faces in the morning after waking up or shortly after applying skincare products, even if these products had previously suited them and didn’t cause this! For anyone experiencing the aforementioned issue, be patient! The disruption of oily secretions in summer is temporary and closely related to high temperatures! Sun rays stimulate the growth of sebaceous glands in the skin, leading to increased oil production (and overall skin pore enlargement) … Additionally, heat contributes to softening the sebum (known as sebum), facilitating its exit through the pores to the surface of the skin to a great extent. How can we deal with this condition and minimize its annoying effects as much as possible?

  • Do not wash your face more than twice a day, believing that you are removing excess oils. By increasing the frequency of washing, the skin loses its natural oils and its surface becomes dry, leading to the production of more oils as a compensatory mechanism, worsening the problem.
  • If you feel the need to remove accumulated oils more than twice during the day, use Micellar water.
  • Use facial wipes to gently dab the areas that start to show oily shine when you leave the house, and remember to reapply sunscreen every two hours at most.
  • In general, most of the products you use in your daily routine may leave a shiny oily layer on your skin after a period of application. Make sure that this is normal and seek assistance from a pharmacist or skincare specialist to adjust the routine to better suit you.
  • Do not think that with increased oil secretions, you no longer need to use moisturizer. Moisturizing is about maintaining the water content, not the oily content of your skin. By neglecting moisturization, the skin will produce excessive oils to compensate for the lack of moisture. Just make sure to choose the appropriate moisturizer.

In conclusion, the skin is always subject to changes depending on the weather and the season we are in. The products you use are not permanent throughout your life. You need to make changes according to your age, weather conditions, psychological state, and the treatments you are using.