What are the causes of Oily Overactive Skin?
Genetics play a big part, so if you come from a family that have greasy, over-active skin then you probably will too. Hormone levels and changes can also tip the delicate balance at a time when skin is usually veering on the dry side.
Weather conditions can affect the skin, so in high humidity and hot weather you could find yourself with a greasier outlook than you usually have and you will need to adapt your cleansing regime and make-up accordingly.
Because of the nature of the surface of an overactive skin, oil attracts dirt and dust leading to blocked pores and Blackheads and sometimes Acne. Read our take on Acne and Blackheads.