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March 02, 2022 4 min read
Sometimes getting your skin to behave can be tricky. One day it’s too dry. The next day it’s too oily. And the day after that it’s--curveball-- shiny but not oily. If you’re wondering how this is even possible, you’re not alone.
Today, we’re exploring what causes this weird phenomenon and what to do about it. Let’s dive in!
The first step to answering this question is to confirm that your skin is not in fact oily. This may seem like an obvious yes or no question, but factors like hormones, stress and skincare products can change the appearance and behavior of your skin.
The most surefire way to know if you have a problem with excess sebum production, which is what typically leads to oily skin, is to see a skincare specialist. They may use something called a wood’s lamp to help you identify if oil is an issue.
If you’re not interested in seeing a specialist, you can “self-diagnose” using oil blotting papers, which are available at most drugstores. After you use a gentle cleanser to wash your face, wait a few minutes for your skin to dry completely and then use an oil blotting paper. If the paper is coming away with a lot of oil, chances are you’re dealing with oily skin.
Oily skin happens to the best of us. If you find that you have excess sebum production, it’s time to evaluate your lifestyle. Are you eating well and reducing stress? Are you using makeup that doesn’t clog your pores or irritate your skin? If not, it's time to address these things, as they can all lead to oil.
Equally important, take a look at your skincare routine. Using harsh, preservative-laden products that strip the natural moisture from your skin can dry it out, which ironically leads to too much oil production as your skin tries to compensate. If this is what you’re experiencing, switch to something nourishing and preservative-free instead.
If you’ve confirmed that your skin is not in fact oily, but you’re still seeing a lot of shine in the mirror, there are a few possible causes:
It’s important to remember that your skin is a living organ and constantly in-flux, so it’s not abnormal for your face to shine once in a while. You certainly don’t need to attack your face with harsh products or new routines at the first sign of a shimmer.
However, if you are seeing consistently shiny skin that also feels tight and comfortable, it may be time to replace your exfoliating cleanser with a gentle, natural alternative a few days per week.
If you’re sweating a lot, it’ll be helpful to add an alcohol-free toner to your routine to help restore your skin’s pH to balance. We’ve lovingly formulated our toner with an anti-aging galactomyces boost so you get a little youthfulness along with your toning.
No matter what skin issue you’re experiencing, it’s important to use natural products without sulfates or other irritating ingredients. At Wild Ice, we’ve formulated our entire skincare line with cold-kept ingredients so we don’t need to use any toxic or irritating preservatives, meaning you only get highly effective, gentle skincare that mother earth would approve of.
Mila (pronounced 'mee-luh') is mother of three, wife, and founder of Wild Ice, an all-natural cold-preserved skincare line dedicated to bringing the best of care to women everywhere.
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I love my mist and my vitamin C serum. Makes my skin glow It was nice to see you at Rosemary Beach a few weeks ago
The Cyro-C serum is by far the best vitamin C serum I have ever used. I love skincare so much and you can tell this product is made with care. The smell is amazing and I get complimented almost daily about how my face looks glowing since I started using. Mila was so kind and knowledgeable. I will definitely be rebuying once I run out!
I have oily/combination skin, so I pump/mix both and then apply, otherwise it’s too oily and doesn’t absorb quickly. This works so well! It makes your skin smell great even hours after application. I only wish this trick for oily skin was on the instructions of bottle. I didn’t realize until I saw it on one of their insta stories. Great product otherwise!
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They keep my skin feeling soft and clean.
I highly recommend them specially if you dry skin.
I love the 4-step facial products. The routine is easy and simple and the results are amazing. This is one of the best product lines I have used on my face, and I can really see a difference in my skin. I first purchased two of the products at Market Days in Tallahassee. When I finished the products, I went back to what I was using previously. It was not long until I decided that Wild Ice is the perfect product line for me and my dry skin. I am hooked.
I recently found these products and amazing creator at our local farmers market and all I can say is WOW! I was instantly sold from the moment I applied the cold-kept cream to my skin. I'll absolutely be going back for more from her skincare line and watching allll of her informative videos on their social media page
This is absolute gold in a bottle that smells like fresh oranges. My skin is sensitive and I do have rosacea and it drinks Cryo-C up! My complexion has greatly improved and am so happy I made the splurge. This, along with the toner, are new repeat buys for my skin routine. I look forward to my skin routine AM & PM just because it feels and smells amazing!
This has improved my skin and is very refreshing. I have sensitive skin and rosacea and this has not caused any breakouts. I use this with Cryo-C and absolutely love it! Will definitely be a repeat buy to my skin routine.
I recently purchased the complete skin care package and I absolutely love it! I’m having a hard time deciding which product is my favorite. The cleanser makes my skin so soft and helps with my overall skin appearance, The serum brightens my skin, one of the best I’ve tried and the moisturizer! It has improved every single issue I’ve been concerned with. Love love love the entire collection! Thank you so much!
Love the whole line, but my favorite is the vitamin C! It gives me such a nice glow. Everything smells great too!
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I highly recommend the facial cleanser! My skin feels so soft and clean after using. I have combination skin. At 58 years of age I finally found a product that works for me!!
I use this daily after washing my skin as a moisturizer.. it has made my skin very soft and fresh…love it!!
I just started with this to see how my skin took it before I invested in any more products. I have used it consistently for several weeks and WOW. My skin literally feels more healthy and looks it, too! And my husband is always telling me I smell good right after I put it on. :)
I found this product at the Rosemary Beach farmers market. It is amazing! Have been using it for 2 weeks and my skin feels wonderful. I have rosacea and use others products for it, but this adds to the regimen and soathes your face. Love that it is cold (if you put it in fridge) which is so calming in the summer!