Control shine,
protect your barrier,
and reduce breakouts

Having oily skin doesn’t mean you have “bad skin.” Sebum is a natural part of your skin’s protection. It helps keep the barrier strong and can even make your skin look smoother over time. The problem starts when the skin makes too much oil, which makes pores more likely to get clogged, and shine or breakouts start to make you feel less confident and comfortable.

Balance, not harsh control, is the best way to do things that last. At Mayam Aesthetic, oily skin is treated by getting rid of extra oil and congestion without drying it out, since this can cause irritation and make the skin feel even oilier. The goal is skin that is calmer and clearer and stays that way, not a short-term “matte” phase followed by a rebound.

The cleansing rule that prevents rebound oil

This is one simple rule that usually helps oily skin get better quickly: wash it no more than twice a day and do it gently. If you scrub to “remove oil,” washing too much can irritate your skin and make things look worse. Most of the time, lukewarm water and a mild cleanser are all you need. Heavy friction is rarely helpful.

If you sweat a lot (from working out, being outside all day, or being in the heat), washing your face after sweating can help, but it should still be gentle and not harsh.

A routine that controls shine without over-drying

Below is a practical routine that suits many oily and combination skin types. Use it as a baseline, then adjust based on sensitivity.

  • Cleanse up to twice daily with a gentle, foaming cleanser (no harsh scrubbing).
  • Choose products labelled oil-free and non-comedogenic so they are less likely to block pores.
  • Moisturise after cleansing, even if your skin is oily. A lightweight texture is often enough, and daytime options that include broad-spectrum SPF can simplify the routine.
  • Wear sunscreen outdoors and avoid fragranced or oily formulas if you are breakout-prone.
  • Use blotting papers by pressing gently (do not rub), and avoid touching your face throughout the day.

Common mistakes that keep pores clogged

When you stop doing a few things that quietly make your oily skin worse, it usually gets easier to deal with.

Putting on makeup before bed can make you congested, especially around your nose, cheeks, and chin. One of the easiest ways to keep your pores from getting clogged is to take off all of your makeup at night.

Heavy, comedogenic, and oil-based skin care products can also cause pores to get clogged. If you have bumps that don’t go away completely, switching to water-based, non-comedogenic products can often help.

Finally, squeezing blackheads or trying to “clean them out” can make the skin more sensitive and raise the risk of marks or scars.

In-clinic support when oiliness and breakouts are persistent

If you have oily skin and are always congested with blackheads, clogged pores, or inflamed breakouts, professional treatment can make a big difference, especially if your home routine isn’t working anymore. The benefit isn’t “stronger products”; it’s targeted intervention that clears away what’s stuck while protecting the barrier so your skin can calm down instead of bouncing back.

A salicylic acid peel is a common in-office treatment for oily skin and skin that is prone to acne. This kind of peel is often used to unclog pores and reduce oiliness, which is why it can help with ongoing congestion and breakouts if done correctly and spaced out.

Mayam Aesthetic doesn’t use the same peel on everyone. Instead, they choose the treatment based on how sensitive and reactive your skin is and what the main cause is—shine, clogged pores, active inflammation, or a mix—so the plan stays effective without making the skin angry.