Oil Be Gone: A Foolproof Makeup Routine for Oily Skin
“Chehre pe tel nahi, style chahiye!” — every oily-skin girl after 12pm.If your makeup slides off faster than a Delhi metro in rush hour, this one’s for you. Oily skin isn't a makeup curse — it's just... high maintenance. With the right moves, your glam can stay intact all day without turning into an oil painting 🎨
TL;DR 🧴
- Oily skin needs mattifying + non-comedogenic products.
- Stick to gel-based primers and lightweight, oil-free foundations.
- Layering and setting powder = non-negotiable.
- Blotting sheets and setting sprays are your mid-day heroes.
- Avoid creamy or dewy finishes. Let your skincare do the glow work 💁♀️
Why Oily Skin Needs Its Own Makeup Manual
Oily skin is not just about unwanted shine — it’s hormonal, genetic, and linked to overactive sebaceous glands. Translation?
- Larger pores
- Frequent breakouts
- Foundation slide-offs
But, before you curse your glands, remember this: oily skin ages slower than dry skin. So yes, it’s greasy now, but wrinkle-free later. 💅
Pre-Makeup Skin Prep for Oily Skin
Your makeup is only as good as your base. So no, skipping moisturizer won’t “control oil” — it’ll just dehydrate your skin, making it produce more oil. Ugh.
Bonus tip: Rub an ice cube before makeup to shrink pores. Desi jugaad, but effective 🧊
Step-By-Step Makeup Routine for Oily Skin
Step 1: Use a Mattifying Primer
Primer is your personal bouncer that blocks oil from crashing your foundation. Choose one with ingredients like silica or dimethicone.
Pro tip: Press the primer into your skin. Don’t rub.
Step 2: Go For Oil-Free Foundation
Liquid? Yes. Dewy? Big no.Look for terms like “matte finish,” “long-wear,” or “non-comedogenic.” Powder foundation works too — especially for touch-ups.
Step 3: Blend With Damp Sponge
Brushes can drag product. A damp sponge gives an even layer without disturbing texture or triggering oil glands.
Step 4: Apply Concealer (Only Where Needed)
Don’t layer too much — especially under the eyes or on blemishes. Use a high-pigment, oil-free concealer.
Step 5: Set With Loose Powder
Focus on the T-zone. Use a puff or brush and press — don’t swipe.
“T-zone pe powder thoda extra lagao, taaki tel daaru banne se pehle control ho jaye.” 😜
Step 6: Matte Blush + Contour
Cream blush? Not today, Satan. Use powder or gel formulas. Same rule for contour.
Step 7: Long-Wear Eye Makeup
Go for waterproof eyeliner, smudge-proof kajal, and matte eyeshadows. Prime your lids to avoid that icky oily crease.
Step 8: Set It All With Setting Spray
Your final shield. Pick a matte-finish mist that claims “oil control” or “shine-free.”
Extra Tips for Oily Skin Babes 💡
Makeup Products That Work Best for Oily Skin
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using rich, creamy moisturizers thinking it’ll give “glow” 🙅♀️
- Skipping sunscreen (even gel-based ones)
- Over-powdering = cakey finish
- Not blotting — and reapplying makeup on oily skin
Makeup Removal Musts
Don’t let your clogged pores become party crashers. Double cleanse with an oil cleanser followed by a gel face wash. Add a toner to close those open invitations (aka pores).
FAQs 🤔
Q. Should I use moisturizer before makeup if I have oily skin?
Absolutely! Use an oil-free gel-based one to balance sebum production.
Q. Which foundation is best for oily skin in humid cities like Mumbai or Chennai?
Go for powder or air-light liquid foundation with a matte finish.
Q. How do I keep my makeup from melting after 4 hours?
Layer right: primer + foundation + powder + setting spray. Also, carry blotting papers.
Q. Can I use highlighter on oily skin?
Yes, but sparingly. Go for powder highlighters and apply only on high points — skip nose if it gets oily.
Final Word: Shine On (But On Your Terms)
Oily skin may be extra, but so are you 💁♀️ With the right steps, your makeup can stay smudge-proof, sweat-proof, and selfie-ready. Whether you’re battling Delhi humidity or doing full glam in a shaadi function, these steps will keep you fresh — not fried.
And if DIY fails? Book a pro at-home glam sesh with The Monsha’s — because tel toh aayega, par makeup bhi tikega 😎