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#9 - Oily, Resistant, Pigmented & Tight
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items An uncommon skin type, ORPT is usually found in younger people who have frequent sun exposure. Occasionally, younger women with melasma will have ORPT skin. Pigmentation is the only concern, making this type fairly easy to manage with a minimal skinc...
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Cleansers
Toners/Exfoliators
Retinol
Skin-Brighteners
Moisturizers
Sunscreen
Cleansers
Oily skin types like ORPTs should use a foaming cleanser to help control the amount of oil on the skin. Cleansers with Salicylic acid can help aid in oil production
Even if acne/breakouts aren't a concern for ORPT - this cleanser will leave the skin feeling clean and balanced. It will help keep oily skin in check and skin looking matte throughout the day
IMAGE Skincare CLEAR CELL Salicylic Gel Cleanse
Brightens and rejuvenates: Wakes up dull, tired skin with Vitamin C and botanicals. Removes makeup and impurities by cleansing skin gently without stripping away moisture. Exfoliates dead skin cells Leaves you with a softer, smoother appearance. Deep...
Revision Skincare Brightening Facial Wash
Designed to soothe as it deeply cleanses without disrupting the skin’s natural moisture barrier, leaving skin soft, calm, smooth, and refreshed without over-drying. *Great for dry, acne-prone skin
Curology Gentle Hydrating Foaming Cleanser
Combines rice-derived ingredients with glycolic acid and niacinamide, giving you gentle cleansing plus exfoliating and brightening benefits in one step
Balance Mode Rice Foaming Gel Cleanser with Glycolic Acid to Control Shine & Unclog Pores - LANEIGE
Toners/Exfoliators
Use toners that contain ingredients that control oil production, absorb oil, exfoliate, or lighten dark spots
This toner is perfect for this oily skin type. Helps to reduce pores and blackheads. Great for use in the am if wanting to have a ‘matte’ look
Origins Clear Improvement Pore Purifying Toner
I love this alcohol-free toner that truly can be used on any skin type - even dry skin. Won't strip natural oils from skin. Great for prepping skin for other products
Obagi Nu-Derm Face Toner
Exfoliates the skin with Glycolic Acid while ginseng improves circulation and energizes skin and aloe Vera soothes and hydrates. Gently speeds up cell turnover to reveal a brighter, glowy complexion. Helps minimize pores.
Pixi Glow Tonic to-Go | Glycolic Acid Pads
Retinol
Helps to increase the rate of cell turnover which can help brown spots from occurring on skin
This retinol is suitable for any type of retinol user. Effective at treating any skin concern. For ORPT this will help brighten skin, maintain oil and smoothen skin texture
Ole Henriksen Double Rewind 0.3% Pro-Grade Retinol Serum
Combining benefits of up to eight skincare steps into one streamlined formula, it strategically delivers powerhouse ingredients to visibly improve uneven texture, pores, discoloration, the look of fine lines and wrinkles, and more for glass-like skin
U Beauty | Resurfacing Compound Face Serum with Retinol + Vitamin C
Skin-Brighteners
Skin-brightening ingredients such as vitamin C, kojic acid, or hydroquinone should be considered to treat pigmentation issues
This serum helps to fade and break-up darks spots on the face. Also helps to prevent the formation of new pigment. Gentle for all skin types and absorbs quickly into skin
ZO SKIN HEALTH Brightalive
Not only does this have TXA but other important brightening ingredients to fight stubborn melasma
Glytone Micro-Peel TranEXamide™ Dark Spot Serum
Moisturizers
A light, non-comedogenic moisturizer is ideal for this skin type. Types that are more oily can skip this step in the morning
Brightens the appearance of skin up to 3x more than a basic moisturizer. Combination of Vitamin C, Mandarin Orange & Tranexamic Acid helps improve the appearance of dull skin & dark marks.
TULA Bright Start Vitamin C Brightening Gel
Contains tiny Madecassoside (Madewhite™) capsules that melt into the cream when applied, while niacinamide and tranexamic acid help promote a more even, radiant-looking complexion
SKIN1004 Tone Balancing Capsule Cream
Sunscreen
Wearing daily sunscreen is one of the most important pieces of skincare product advice for ORPT skin types since sun exposure is a leading cause of dark spots and uneven skin tone. Gel and sprays are preferred for ORPT
There's lots to love about this SPF. I use this as a way to reapply my SPF without needing to look in a mirror or mess up as makeup I may have on. This is really nice for those who don't like a dewy complexion or need to soak up oil.
Supergoop! (Re) setting Mineral Powder
Powerful UV Protection With SPF 50. Its portable size makes it easy to use on the go. Provides Matte Finish & With No White Cast Has a lightweight texture that blends into the skin without leaving a white cast -works for all skin tones. Helps con...
COSRX Airy-Light Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF 50
Makeup
Foundations often streak on oily skin. Try to find tinted sunscreen or powders to help absorb oil
Visibly tightens the appearance of pores & mattifies skin. Preserves skin radiance and can be used as a good make up base.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner Cream Primer
Misc/Extras
These blotting papers a even cute to keep on hand while out and about. Helps to reduce shine and oil without disrupting your makeup. Super affordable too!
Winky Lux Rose Tea Oil Blotting Sheets Travel
10-minute clay mask combines vitamin C-rich Kakadu plum, turmeric, and aloe vera to help brighten dull skin, improve uneven tone, and reduce the appearance of dark spots over time.
Gleamin Vitamin C Brightening Clay Mask