What to eat for oily skin
There are endless myths about oily skin, with everything from facials to oily serums viewed as the enemy by those of us with a shiny complexion.
Modern research has debunked many of these claims, finding that some facial oils can actually help to counteract the skin’s natural oil production, but did you know that the same applies to oily foods?
According to the experts at skincare brand Byoma, foods with anti-inflammatory oils have been found to counteract oil production in the skin – and there are plenty of everyday ingredients which serve this exact purpose.
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Olives and olive oil
These rich products can also improve your gut microbiome, which is crucial to reduce unhealthy gut bacteria which has been linked to a range of inflammatory skin conditions such as acne and psoriasis.
While lathering olive oil on your skin might seem like the most direct way to reap the benefits, dermatologists including Dr Muneeb Shah and Dr Alexis Stephens have warned against it on their TikTok platforms.
Source: Daily Express | Diet
