If your skin is oily, you might already know that sometimes it requires more than just a few blotting papers to reduce shine.
Sebum production is normal, but too much can make you more prone to outbreaks.
By reducing excess oil generation and providing a few additional benefits, face serums improve the effectiveness of your skin care regimen.
To give you the shine you can feel good about, we've compiled this list of the top 5 face serums for oily skin
Best Face Serums for Oily Skin from Deconstruct
One suitable skin serum is all it takes to keep acne breakouts at bay and have a glow you can proudly flaunt!
Most skin problems are triggered by unhealthy lifestyle habits, makeup buildup, or underlying issues and thus, cannot be tackled overnight. Our face serums are a result of intensive formulations that deliver actual results. Moreover, we not only mention the ‘science and research’ behind our ingredients, we also mention their proportion on our packs so that you know exactly what you are putting on your skin!
Face serums by Deconstruct get deep within the skin to give you a healthy and glowing skin.
Some of the best face serums by Deconstruct are:
- Pore Control Serum - 2% Salicylic Acid + 3% Niacinamide
- Breakout Control Serum - 3.3% Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate (Azelaic Acid Derivative)
- Beginners Exfoliating Serum - 5% Lactic Acid + 1.5% Probiotic
- Breakout Control D.S. Serum - 5% Succinic Acid + 8% PAD (Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate)
- Exfoliating Serum - 18% AHA + 2% BHA (Salicylic Acid)
1. Pore Control Serum - 2% Salicylic Acid + 3% Niacinamide
This unique and effective combination of salicylic acid serum with niacinamide works wonderfully to treat blackheads, whiteheads, and pores. It effectively removes debris, sebum, and dead skin cells from pores while reducing the amount of oil the skin might produce in the future.
This lightweight, liquid face serum absorbs quickly into the skin to exfoliate the deeper layers.
This face serum works best for skin issues such as-
- Enlarged pores
- Acne
- Blackheads
- Whiteheads
This pore-minimizing face serum is most suitable for those who have
- Oily skin
- Normal skin, or
- A combination of both.
However, due to the presence of salicylic acid (a Beta Hydroxy Acid that exfoliates and removes excess oil and dirt from the skin), it benefits oily skin the most.
Key ingredients-
- Niacinamide: A water-soluble antioxidant derived from Vitamin B3, it reduces the formation of sebum and lessens skin oiliness when applied in small concentrations.
- Salicylic Acid/BHA: This Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA) deeply exfoliates the pores to eliminate residue, oil, and dead skin cells.
- Sophorolipid: An effective antibacterial, it suppresses the development of a range of clinically relevant organisms.
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract: A potent antioxidant as well as an excellent astringent. It contains calming and hydrating qualities that ease skin irritability and lessen redness.
- Glycerin: A humectant that draws moisture from the air and locks it in the skin, hydrating it for hours and assisting in skin barrier healing.
Size: 30 ml
2. Breakout Control Serum - 3.3% Potassium Azeloyl Diglycenate (Azelaic Acid Derivative)
When used regularly, this acne control serum helps reduce skin outbreaks, blotches, and acne scars. This breakout control serum, even at lower concentrations, works better than pure azelaic acid and azelaic acid cream, thanks to potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, a superior compound of azelaic acid.
The supplementary probiotic lactococcus ferment lysate maintains the skin barrier system and the normal skin microbial flora. Since it is a water-based formulation, it is suitable for all skin types, including dry skin with acne and oily skin.
This face serum works best for skin issues such as-
- Acne
- Blemishes
- Acne-marks
This acne treatment face serum works well for those who have
- Acne-prone skin
- Oily skin
- Dry and sensitive skin, or
- A combination of any of these
The presence of azelaic acid and glycine combined in 3.3% Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate reduces sebum production without drying out the skin and, making this face serum more suitable for oily skin.
Key ingredients-
- Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate: It is a water-soluble compound that treats acne while controlling the amount of sebum produced by the skin to prevent dryness.
- Lactococcus Ferment Lysate: This antibiotic helps preserve the skin's natural microbial flora and, therefore, the skin barrier function.
- Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, and Xylitol: Improve water reserves by raising hyaluronic acid and natural moisturizing factors while strengthening the barrier function.
- Azardica Indica (Neem) extract: It has antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging effects.
Size: 30 ml
3. Beginners Exfoliating Serum - 5% Lactic Acid + 1.5% Probiotic
The combination of lactic acid and probiotics found in lactic acid exfoliation serum improves the skin barrier while enhancing skin tone, texture, and shine. Hyaluronic Acid added to the formula deeply hydrates the skin. This combination of exfoliation and hydration effectively exfoliates the top layer of skin while moisturizing it. People with dry and sensitive skin benefit significantly from the smaller concentration of probiotics and AHA.
This face serum works best for skin issues such as-
- Uneven skin tone
- Oil control
- Dullness
This beginner exfoliating face serum works well for those who have
- Acne-prone skin
- Oily skin, or
- Dry and sensitive skin
Due to its exfoliating properties, this serum works wonders on oily skin by unclogging pores and preventing pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads from occurring.
Key ingredients-
- Lactic acid: A mild chemical peeling exfoliator that is great for dry and sensitive skin. It may also be used on the face to lessen age spots, dark marks, and hyperpigmentation.
- Probiotic Lactococcus Ferment Lysate: This substance promotes the normal microbial flora of the skin and, consequently, the skin barrier system.
- Palmaria Palmata: It is a plant-based seaweed that acts as a natural moisturizer and softens the skin.
- Betaine: It is a mild moisturizing ingredient obtained from plants that soothe skin.
Size: 30 ml
4. Breakout Control D.S. Serum - 5% Succinic Acid + 8% PAD (Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate)
A never-before-seen combination of Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate and Succinic Acid has twice the potential to prevent and manage acne problems. Azelaic acid derivative potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate possesses anti-inflammatory, clarifying, and sebum-controlling qualities.
Additionally, it benefits in fading acne scars and improving skin texture. Succinic acid helps to manage the type of bacteria that leads to acne breakouts and has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant qualities.
This face serum works best for skin issues such as-
- Acne
- Acne marks
- Blemishes
- Inflammation
- Oiliness
The breakout control face serum with succinic acid works well for those who have
- Acne-prone skin
- Oily skin, or
- A combination of both.
The presence of Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate makes it one of the best face serums for oily skin, as this water-soluble ingredient controls sebum production while treating acne without drying out the skin.
Key ingredients-
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Potassium azeloyl diglycinate: It is known to soothe sensitive skin conditions, including reducing redness and improves uneven skin tone. This active ingredient also helps with issues related to excessive oiliness in skin.
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Succinic Acid: An antioxidant and antimicrobial that aids in reducing acne-causing bacteria.
- Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract and Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract: These plant extracts promote collagen synthesis and help in healing and soothing the skin.
- Betaine: It is a mild hydrating substance obtained from plants and maintains skin moisture.
- Magnesium Aspartate, Sodium Cocyl Amino acids, and Potassium Aspartate: These are amino acids in the salt form that restore and condition the skin.
- Sarcosine: It is an amino acid with skin-conditioning, oil-controlling, and penetration-improving properties.
Size: 30 ml
5. Exfoliating Serum - 18% AHA + 2% BHA (Salicylic Acid)
Salicylic acid, a well-known compound for treating acne, clogged pores, and removing the outermost layer of the skin, is a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA). This face serum for oily skin contains propylene glycol to keep the skin hydrated, nourished, and less irritated.
The salicylic acid face serum by Deconstruct not only cures breakouts that already exist but also actively addresses blackheads and whiteheads to prevent them from returning to your skin surface again.
This face serum works best for skin issues such as-
- Uneven skin tone
- Oiliness
- Blackheads
- Whiteheads
This exfoliating face serum with salicylic acid works well for those who have
- Oily skin
- Normal skin, or
- A combination of both.
However, as an oil-soluble compound, salicylic acid seeps under the skin to remove excess oil and downsize oiliness, making this the best face serum for oily skin.
Key ingredients-
- Salicylic acid: It breaks down fatty compounds on the surface of the skin, such as the skin's natural oils or sebum. Adding salicylic acid to your skincare routine can help to clear out excess oil, acne and reduce sebum levels.
- Glycolic acid: Glycolic acid is a powerful component for oily skin, especially if you frequently break out. Washes, lotions, and creams containing glycolic acid are beneficial for excess sebum because they assist in removing excessive oil and stop pore clogging, which causes acne.
- Lactic Acid: Lactic acid helps in the immediate exfoliation of the epidermis skin layers and is an excellent moisturizer.
- Tartaric Acid: It is an exfoliator and an antioxidant. When broken down, it resembles the skin's natural ceramides.
- Malic Acid: It functions as a mild exfoliator to enhance the skin's texture and encourage cell renewal.
Benefits of Face Serum for Oily Skin
- Minimizes skin pores
- Even tones the skin
- Improves skin texture
- Softens the skin
- Diminishes fine lines and wrinkles
- Unclogs pores
Why Trust Deconstruct?
Many grooming brands disguise their products behind the deceptive label of "organic and natural."
The truth is they aren't!
Active ingredients in our products have undergone comprehensive testing for efficacy and safety. We not only mention the ‘science and research’ behind our ingredients, we also mention their proportion on our packs.
Products by Deconstruct are cruelty-free, paraben-free, and clinically tested to suit different skin types.
1. Can I use face serum every day if I have oily skin?
Face serums are highly beneficial for oily skin; you can incorporate these into your daily skincare regimen. We recommend you do a patch test first or use it under your dermatologist’s prescription.
2. At what age should we use a face serum?
The best time to start using face serums is between 20 and 30. This is the age when the ageing begins to show its effects and the skin goes through multiple changes due to external factors such as dust, pollution, sun, etc.
3. Would a serum or a moisturizer be best for oily skin?
Hyaluronic acid serums are refreshing and are suitable for oily skin since they leave a little emollient residue.
4. Which is the best serum for oily acne-prone skin?
Deconstruct has carefully developed face serums using clinically tested formulas that are best suited for oily acne-prone skin.
For best results you can try-
- Pore Control Serum – 2% Salicylic Acid + 3% Niacinamide
- Breakout Control Serum – 3.3% Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate (Azelaic Acid Derivative)
- Breakout Control D.S. Serum – 5% Succinic Acid + 8% PAD (Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate).
5. Which serum is best for oily skin and for brightening skin?
Deconstruct has developed the best face serums by combining extensively evaluated formulae for oily skin, giving your skin a glowing and brightened look.
You can get your hands on Exfoliating Serum – 18% AHA + 2% BHA (Salicylic Acid) and Beginners Exfoliating Serum – 5% Lactic Acid + 1.5% Probiotic!
6. Do face serums really work?
Due to the high concentration of antioxidants and active compounds like retinol, Vitamin C, and resveratrol in face serums, they are great at preventing age-related damage to the skin like fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots and offer you skin that is radiant and healthy-looking.
