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For oily skin in summer, a gel face wash twice a day, a light gel moisturiser, a matte SPF 50 sunscreen, and a midday blot, rinse and sunscreen top-up are enough. Washing five times a day, alcohol toners and skipping moisturiser all make oiliness worse.
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For oily skin in summer, four steps are enough:
- Face wash, twice a day: CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser, or with acne, The Derma Co 2% Salicylic Acid Gel Face Wash.
- A light gel moisturiser: Deconstruct Oil-Free Moisturizer, or on a budget, Pond’s Hydra Miracle Light Moisturiser.
- A matte SPF 50 sunscreen: WishCare Niacinamide Oil Balance Fluid SPF50 or Dot & Key Cica Calming Mattifying SPF50+.
- At midday: blot with a tissue, rinse with water, reapply sunscreen.
What not to do: face wash five times a day, alcohol toners, skipping moisturiser.
Why your face gets so oily in summer
From April to September, Bangladesh is both hot and humid. Oil glands are thought to become more active as temperatures rise, and sweat mixed with oil makes the face look even shinier. In humid air, sweat does not evaporate; it sits on the skin. Then Dhaka’s dust settles on that oil and sweat and clogs pores, which is why acne and blackheads increase in summer.
Standing at a bus stop at 9 am, a midday rickshaw ride for work, the fan off during load-shedding: by evening your face is an oil slick. But the fix is not stripping every trace of oil. Oil is part of the skin’s natural protection. The job is to manage the excess and keep pores clear.
Step 1: face wash, twice a day and no more
Once in the morning, once at night. Gel or light foaming face washes suit oily skin.
- Oil but little acne: CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser or Simple Kind to Skin Refreshing Facial Wash Gel.
- Oil plus acne and blackheads: a salicylic acid face wash. Start once a day at night; go to twice a day if your skin tolerates it.
- How: a pea-sized amount on a wet face, massage gently for 30 to 40 seconds, rinse with cool or room-temperature water. Not hot water.
If your face feels oily at midday, use water only, not face wash.
Step 2: a light gel moisturiser
This is the step oily skin skips most in summer, and that makes things worse. Face wash and sun reduce the skin’s water content; dehydrated skin feels tight and stings. A light gel moisturiser fills that gap without stickiness.
Use a pea-sized amount before sunscreen in the morning and again at night. On very humid days, a very thin morning layer is enough. For night options, see night creams for oily skin.
Step 3: a matte SPF 50 sunscreen
The biggest summer excuse for skipping sunscreen is "it feels greasy". The fix is changing the texture, not dropping sunscreen. Choose a fluid, gel or matte finish. Apply two finger-lengths to the face and neck, 10 to 15 minutes before you leave home. For more options, read which sunscreen is best in summer.
Step 4: the midday refresh (2 minutes)
- Blot with a tissue. Press, do not rub. Ordinary clean tissue works.
- Rinse with water if you can, and press dry.
- Reapply sunscreen, especially if you are going out in the afternoon. Over makeup, the Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick is convenient.
After these three steps, you need far less powder through the day.
Optional: niacinamide
If you want to add one thing, make it a niacinamide serum. It helps with oil control and makes pores look smaller. Start with a lower strength such as Lilac 5% Niacinamide Serum, 2 to 3 drops at night before moisturiser. Results take a few weeks.
Products for each step, compared
Prices are from our live catalogue as of 27 September 2026. The product page always shows the current price.
| Product | Step / best for | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser | Face wash, oily | 87 ml | ৳1,349 |
| The Derma Co 2% Salicylic Acid Gel Face Wash | Face wash, acne and blackheads | 100 ml | ৳849 |
| Simple Kind to Skin Refreshing Facial Wash Gel | Face wash, gentle | 150 ml | ৳749 |
| Deconstruct Oil-Free Moisturizer | Moisturiser, oil-free | 50 ml | ৳999 |
| Pond’s Hydra Miracle Light Moisturiser | Moisturiser, budget | 50 ml | ৳499 |
| Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel | Moisturiser, watery gel | 50 ml | ৳1,599 |
| WishCare Niacinamide Oil Balance Fluid SPF50 | Sunscreen, oil control | 50 g | ৳999 |
| Dot & Key Cica Calming Mattifying SPF50+ | Sunscreen, matte, acne-prone | 50 ml | ৳949 |
| Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch SPF 50+ | Sunscreen, all day outside | 80 ml | ৳1,499 |
Wearing makeup in summer
Makeup on oily skin melts quickly in the heat, whether for the office or an event. A few simple rules:
- Wait at least 5 minutes after sunscreen before makeup.
- A light layer instead of heavy foundation, and concealer only where needed.
- Powder only on the T-zone, very thinly.
- At midday, blot with a tissue first, then the sun stick, then powder.
- At night, remove makeup before your face wash; never sleep in it.
What not to do with oily skin in summer
- Face wash five times a day. Skin dries out and tightens, and many people end up feeling oilier later. Twice is enough.
- Alcohol toners or astringents. They feel "cool" and dry for a moment, but add irritation and dryness.
- Skipping moisturiser. Oil and water are different things.
- Powder on top of powder. Mixed with sweat and oil, it clogs pores. Blot first, then a very light dusting only if needed.
- Scrubbing hard. It does not reduce oil; it increases irritation and breakouts.
- Lemon, toothpaste or baking soda on the face. They irritate and leave marks.
- Wiping your face repeatedly with a sweaty handkerchief or gamcha. Press with clean tissue, and wash handkerchiefs daily.
Practical habits for Bangladeshi summers
- Drink water: you lose a lot through sweat. Dehydration makes you tired and skin look dull.
- Pillowcases: change weekly in summer.
- Wipe your phone: the screen collects oil and sweat all day and presses it onto your cheek.
- Prickly heat: for heat rash on the neck and back, wear loose cotton and bathe in cool water. See prickly heat care.
- Load-shedding nights: wash before bed and apply a very thin moisturiser so it does not turn sticky with sweat.
For the year-round routine, see the oily skin routine.
When to see a doctor
- Large, painful or pus-filled acne, or acne that leaves marks.
- Small, itchy, same-sized bumps on the forehead, chest or back. These may be fungal acne, which does not respond to regular acne products.
- No improvement after 2 to 3 months of consistent care.
In these cases, see a dermatologist rather than starting strong products or medicines yourself.
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Frequently asked questions
What should I do for oily skin in summer?
Keep it to four steps: a gel face wash twice a day, a light gel moisturiser, a matte SPF 50 sunscreen, and a midday refresh where you blot, rinse with water and reapply sunscreen. Avoid washing five times a day, alcohol toners and skipping moisturiser, which all tend to make oiliness and irritation worse.
Why does my skin get oilier when I wash it too often?
Washing too often strips water and some natural oil from the skin, leaving it tight, dehydrated and irritated. Many people then feel oilier later in the day. Washing twice daily with a gentle gel cleanser and using a light moisturiser usually keeps oil more balanced than frequent washing.
How can I control oil at midday without washing my face?
Press a clean tissue on the oily areas to lift oil without rubbing, rinse with plain water if possible, and pat dry. Then reapply sunscreen; a sun stick works well over makeup. Avoid layering powder repeatedly, because it mixes with sweat and oil and can clog pores.