CBD Skincare
CBD for oily skin – balance instead of dehydration
Drying out oily skin only makes it oilier. Sounds backwards, but that's exactly what happens. CBD offers a smarter approach – teaching your skin to produce the right amount of oil.
Why does skin get oily?
Oily skin produces more sebum than it needs. The sebaceous glands – controlled by hormones, genetics, and external factors – go into overdrive. The result is shiny skin, clogged pores, and often a feeling of never being able to wash clean enough.
Ironically, most conventional products for oily skin make things worse. Alcohol-based toners and sulfate-heavy cleansers strip the skin of all oil, triggering the glands to compensate with even more production. It's a vicious cycle the skincare industry happily perpetuates – it sells more products.
Hormones play a major role, especially androgens like testosterone. But stress (cortisol), diet (high glycemic index), and excessive cleansing also drive oil production. The solution isn't removing oil – it actually protects the skin – but helping the skin produce just the right amount.
Lifestyle tips for oily skin
Stop stripping your skin
Switch aggressive cleansers for gentle alternatives. A mild cleanser that doesn't strip the skin signals to sebaceous glands that they can calm down.
Eat low GI foods
Foods with high glycemic index drive insulin production which in turn increases oil production. Choose whole grains, legumes, and vegetables instead of white bread and sweets.
Don't over-wash
Twice a day is enough. Every extra wash triggers the sebaceous glands. If skin feels shiny midday, use a soft blotting paper instead.
Exercise regularly
Physical activity improves circulation and helps the body regulate hormones, including those that affect oil production. Wash your face after working out, nothing more.
How CBD helps with oily skin
The endocannabinoid system directly regulates oil production via CB2 receptors in the sebaceous glands. CBD has sebostatic properties – it normalizes sebum production without pushing it to either extreme. Your skin gets to produce exactly the amount of oil it needs.
Studies show CBD also reduces the inflammatory component that often accompanies excessive oil production, which reduces the risk of clogged pores and breakouts. It's balance, not control.
The DUO-kit with The ONE (10% CBD) and I LOVE (10% CBD + 5% CBG) provides the perfect foundation. Yes, oil on oily skin – it works. CBD oil signals to the glands that there are enough lipids already. Au Naturel Makeup Remover deep-cleans with MCT oil without disrupting the barrier. Fungtastic Mushroom Extract supports hormonal balance from within.
Products we recommend
Save €34DUO kit
Two face oils, one for morning and one for evening. Simple skincare that works with your skin, not against it.
Au Naturel Makeup Remover
A cleansing oil with MCT and CBD that removes makeup and buildup without stripping your skin bare.
Fungtastic Mushroom Extract
Four mushrooms in one formula to support immunity, focus, energy and sleep from within.
Frequently asked questions
Oil on oily skin – isn't that backwards?
Quite the opposite. The right type of oil signals to sebaceous glands that skin already has enough lipids, which slows overproduction. CBD oil is lightweight, non-comedogenic, and absorbs quickly.
Will I get shinier?
No, most people experience the opposite. When skin stops compensating, the shine decreases and skin feels more balanced. Give it 2–3 weeks for a fair assessment.
Can CBD help with enlarged pores?
Indirectly, yes. Large pores are often caused by excessive oil production. As CBD helps skin balance sebum, pores may appear smaller over time.
Do the products work under makeup?
Yes, the CBD oils absorb quickly and create a great base. Wait a minute after application before applying makeup. Skin should feel soft, not oily.
Sources
- Bíró T, Tóth BI, Haskó G, Paus R, Pacher P. The endocannabinoid system of the skin in health and disease. Trends Pharmacol Sci 2009;30(8):411–420.
- Oláh A, Tóth BI, Borbíró I, et al. Cannabidiol exerts sebostatic and antiinflammatory effects on human sebocytes. J Clin Invest 2014;124(9):3713–3724.
- Tóth KF, Ádám D, Bíró T, Oláh A. Cannabinoid signaling in the skin: therapeutic potential of the c(ut)annabinoid system. Molecules 2019;24(5):918.
Article reviewed by Christopher Genberg, founder of 1753 SKINCARE.
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