Oiliness in your luteal phase
Oiliness is shine and excess oil, especially through the T-zone. In your luteal phase, progesterone rises and oil production climbs, so pores clog more easily and breakouts appear.
What to do
Balance oil with lightweight hydration instead of drying the skin out.
Ingredients that help
- niacinamide
- zinc
- salicylic acid
What to avoid
Avoid skipping moisturiser, which makes skin overproduce oil.
Sync your whole cycle, automatically
PhaseBloom builds your meals, workouts, and skincare around your exact cycle phase, day by day.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my oiliness worse in the luteal phase?
In your luteal phase, progesterone rises and oil production climbs, so pores clog more easily and breakouts appear, which can affect oiliness.
What ingredients help oiliness?
Look for niacinamide, zinc, salicylic acid.