Control shine, clarify skin.

The perfect care routine for oily skin

Reduce excess sebum, refine your complexion and bring your skin back into balance – with light, clarifying textures.

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Care Guide: Balancing Oily Men's Skin

A shiny forehead, an oily T-zone, clogged pores – oily skin affects many men, especially on their faces. The excessive sebum film quickly makes the skin look unkempt, promotes blemishes, and reduces the absorption of skincare ingredients. But oily skin isn't a disadvantage – it usually ages more slowly as long as it's treated properly.

What's crucial is a skincare regimen that clarifies, regulates, and protects at the same time – without drying out the skin. Overly aggressive products only promote excess sebum.

  • Constantly shiny skin areas (especially forehead, nose, chin)
  • Large, visible pores
  • Frequent blemishes, blackheads or underlayers
  • Make-up, sunscreen or creams “slide” off quickly
    Feeling of “greasy” skin just a few hours after washing
  • Overproduction of sebum due to genetic predisposition
  • Hormonal fluctuations (testosterone)
  • Incorrect care products (e.g. occlusive creams, oils)
  • High glycemic index in the diet
  • Stress, smoking, lack of sleep



A study in the British Journal of Dermatology (2005) shows that men produce on average 2-3 times more sebum than women – the sebum level is directly controlled by hormones, but can be positively influenced by external care.


Matte. Clear. Controlled. The daily routine against shine and imperfections

Effect:

The pH-neutral cleansing foam removes excess sebum without drying out the skin. Aloe vera soothes, and a glycine base protects the lipid film.

Application: Apply to a damp face twice a day, massage in briefly and remove with water.

1. Deep cleansing – deep into the pores, but mild

 
Bergamond & BirchCLARITÉ No. 18 – Foaming Facial WashFoam Face Cleanser
pH-neutral – clarifying, gentle, effective.

2. Oil-regulating serum with clarifying effect

 
Bergamond & BirchBoosterLab No. 1337 – Peptide Firming SerumPeptide Serum
Biomimetic peptides – strengthen, firm, soothe.

Active ingredients:

Contains ginkgo extract , niacinamide and plant antioxidants – has anti-inflammatory, astringent and mattifying effects.

Application: Apply to the T-zone or the entire face in the morning after cleansing.

Advantage:

A gel-cream with hyaluronic acid , free from occlusive oils. Moisturizes without shine. Ideal under sunscreen or as a standalone daily moisturizer.

Application: Apply in the morning after serum.

3. Light day care – non-greasy

 
HYDRATÉ No. 23 Anti-Age Creme für Männer – 50ml Pumpspender mit navy Packaging, tägliche Pflege.
Hyaluronic acid + shea + enzymes – light, non-greasy care

4. Targeted night care – regenerating & regulating

 
Bergamond & BirchAurora Veil – Nordic Glow Scrub
AHA + Silica + Berry extracts – precise, controlled exfoliation

Why it works:

Why Aurora Veil is a game changer for oily skin

With salicylic acid, zinc & tea tree oil – clears clogged pores, has an antibacterial & sebum-regulating effect.

Application: Apply to cleansed skin in a targeted or extensive manner – especially at night.

Reduce sugar & white flour

lower the glycemic index – scientifically linked to sebum production ( Smith et al., 2007 )

Zinc & Niacin (Vitamin B3)

regulate sebum & inflammation

Regular sleep & less stress

reduce the stress hormone cortisol

Avoid comedogenic products

e.g. E.g. coconut oil, lanolin, mineral oils

sport

improves microcirculation and reduces oxidative stress

Smooth skin. Less shine. More control.

 
HYDRATÉ No. 23 Anti-Age Creme für Männer – 50ml Pumpspender mit navy Packaging, tägliche Pflege.
 
Bergamond & BirchRegenesis No. 36 – Night Repair CreamCollagen Night Cream
 
Bergamond & BirchCLARITÉ No. 18 – Foaming Facial WashFoam Face Cleanser
 
Bergamond & BirchClarité No. 19 – Vitamin C Glow Serum