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Skin types are defined in very precise terms: dry skin does not have enough moisture, oily skin has too much oil, and combination skin is a combination of oily and dry skin. Although sometimes it's not so easy to recognize which is which. For example, some people may have very dry skin while others may have normal dry skin.

Sensitive, oily skin is one of those "mixed" types of skin that are difficult to treat. Especially because they are neither one nor the other. Let's take a look as some things you can do to deal with this problem.

How to Treat Sensitive Oily Skin

As with normal oily skin, sensitive oily skin is also very prone to acne breakouts. However, sensitive oily skin can become easily irritated when using traditional acne products that contain retinols (vitamin A) or salicylic acid. Instead of using products that contain these ingredients, look for products that contain Vitamin B.

In fact, acne has been linked to Vitamin B deficiency for decades. Vitamin B2 deficiency leads to oilier skin, while Vitamin B5 deficiency produces coenzyme A deficiency which, in turn, leads to an increase in sebum production.

By incorporating meat products such as eggs and dairy into your diet, you can increase your Vitamin B intake. Flaxseed or flax oil are also rich in Vitamin B and a great incorporation to your daily intake.

You can also drink plenty of water to help keep sensitive oily skin under control. Lack of moisture causes imbalances in the levels of oil in your body and skin. Make a special note of this tip, because even slight dehydration can increase the production of sebum.

Skin Care Products for Sensitive Oily Skin

Sensitive facial skin can make it difficult to find a wide variety of products. So, once you've discovered a product that works for you, stick with it. Vitamin B and its derivatives are not the only ingredients you should be on the lookout for.

Gentle cleansers include products that contain tea tree oil. This ingredient is more gentle than benzoyl peroxide and known to help treat acne. If you are using this type of ingredient, make sure that you start slowly because it can cause slight irritation.

Moisturizers and sensitive skin lotions that contain oatmeal or aloe vera are a great way of treating sensitive oily skin. Both of these ingredients are soothing, but make sure that the product is water-based so that it will absorb quickly.

Another thing you should keep an eye on is the alcohol and filler content of your sensitive skin products. Stay away from products that contain alcohol in the first five ingredients. These products will inevitably dry out and irritate your skin.

Basically, any sensitive skin treatments can work for sensitive oily skin. Just make sure to find a product that can treat sebum production and acne as well.

BIOSKIREVITALIZER is a gentle, natural product that is ideal for sensitive skin care. It also helps promote DNA repair and helps you deal with age spots on mature and sensitive skin. If your skin is sensitive and oily, then try using this product in combination with BIOSKINCLEAR.