A balancing act: The right routine for oily skin

Managing oily skin is not about stripping away natural oils; it is about regulating them. Many harsh products dry the skin out, signalling it to produce even more sebum to compensate. At al.ive skin, our philosophy is different. We believe the best skin care for oil skin works with your barrier, not against it, delivering lightweight hydration that signals to the skin that it is balanced and protected.

Our collection offers a complete, streamlined system. By using biomimetic ingredients like Jojoba Esters, which mimic the skin's natural oils, we help to modulate oil production naturally, leaving your complexion fresh, clear and matte, but never dry.

The search for the best face cleansers for oily skin

The foundation of a balanced complexion is a cleanser that purifies without "squeaking." The First in Line, Silky Gel Cleanser is an award-winning formula, recently recognised with a Bronze Clean & Conscious Award for Best Cleanser for Oily Skin. It stands out because of what it doesn't do: it doesn't strip the barrier.

Enriched with Australian River Mint and Glycerin, it dissolves excess sebum and impurities while locking moisture back in . This prevents the "rebound effect" of excess oil production often caused by harsh foaming agents. For congestion and texture often associated with oily types, our Always Refined, Exfoliating Essence uses Lactic Acid to gently unclog pores and refine the surface.

Light Burst: The ultimate moisturiser for oily skin

One of the biggest myths in skincare is that oily skin doesn't need moisture. In fact, dehydration often causes oiliness. Our Light Burst, Hydrating Gel Cream is the expertly formulated moisturiser for oily skin. Its unique gel-cream texture delivers a "burst" of hydration using Hyaluronic Acid and Wild Rosella, absorbing instantly without leaving a heavy or greasy residue .

It provides the necessary hydration to plump the skin and maintain elasticity, while its lightweight finish makes it the perfect base for makeup, ensuring you stay fresh-faced, not shiny, throughout the day.