Questions — Skincare by skin type
Best night skincare routine for oily skin.
At night, oily skin needs four steps: cleanse well (double cleanse if wearing SPF or makeup), use salicylic acid or retinol on alternate nights, add niacinamide, and finish with a light gel moisturiser. Never skip moisturiser.
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Written and reviewed by Beauty World Editorial · Last reviewed October 2026
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Routine
Step by step
1. Double cleanse
Cleansing balm or micellar water, then a gel cleanser.
2. Active
Salicylic acid 2–3 nights, retinol on others — not both on the same night at first.
3. Niacinamide
Helps control oil and pore look.
4. Gel moisturiser
Oil-free and non-comedogenic.
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Avoid
Common mistakes
Over-washing
Makes skin produce more oil.
Harsh scrubs
Irritate and inflame.
Skipping moisturiser
Dehydration can increase shine.
