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How can you determine if you have oily skin or if it's just temporarily oily due to external factors like humidity or sweat?

It can sometimes be difficult to determine whether your skin is naturally oily or if it's just temporarily oily due to external factors like humidity or sweat. Here are some factors that can help you differentiate between the two:

  • Consistency: If you notice that your skin is consistently oily, even in cool or dry conditions, then it's more likely that you have naturally oily skin. On the other hand, if your skin only becomes oily in certain conditions, such as on hot and humid days, then it may be due to external factors.
  • Severity: If your skin is extremely oily, with visible shine and large pores, then it's more likely that you have naturally oily skin. On the other hand, if your skin is only slightly oily and you don't have any other symptoms of oily skin, then it may be due to external factors.
  • Other symptoms: If you experience other symptoms of oily skin, such as frequent breakouts, blackheads, or enlarged pores, then it's more likely that you have naturally oily skin. On the other hand, if you don't have these symptoms, then it may be due to external factors.

If you're still unsure whether your skin is naturally oily or if it's just temporarily oily due to external factors, you can try using oil-absorbing sheets or blotting papers to remove excess oil from your skin. If you find that you need to use these products frequently, then it's more likely that you have naturally oily skin.

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