Introduction

Oily body skin can come with its own challenges like acne, excess sebum production, dehydrated skin even though it’s oily. Finding the right products can add to the challenge, especially when the mass produced personal care items like shower gels are marred with synthetic ingredients that can further irritate the skin.

Cold process soap, with its natural ingredients, gentle formulation and non-drying formula, plus hero ingredients like clay, activated charcoal and essential oils are the right choice for any skin type, especially the acne-prone oily skin. Handmade soaps, like Coral and Sky’s, are gentle, chemical-free, and enriched with natural ingredients that help control excess oil.

Why Oily Skin Needs Special Care

Excess oil & breakouts: Overproduction of sebum can clog pores.
Harsh soaps make it worse: Many store-bought soaps strip natural oils, leading to more oil production as skin compensates.
Sweat & odour: Excess oils trap sweat and lead to body odour.
Body acne: Backne and chest acne is caused when the oil mixes with dead skin and clogged pores causing frequent breakouts and fungal acne.
Balance is key: Handmade soaps with the right ingredients help regulate oil without over-drying.

Why Choose Handmade Soap for Oily Skin - Benefits of Using Handmade Soap for Oily Skin?

Free from Harsh Chemicals: No sulfates, parabens, or synthetic detergents that strip skin’s natural moisture.
Gentle & Non-Comedogenic: Won’t clog pores or cause breakouts as they are made with recipes that are gentle to skin and creates high quality ingredeints
Balances Sebum Production: Made with ingredients that regulate oil while keeping skin hydrated.
Rich in Natural Extracts: Infused with essential oils, clay, and herbs that cleanse and purify skin.

Best Ingredients in Handmade Soap for Oily Skin

Activated Charcoal: Deep-cleans pores, removes impurities, and controls acne. Check our Full Moon Soap, soothing and amazing for oily skin. It contains activated charcoal that absorbs impurities from the skin, lemongrass which is a natural astringent that tightens pores and reduces oiliness. Hemp oil with omega fatty acids, hydrates the skin without the clogging of pores and lavender essential oil takes care of inflammation and enhances the skin texture. A must try for all the oily skin girlies!

Full Moon Night - Calming Essential Oil Cold Process Soap With Activated Charcoal - Pack of 2

Tea Tree Oil: Fights acne-causing bacteria and reduces inflammation. Our Menthol and Mud Soap is formulated with peppermint, tea tree and eucalyptus essential oils, contains marine glacial clay and chocolate clay for an amazing shower that leaves your skin non-sticky without dehydrating the skin and controls excess sebum, detoxifies skin. Tea tree is a powerful antibacterial that helps unclog the pores, and fights acne. Eucalyptus essential oil prevents breakouts and reduces inflammation. The clays detoxify skin and reduce bumps and refine the skin texture. Peppermint refreshes the skin & prevents odours. All in all a great option for oily skin!

Menthol & Mud - Peppermint, Tea Tree, Cold Process Soap - Pack of 2

Clay (Pink clay/Bentonite/Multani Mitti): Absorbs excess oil and detoxifies skin. We recommend trying Sepia & Blush if you are looking for a soap with clays. This soap with pink clay gently absorbs excess oil, calamine soothes the skin and gently control excess sebum and breakouts. Patchouli essential oil is antifungal and antibacterial, preventing skin acne and breakouts. Neroli is a natural astringent and madder root powder is brightening. And this soap smells amazing and makes your skin feel so good with its luxurious feel and creamy texture.

Sepia & Blush - Rose & Neroli Cold Process Soap - Pack of 2

Saffron & Turmeric: Antibacterial, reduces acne and skin irritation. We recently launched our Golden Glow soap with turmeric and saffron infusion for those who want to use the best Indian ingredients that are time tested and always work! Both are super ingredients that control oil and detoxify the skin, are super gentle on the skin yet brightening and makes your skin feel super soft. They also prevent breakouts, we all have used turmeric on acne breakouts on our face. And Coral and Sky brings you these power ingredients with luxurious oils and butters and amazing creaminess for your body.

Golden Glow – Kesar Turmeric Infused Cold Process Soap with Essential Oils - Set of 2

How to Use Handmade Soap for Oily Skin Effectively

Step 1: Wet your face/body with lukewarm water to open pores.

Step 2: Lather the soap in your hands and apply it gently in circular motions.

Step 3: Focus on oil-prone areas like the T-zone, back, and shoulders.

Step 4: Rinse thoroughly with cool water to close pores.

Step 5: Pat dry and follow up with a lightweight moisturizer.

Pro Tip: Use twice daily for best results, but avoid over-washing to prevent excess sebum production.

Why Coral and Sky’s Handmade Soaps Are Perfect for Oily Skin

Crafted with Natural Ingredients: Infused with charcoal, tea tree, clays, and essential oils to purify and refresh the skin.
No Harsh Additives: Free from SLS, parabens, and artificial fragrances.
Gentle Yet Effective: Cleanses deeply without over-drying.
Handmade in Small Batches: Ensures premium quality and freshness.
Eco-Friendly & Cruelty-Free: Good for your skin and the planet.

Healthy, oil-free skin starts with the right soap. We neglect our body skin and keep buying expensive facial ingredients but it is so important to take care of your body, especially if you have oily skin. Handmade soaps with natural ingredients offer deep cleansing without stripping moisture and does not dry out your skin like regular products in our shower. In addition they contain rich super ingredients that help detoxify skin and reduce the damage.

Experience the best for your skin with Coral and Sky’s Handmade Soaps for oily skin.

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FAQs on Handmade Soap for Oily Skin

Q: Why is my skin oily, and how can I control excess oil?

Ans - Oily skin can be due to several reasons - starting from genetics, to using harsh chemicals, or not eating healthy, due to hormonal imbalance or due to hot and humid weather.

Q: Are handmade soaps better for oily skin than commercial soaps?

Ans - Resounding yes! Cold process soaps are way better as they contain natural ingredients and have gentle formulations. Always check the ingredients before you make the purchase - oily skin needs special care and special ingredients like turmeric, activated charcoal, clay, calamine and essential oils can be really good for your skin health.

Q: Can I use handmade soap daily on my face?

Ans - Yes, these are gentle formulations and the soaps can be used on face too!

Q: How long does it take to see results when using handmade soap for oily skin?

Ans - Results do not happen overnight, but you will see the difference in each wash. Oily skin needs special care, and the first step of many is using the right gentle cold process soap.

Q: Can handmade soaps help balance skin pH?

Ans - Yes, handmade soaps help balance skin pH.

Q: Are Coral and Sky’s handmade soaps suitable for oily and sensitive skin?

Ans - Yes! Especially our soap with activated charcoal, pink clay, marine clay and tea tree oil & turmeric and saffron are great choices for oily and sensitive skin. As each skin is different, always patch test and see if the ingredients do not cause irritation, although highly unlikely that it would happen as we formulate our soaps with utmost care and love.