Oily Face Problem Controlled with Blotting Papers

Dear Dr. Dave and Dr. Dee,

I have a really bad oily forehead and nose and constantly use pressed powder to take away the shine. When the powder builds up and I wipe off the excess powder then that wipes off my foundation, so that I have to reapply my makeup. For oily skin like mine, is there anything that I can do to get rid of the shine and not have to repeatedly touch up?

Signed,

Oily

Dear Oily,

There are face blotting tissues that are designed to remove excess oil from skin while keeping makeup in tact. Blotting sheets are gently pressed onto areas of the face where needed such as the T-zone (forehead, nose, chin) to absorb the excess oil.

In addition, to help control an oily complexion, drink plenty of water throughout the day, and use oil free moisturizer and makeup. If a shiny oily complexion is still a problem even after using blotting papers, then read the letter on long lasting oil absorbing pressed powders and matte face primers.

Generally high positive ratings were given to oil blotting papers listed below by consumers at MakeupAlley.com or Sephora.com. Products given an average overall ratings of at least 4.2 by 7 or more reviewers are listed below.

Top Rated Oil Blotting Papers (in order from approximate price, low to high per sheet):

1. Za Oil Blotter Oil Blotting Paper (60 sheets for $2)

2. Paul & Joe Blotting Papers (100 sheets for $4)

3. Skin Alison Raffaele Oil Blotting Tissues (100 sheets for $9)

4. Palladio rice powder blotting papers (40 sheets for $4)

5. Boscia Fresh Blotting Linens (100 sheets for $10)

6. Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets (50 sheets for $5)

7. Neutrogena Shine-Control Blotting Sheets (60 sheets for $7)

8. Victoria's Secret Beauty Rush Oil-Blotting Sheets (50 sheets for $7.50)

9. Shiseido Pureness Oil-Control Blotting Paper (100 sheets for $16.50)

10. Sephora Matte Blotting Film (50 sheets for $10)

To read the reviews, go to www.makeupalley.com and www.sephora.com