All of this makes you more susceptible to breakouts, and your oily skin can become acne-prone real quick.

Below, four ingredients to steer clear of.

Benzoyl Peroxide

Benzoyl peroxideis an ingredient most commonly used to treat acne and breakouts because of its drying properties.

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Overproducing oils that are not healthy for the skin, she explains.

Many of my women patients break out from argan haircare, Dr. Ciraldo explains.

Alcohol

Certaintonersandcleansershave alcohol in them which Dr. Nazarian says can strip the natural hydration from the skin.

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board-certified dermatologist and founder of Dr. Loretta Skincare

If you have naturally oily skin, opt for alcohol-free products to help your skin regulate oil production.

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Black hair woman wearing a grey and white bra giving herself a deep cleansing session with a face brush and Gatineau skincare face wash lotion, after her shower. Studio skincare portrait over isolated background.

board-certified dermatologist and founder of Dr. Loretta Skincare

A curvy woman applying cleansing balms and smiling to her reflection in the mirror.

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