The Ultimate Blotting Papers for Your Oily Skin

by Srijoni Sircar · November 2, 2018

When you have oily skin, it is a struggle to keep it shine-free throughout the day. If you want your skin to look matte and fresh even at the end of a long day, blotting papers are a must-have for you. Blotting papers or sheets are thin sheets that are made out of absorbent materials; they can have rice, flax seed or cotton in them! These ingredients absorb all of the excess sebum or oil from your skin which is excreted throughout the day, to leave your skin looking soft and clean. If you are a fan of make-up, but still like to keep your skin clear you will be glad to know that these sheets will not disturb you make-up at all! You can use it on certain parts of your skin to make sure that the high points of your face stay dewy while the other parts look shine-free.

These blotting papers for oily skin will change the game!

If you have never tried blotting papers before, or want to try out a few new brands, then this list will help you pick a few out.

Best Blotting Papers for Oily Skin

Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets

These pocket-friendly blotting paper are proven to be extremely oil absorbent. Even with a single sheet, you could pat all of the oil from your face away! The best part about these blotting sheets is that unlike many others, this one does not leave any residue such as powder behind, thus, leaving your face feeling fresh and your makeup looking as flawless as ever!

DHC Blotting paper

DHC is a J-beauty or Japan beauty company that makes the use of hemp to make blotting sheets that are completely natural. You can use them on your face at any time of the day, and they will absorb all of the shine from your face like a sponge! They are thin, and thus you can use them comfortably and do not have any powder on them to leave your makeup untouched.

ELF Shine Eraser Oil Blotting Sheets

Another option for those on a budget is the ELF Shine eraser. These sheets are thin, but don’t worry they pack a punch! When you use these sheets to blot your face, you will not need any touch up for hours! You can always stock up on these, without making a dent in your wallet.

Boscia Black Charcoal Blotting Linens

Boscia is known for their blotting papers; hence, they have a wide range of options. This particular formula from Boscia not only helps you ensure that your makeup stays fresh throughout the day, but it also has a refreshing black Charcoal scent to it. These sheets are made from 100% natural ingredients, and the company has earned a “clean” seal to its name by Sephora for not using any chemicals in their sheets.

Boscia Green Tea Blotting Linens

This blotting paper can not only soak up all of the oiliness from your face but also enrich it with the goodness of green tea! The green tea extracts present in the sheets help soothe your face, while its absorbent quality keeps you shine free and protects your skin from dirt and dust. The best part is that your skin feels refreshed while your makeup still stays in place!

Palladio Rice Paper Tissue

For some, simply blotting their face does not help, they want to ensure that everything stays in place the way it should. The solution for them is the Palladio Rice Paper; one side is an absorbent sheet, while the other has powder on it. When you want to lock everything in, press the powdered side on the places you get oily, like your t-zone, after you have blotted your face. The powdered side of your face also helps you in case you have accidentally disturbed your foundation during the blotting process, simply pat the powder and watch the magic happen. These sheets are a make-up refreshing kit for when you are on the go!

Tatcha Aburatorigami Japanese Blotting Papers

Do you consider yourself to be extra? Then why fall short when it comes to blotting papers? These blotting papers don’t just keep the shine away, but ad a beautiful glow to your skin with the help of the god flakes embedded in them. Whether you are looking to treat yourself, or want to your face to be decked in gold, there is no reason to pass up on these!

Sephora Collection Blotting Papers

The Sephora Collections gives you the gift of choice when it comes to blotting papers. Whatever your skin concern may be Sephora has got you covered with its varieties such as Calming Clay, Natural Vitamin C and E, Mattifying, Calming Natural Tea Tree, Salicylic Acid and Natural Lavender. The sheets are also perfumed with fragrant scents which makes you feel pampered whenever you use them!

Fenty Beauty Invisimatte Blotting Paper

The first reason that you should buy these blotting papers is that they are from Rihanna. These sheets help you stay shine-free while helping your makeup stay put. The packaging of these blotting sheets is unique in the sense that it not only looks good but is quite practical as well. The sheets come in a lipstick-sized tube with a mirror attached to it. Once you roll the paper out, you can tear off the required amount and watch it work its magic on the handy mirror. This product takes ‘handy’ to a whole new level.

Too Cool for School Dinoplatz Dear Brachiosaurus Blotting Papers

Not just pocket-friendly, these blotting sheets look cute on your vanity as well. These sheets are pretty effective in keeping your face look grease-y. You can pick from different varieties such as mulberry, green tea or charcoal to provide your skin with some additional benefits. Thus you can not only keep the shine away but nourish your skin at the same time.

NYX Blemish and Oil Control Blotting Paper

If you want to keep your skin oil free, but also want to avoid stripping it off valuable nutrients then these sheets are for you. They come in varieties such as green tea, blemish control as well as tea tree that help your skin look matte while also helping you combat your skin concerns at the same time,

Neutrogena Shine-Control Blotting Sheets

These oil absorbing blotting sheets do not darken when you apply them onto your skin, but don’t worry they are good at their job. These blotting sheets take away the greasiness without making your skin feel dry. They are perfect for a hot summer day, and since they don’t darken, you will not have any reservations about using them in public!

Shiseido Pureness Oil-Control Blotting Paper

These might be on the pricier end of blotting sheets, but once you use them you will know exactly why. With these blotting papers, you can bid goodbye to a greasy face in a matter of seconds. These sheets are highly absorbent and considered to be one of the best in the market by most users. Once you blot your face, you will find that these sheets leave a light residue of powder to ensure that your face stays free of any shine. If you are planning on purchasing just one from this list options, you may want to splurge on these for once!

Jane Iredale Facial Blotting Papers

These blotting papers come in a beautiful gold compact that makes you feel pampered whenever you use them. These sheets are excellent when it comes to absorbing oil from your face and are strong enough not to break apart no matter how much out it soaks up.

MISSHA Oil Control Film

You can get these blotting sheets when you are running on a budget. These sheets come in a cute case and are perfect for touching up your face throughout the day. While these may be a cheaper option they are not inferior in any way, in fact, they are up to par with other more expensive products to mattify your face. Not just oily skin, but these sheets work efficiently for all types of skin and help your skin look matte and clean.

Keeping your makeup fresh, and your face look less greasy is a challenging task when you have an oily face. With the help of these blotting sheets, you can ensure the shine from your face stays far away, while also providing your skin with the nourishment it needs. Some blotting sheets are also targeted towards specific skin issues to help you get the most out of a single product. Apart from making your face look less oily, these sheets are perfect when you want to freshen up your makeup without actually putting more on. You can use these sheets when you need to touch up on your make-up as well since these papers help reduce texture on your face and some even help in minimizing your pores. Hence, you can apply more makeup-up to your face without it weighing down or feeling cakey on your skin. So what are you waiting for? Say hello to the wonders of blotting papers for oily skin.

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