The Oil Defence System
The Oil Defence System
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COSMOS
Oily skin isn't a hygiene problem. It's a biology problem.
Men produce significantly more sebum than women it's testosterone, not a lack of washing. Stripping the skin with harsh cleansers just triggers more oil production to compensate. The Oil Defence System works with that biology instead of fighting it: gentle cleansing that doesn't strip, targeted oil regulation that works at the source, and brightening treatment for the dark marks oily, breakout-prone skin tends to leave behind.
Four products. One system. Shine controlled without the tight, stripped feeling that makes most men over-cleanse and make the problem worse.
What's in the Box
Removes overnight oil and buildup without stripping the barrier a stripped barrier signals your skin to produce even more oil to compensate.
Niacinamide and Zinc PCA regulate oil production at a cellular level, not just absorb what's already on the surface. Lightweight, invisible finish.
Vitamin C and Ferulic Acid fade the dark marks that oily, breakout-prone skin tends to leave behind long after the breakout itself is gone.
Zinc Oxide mineral protection with a matte, non-greasy finish no white cast, no added shine on top of oil control you're already working for.
How to Use
Every Morning
Cleanse with Daily Control Cleanser. Lukewarm water, not hot hot water strips the barrier further.
Brightening Serum C: 2–3 drops pressed across face. Allow 45 seconds to absorb before the next step.
Zinc Defence Gel: Thin layer across the T-zone and anywhere shine typically shows up first.
Finish with Active Shield SPF50.
Important: Skipping moisturiser because your skin already feels oily is the most common mistake here. Under-hydrated skin produces more oil to compensate, not less. This system is built to regulate oil, not eliminate hydration.
Key Ingredients Across the System
Niacinamide 5% & Zinc PCA
Regulates sebum production at a cellular level and calms redness left over from breakouts.
Vitamin C & Ferulic Acid
Fades post-breakout dark marks and brightens uneven tone caused by past congestion.
Botanical Cleansing Complex
Removes oil and impurities without the harsh stripping that triggers rebound oil production.
Zinc Oxide
Broad-spectrum mineral SPF with a matte finish, formulated not to add shine on top of oil-control skin.
Full Ingredient Lists — INCI
Daily Control Cleanser
Aqua, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Water*, Glycerin, Sucrose Cocoate, Sodium Levulinate, Lactic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate.
Zinc Defence Gel
Aqua, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Zinc PCA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Allantoin, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol.
Brightening Serum C
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Oil*, Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C), Ferulic Acid, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract.
Active Shield SPF50
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Zinc Oxide, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Oil*, Cera Alba, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil.
*From organic farming · All products: Vegan · Paraben-free · COSMOS NATURAL certified by ECOCERT Greenlife
Questions
Won't the Brightening Serum C make oily skin worse?
No, Vitamin C serums are lightweight and water-based, not oil-based. It treats dark marks left by breakouts; it doesn't add to the oil itself.
Can I use the Zinc Defence Gel twice a day?
Yes, morning and evening both work. Start with once daily for the first week if your skin is sensitive to niacinamide, then build up.
How long until oil production visibly changes?
Most men notice reduced midday shine within 2–3 weeks of consistent use. Niacinamide works cumulatively, not instantly.
Is this suitable for combination skin, not just fully oily?
Yes. Apply the Zinc Defence Gel to the oily zones only typically the T-zone rather than the entire face.
Shine Controlled. Skin Clear.
Oil regulated at the source, not just wiped away by midday.
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