💧 OILINESS (SEBUM) INDEX

What Is the Oiliness (Sebum) Index?

The Oiliness (Sebum) Index reflects how shiny, matte, or balanced the skin surface appears under normal lighting conditions. It focuses on visible surface oil characteristics, rather than measuring oil production or skin biology.

This index is appearance-based and cosmetic only. It does not measure sebum production medically, diagnose skin conditions, or assess internal skin function.

Why the Oiliness Index Matters for Skin Appearance

Visible oil levels can strongly influence how the skin looks throughout the day. Oiliness-related appearance may affect:

  • Shine in certain areas of the face or body
  • How smooth or textured the skin appears
  • The way light reflects from the skin surface
  • How makeup applies, settles, or lasts

Balanced visible oil can contribute to a healthy-looking glow, while excess shine or extreme mattness may draw attention to specific areas.

What Can Influence the Oiliness Index

Everyday, non-medical factors that may influence visible oiliness include:

  • Natural skin appearance type
  • Skincare and cleansing routine
  • Use of mattifying or occlusive products
  • Environmental humidity
  • Time since last cleansing or product application

These factors affect how oiliness is perceived visually, rather than indicating actual oil output levels.

How Mizics Estimates the Oiliness Index

Mizics analyses surface reflectivity, shine patterns, and texture contrast from a photo. By examining how light interacts with the skin surface, the system estimates oil-related appearance characteristics.

This estimation is completed in seconds and does not involve storing your image.

View Your Personal Oiliness Index

You can instantly view your own Oiliness (Sebum) Index using the Mizics Online Skin Analyser. Your results include a clear explanation of what your score represents, along with appearance-focused skincare suggestions.

View Your Skin Beauty Analysis Report

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Mizics provides cosmetic skin appearance insights only. No diagnosis or medical advice is provided.