Why Is My Skin Oily and Dehydrated at the Same Time? The short answer (featured snippet) If your skin is oily and dehydrated at the same time, it means your skin lacks water but overproduces oil to compensate. This imbalance is often caused by harsh skincare, over-cleansing, or barrier damage, leading to excess oil and … Continue reading Why Is My Skin Oily and Dehydrated at the Same Time?