Is Asian skin typically more dry or oily? Asian skin in general is no more oily than non-Asians but acording to dermatologists, Asian American women tend to have oilier skins than recent Asian immigrants. Some dermatologists blame this on higher fat content in our diet. It is common knowledge that diet does not directly affect skin condition, except when it is poor enough to affect one's overall health. Unexpected pimples may signal stress, hormonal imbalance, or internal health problems. And too much unhealthy food consumption can appear to affect acne breakouts by contributing to an overall physiological imbalance which in turn will cause an increase in the skin's oil production which can cause acne breakouts. As for Asian skin-friendly products, the Best Products sections in the Skin Directory lists products that work well on various Asian skin.