Cucumber also deserves its place in our list of home remedies for oily skin. Cucumbers are cooling on the skin and they have a natural astringent property to remove the oil from your face. They also contain vitamins and minerals, which will help to nourish your skin and keep it looking firm and fresh. Simply cut a cucumber into thin slices and rub the slices over your face. Alternatively, you could mix some cucumber juice with some lemon juice and apply it with a cotton wool ball.