*OIL* YOU NEED FOR TOP-TO-TOE TLC
Okay… so it’s agreed we’re *all* obsessed with oils, right? Whether you’re granting a mirror-like gloss to your mane, lathering limbs or cloaking your pout in a hydrated, high-shine hue, an oil-based bestie is sure to be a staple somewhere in your self care regime.
Forget fears of greasiness and clogging, oils have swifty become a one-way ticket to long-lasting nourishment and head-turning shine. As an omega and antioxidant-rich powerhouse, these FYP favourites are bursting with natural ingredients (derived from flowers, seeds and stems of plants, the list goes on…) and have different properties that benefit both your hair *and* skin. Designed to sink in (not sit on top of) skin and strands, oils – with the right blend – work to deliver a boost in hydration and long-lasting glow. You only need to hear from our Junior Buyer to understand the hype behind these heroes:
“Oils, when it comes to beauty, were once a topic that wasn’t common in the industry but with the new amplified formulations we've been seeing, there's now an oil for each and every one of us. Hair oils are no longer deemed to weigh down finer hair, but instead are lightly formulated with healing and repair factors; whereas lip oils are no longer sticky... but rather smooth, hydrating and glossy.” Polly, Junior Buyer
Not sure where to start? That’s where we come in. We’ve put together a guide of new and trending oils working from top-to-toe to deliver rich nourishment, radiance and a long-lasting scent on the skin. From soothing body oils and spa-in-a-jar bath oils to nourishing hair and lip oils, our edit of shine-serving staples is here to give you that glow sans any aggro. Don’t worry, you can thank us later…
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£46.00
What better place to start your self care session than right at the root? No literally – put your scalp in the spotlight with Fable & Mane’s Holiroots Pre-Wash Strengthening Treatment Hair Oil. An ode to the founders’ grandmother’s tradition of therapeutic hair oiling, this rich formula can be gently massaged into your scalp to boost circulation and encourage hair growth. Not only this, but it’s also infused with a nourishing blend ashwagandha and amla which works to strengthen and soften strands. Plus, you can expect a light floral aroma thanks to an infusion of champaca flowers native to Madurai. Let the massaging begin…
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£29.00
Next up, it’s time to sit back, relax and enjoy a luxuriously long soak in the tub with every last opulent drop of VIEVE's Bath, Body and Massage Oil. A treat for both the skin *and* senses, it boasts the brand’s signature scent – think uplifting notes of neroli, amber and smoky santal. Oh, but the fun doesn’t stop there… this multitasking marvel can also be used post bathtime to intensely nourish limbs thanks to sweet almond, coconut oils and bladderwrack seaweed.
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£40.00
We say once you’ve left the bathroom, you should waste no time in lathering your limbs in L'Occitane's Almond Supple Skin Oil. A match made in oil heaven, this body bestseller does exactly what it says on the bottle – it helps to improve texture while leaving skin soft, smooth and supple. It’s bursting with almond oil and camelina oil to deliver a comforting dose of omegas 3 and 6 for a replenishing dose of hydration. Ideal for tight, dry and lacklustre limbs, this melts into your skin to leave a satin-soft finish, all while letting its delectable almond scent wash over your senses.
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£94.00
It’s time to treat your tresses (again)! Enter: Hair Rituel by Sisley’s Styling Precious Hair Care Oil. Bringing salon-worthy swishes to the comfort of your own home, this gloss-giving staple will have you endlessly running your fingers through your locks. It features a blend of smoothing shea oil to boost hydration, moringa and passion fruit oils to nourish *and* cotton seed oil to amp up radiance. If you’re seeking shine, improved elasticity and repaired breakage, you’ve found all of the above in one (extremely luxurious) bottle...
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£68.00
But what about skin care? You’re in luck… a fan-favourite for all the right reasons, Sunday Riley’s C.E.O. Glow Vitamin C + Turmeric Face Oil is a nourishing formula designed to brighten and enhance your glow, while minimising the look of dark spots and fine lines. How? Thanks to powerful blend of vitamin C, turmeric and ginger, this oil delivers your healthiest glow yet while also defending against radical damage. Oh, and we can’t forget it also helps to soothe dryness and the protect the moisture barrier thanks to red raspberry and evening primrose. Talk about the ultimate skin saviour…
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£30.00
Last, but certainly not least, lock lips with Perricone MD’s No Makeup Lip Oil. The final step in any beauty routine, this hydrating hero adds a luminous sheen, subtle colour and instant hydration to your pout. It’s infused with a nurturing blend of peptides to boost plumpness, while mango seed butter and shea butter envelop your kissers in a conditioning layer with a comfortable feel. It doesn’t stop there… as you swipe on this make up marvel, get ready to enjoy its signature mouth-watering vanilla scent. We’re obsessed.
We guess only one question remains: is it time to swap out your faithful favourites for these trending oil-based besties? (Hint: the answer is yes).
Anya is one of Cult Beauty’s Junior Copywriters. A huge lover of all things skin and body care, time spent intently researching product ingredients has resulted in a mass of skin care know-how (which don’t worry, she’s more than happy to share). When Anya's not treating herself to a new Maison Margiela fragrance or Aesop hand cream, you'll find her at the latest natural wine bar with friends, buying a new book (even though there is already a stack waiting), or walking through Hampstead Heath with her regular order of an almond latte.
