Why you need a facial oil
updated on the 16/09/2022
Contrary to popular belief, oils aren’t solely for the dry-skinned – and loooong before their recent exhumation from the skin care archives, pure oils graced the faces of the likes of Cleopatra (always ahead of the beauty curve), and the Geishas – whose flawless skins were owed to pure camellia oil (a key ingredient in Pai Skincare‘s impressive range of soothing skin solutions).
There are no hard and fast rules as to when or how to apply facial oil, but the
A buffet for depleted cells, Mara Beauty’s phenomenal {Universal Face Oil} “feeds” skin with an entire alphabet of vitamins {A, B, C, D, E and F), alongside a cocktail of minerals and plumping plankton extracts to diminish depth of lines and leave skin positively luminous. An absolute ‘no brainer’ for all those with dulled or lacklustre visages, this one-for-all oil is prevention
Herbivore’s {Phoenix Rosehip And Sea Buckthorn Deep Renewal Facial Oil} is another effective option. As the name suggests, the star of the show here is rosehip oil, which is chock full of omega fatty acids (3, 6
After a face oil that gets to work while you snooze? The Seated Queen’s {Restoring Face Oil} is perfect to use overnight, with a clever cocktail of organic cold pressed oils including hemp seed, grapeseed, sea buckthorn, bakuchiol seed, squalane
Need Odacité’s {Hyperpigmentation Serum Concentrate} – a brightening and preventative blend of papaya and geranium extracts, to help restore skin to its former uniformity. This also makes an ideal skin care ‘supplement’ for women who’re experiencing pigmentation due to pregnancy.
Try Sunday Riley’s {Juno Hydroactive Cellular Face Oil} – an ultra-lightweight ‘dry oil’ that’s readily absorbed to grant dull skin immediate radiance. Try patting a few drops on top of your moisturiser – or even over make up – for quick fix, skin-rejuvenation.
Nothing boosts radiance quite like retinol — but the powerful multitasker can cause potential sensitivity. Luckily, Drunk Elephant’s all-NEW {A-Gloei Maretinol Oil} promises to boost your skin's glow
Looking to balance your oil production and decongest pores, while keeping skin hydrated and nourished? Herbivore’s {Lapis Blue Tansy and Squalane Balancing Facial Oil} could just be the answer. The magic ingredient here is blue tansy (the culprit behind this oil’s deep blue hue) which is rich in azulene, helping to soothe irritation and redness all while balancing the skin's natural oil levels.
Then the {Golden Haze Oil} from Alpha-H may just be your new Holy Grail. This mix of nine fast-absorbing essential oils is designed to soothe irritated complexions, thanks to omega fatty acids that calm and nourish the skin. Alongside this, alpha-linoleic and oleic acid help to strengthen and protect your skin barrier. The result? That golden hour glow you’ve been craving.
For fans of the skin-healing properties of rosehip, look to Pai Skincare’s {Rosehip BioRegenerate Oil}. The brand’s unique rosehip oil — volcanically sourced and extracted via an advanced CO2 extraction method — ensures a fresher, more effective formula with higher concentrations of omegas 3,6,7 and 9. This regenerative facial oil is brimming with antioxidant carotenoids to help repair and protect skin against environmental stress and visible damage. Say goodbye to flaky, dry skin and hello to a firmer, clearer and more even complexion.
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Rina is Cult Beauty’s Junior SEO Copywriter and has always had a passion for beauty and skin care (rich moisturisers are her obsession). What started as a love for The Body Shop and their famed Born Lippy lip balms (in ‘Watermelon’ of course!), she is now more interested in finding products with proven effectiveness instead of broken promises. A loud and proud VIEVE fan, Rina owns nearly every item of the range and recommends the brand to anyone who will listen... When she’s not intently reading ingredient lists, you can find her either immersed in multiple true crime podcasts or co-hosting her own parenting one, with an *extra* hot cappuccino in hand.
