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The Best Facial Oils For Next-Level Nourishment

Liquid gold - by Samantha McMeekin
  • 11 Sep 2020
The Best Facial Oils For Next-Level Nourishment

For far too long face moisturisers and serums have hogged the crown as skin’s best hydrator. But today, we’re here to make a case for face oils. 

Blame it on low-key makeup looks, the rise of gua shas or the fact Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle both use the same youth elixir, but our love for liquid gold in a bottle suddenly knows no bounds.

There’s just nothing like slathering on a nourishing formula that sinks in seamlessly, leaving behind a plump, fresh face that couldn’t be further from the deflated pillow it was only minutes before. Why use a facial oil, you ask? This. This is why.

However, that’s not to say all face oils are welcomed warmly by all skin types. Whether you’re dry, oily, sensitive or blemish-prone, there is an oil for you, it’s just about finding the right one.

And then, once you do, it’ll become much more than a simple hydrator. It’ll become your best skin all-rounder. 

biossance face oil

Biossance Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Oil

Dry and combination skin types, allow us to introduce the new love of your life. Prepare to be plumped and soothed from first contact as hero ingredient squalane provides moisture, while vitamin C brings a bucket full of radiance. If you thought oils were only for night time, a pre-makeup massage with this will leave you changed forever.

$112 at Sephora

guerlain face oil

Guerlain Abeille Royale Youth Watery Oil

Ideal for those who don’t like the idea of oil at all (mark our word you’ll be converted), this lightweight formula lets you reap the nourishing benefits without even feeling it. Unlike other oils, this one should be applied before your moisturiser due to its watery texture. But even though it feels invisible, the evening out of skin tone and softening of lines is something you will notice.

$206 at Sephora

drunk elephant marula oil

Drunk Elephant Virgin Marula Luxury Facial Oil

In a twisted turn of events, marula oil is both great for oily and acne-prone skin, as well as dry and mature skin types. It’s rich in antioxidants and omegas 6 and 9, to seriously hydrate and replenish the skin, but it’s also a natural anti-microbial, so it’s able to benefit congested skin too without clogging pores.

$115 at MECCA

ipsum best skin oil

Ipsum Best Skin Nourishing Face Oil

Those with combination skin types, who typically experience an oily t-zone only, will benefit hugely from a balancing face oil like this one. Featuring a blend of pure and organic plant oils rich in antioxidants, it not only feels instantly comforting and moisturising, but we’ve personally experienced newfound levels of glow after only a few days of consistent use.

$48 at ipsumskin.com

sunday riley ufo

Sunday Riley UFO Ultra-Clarifying Face Oil

Blemished skin and facial oil? You better believe it’s a good idea. Combining clear skin superstar salicylic acid with clarifying plant oils, UFO helps to diminish current breakouts, while preventing new ones. Even inflamed spots will be calmed, soothed and comforted. 

$128 at MECCA

pai rosehip oil

Pai Rosehip Oil

All rosehip oils boast incredible hydrating, youth-regenerating and pigmentation-clearing benefits, but there’s a reason this one is a cult favourite. It’s extracted through natural CO2 processes to help ensure an unusually stable and potent rosehip oil. So if it's results you’re after, look no further.

$49 at Adore Beauty

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