Facial oils are all the rage in skincare and if you had any doubts about that, check out the latest ranges by brands like Eminence, Tata Harper, or Kypress are all creating oils that are used for so much more than hydrating the face. If, in the past, a typical elaborate skincare routine mainly relied on serums and cream moisturizers, today, celebrities are embracing Korean-style skincare routines that often involve over 10 steps and involve the use of at least two oils. Below are just three ways that oils are being introduced into everyday skincare routines in surprising ways.
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Cleansing Oil
Most people who opt for foaming cleansers fear that a cream or oil-based cleanser will leave their skin greasy and potentially clog pores. In fact, the opposite is true. Oily skin can actually result from dehydration. When skin does not obtain the moisture it needs, it can go into overdrive, producing too much oil to overcompensate. For brands like Eminence skin care is about hydrating skin without leaving it with an unattractive oiliness and a quality oil containing ingredients like jojoba oil, brightening stone crop (a small succulent plant), and supercharged microgreens (like broccoli, radish, clover and cress sprouts) cleans pores thoroughly without feeling greasy. These oil blends sometimes contain additional oils like sunflower, which is power-packed with Vitamins A, D and E, thereby protecting skin against external stressors like the heat, cold weather, and wind.
Solid Facial Oils
If you desire deep hydration but you prefer to apply gel or cream-textured products to your skin, you can use a solid facial oil to do so. If this will be your main moisturizer, make sure it contains powerful oils like marula and hemp. Both these oils are high in antioxidants, essential fatty acids, and amino acids. These properties make them suitable for both oil/acne-prone and dry and aging skin, which is why so many luxury brands include them in their star products.
Firming Facial Oils
One of the most important benefits of facial oils is their ability to keep vitamins, antioxidants, and an array of active ingredients on your skin instead of evaporating. Gentle oils like rosehip and jojoba all blend well with more ultra-nutritious oils like seabuckthorn, which is rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants. They can also contain ingredients like milk thistle, which helps keep skin hydrated and helps battle inflammation.
Facial oils do so much more than just hydrate skin. They can penetrate pores and remove dirt without leaving skin with an oily shine. Oils can also be used in solid format for those who prefer gel-like textures in their products. Finally, oils can contain ingredients that lend skin the firmness that characterizes beautiful-looking skin.
