Facial oil is the king among all my skincare products.
I use them in home care almost every day, alternating or supplementing my face cream with them, I especially love this combo during the cold season, when the skin triples its natural lipid protection and asks for help. By the way, this can happen to any type of skin - normal, dry and even oily or combination - like mine.
I’ve heard a lot from ordinary people and even from professional cosmetologists that oils are too heavy for the skin, clog pores, “the skin doesn’t breathe” underneath them, etc.
In my opinion, such an opinion can be formed for two reasons - either they choose the wrong products, or they use them incorrectly.
Therefore, I’ll tell you about my personal experience and share my own rating of the best facial oils , many of which I have already written separate reviews on on my blog. There is too much information on the Internet invented by someone who, it seems, has never held normal oil in his hands, let alone applied it to his face.
Which oil to choose for the face
Oils for the beauty of the face, hair and body have been used since ancient times; this is, so to speak, the basis of modern cosmetology. Remember the composition of any cream - in almost every one you will see a whole list of different oils that necessarily present in creams and serums. In a processed state, but still...
They have an extremely beneficial effect on the beauty of the skin, because... contain lipids, polyunsaturated fatty acids, minerals, vitamins A, B, C, D, E, F and even phytoestrogens, which rejuvenate the skin and fight wrinkles.
My ranking of the best 12 body oils
In order not to mix everything up and so that you can figure out what oil to lubricate your face from the very beginning, let me remind you the main thing you need to know about oils - they are all divided into two types - basic and essential:
Base oils
Base oils are fatty or vegetable oils that are isolated from oilseed plants or their parts - most often we are talking about their fruits, grains and seeds.
The most popular are grape seed oil, wheat germ oil, olive oil, apricot kernel oil, castor oil, black cumin oil, coconut oil, argan oil, shea butter, etc.
Those of them that tend to harden at temperatures below +30C (coconut oil, shea butter or cocoa) are also called solid oils or butters . Basic oils can be used in their pure form, choosing the one that suits your skin type and the problems it has. Or combine them with esters.
The main thing to know:
For the face, it is better to choose only high-quality, first cold-pressed oils.
Essential oils and how to use them
Essential oils - isolated from the "fragrant" parts of plants by distillation from plants such as lavender, orange, neroli, rose, jasmine, tea tree, etc.
Effect of essential oils on the skin:
Tea tree oil has a healing and antiseptic effect; it has no equal as an addition in the treatment of acne and even spot pimples. Lavender also has a disinfecting effect and fights irritation not only of the nerves, but also of the skin. They can be safely used on the skin even in their pure form.
Lemon has a whitening effect, geranium helps overcome the signs of rosacea, and rose absolute gives the skin everything at once - moisturizing and anti-aging effect, ylang-ylang is also famous for its anti-aging properties, increasing elasticity and improving facial skin turgor.
Any essential oil complements facial skin care and significantly increases the effect of using any cosmetics.
But we must remember the main rule of using essential oils:
Essential oils (with the exception of tea tree and lavender) should never be applied to the face in their pure form, only added to the base oil . Otherwise, you may get burns and serious allergic skin reactions.
Therefore, if you see somewhere on the Internet or on a forum a list of oils that lists both base and essential oils, feel free to pass by, they will definitely not tell you the truth. Because the author is confused even about the basics of using this cosmetic product, because these are ABSOLUTELY different categories and cannot be compared on the same level under any circumstances!
If the topic is especially interesting, then you can learn more about the differences between both types of oils and the features of their use in this video:
Effective recipes for masks and oil mixtures: top 3 best remedies
It is best to use oils to care for oily skin in the form of masks or combined mixtures. You can prepare them according to the following recipes:
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- Mix 1 tbsp. l. any cosmetic clay with 1 tsp. filtered or boiled water. Pour in half a teaspoon of calendula alcohol extract or fresh lemon juice. Add 3 drops of lavender essential oil, stir and apply the mask to your face. Leave until the clay dries, then wash with plenty of running water.
- Any type of base oil in an amount of 15 ml is mixed with 2 drops of lemon ether, 1 drop of eucalyptus, neroli and mint ester. Stir everything thoroughly, preparing a mixture of oils according to the principle described earlier. Using a cosmetic brush, spread the mask over the surface of the face, paying special attention to the most problematic areas. Leave for a maximum of 15 minutes, then remove the remaining mixture if necessary.
- Mix 10 ml of base oils – hazelnut, grape seed and jojoba – into 1 container. This mixture is prepared without adding esters. It copes well with increased oily skin and enlarged pores, acne and inflammation on the face.
It is recommended to choose the optimal recipe and use it on an ongoing basis.
Harm of facial oils
Don’t blindly trust labels and buy the first cosmetic product you come across, or run to the kitchen and pour vegetable oil on your face in which to fry pancakes or potatoes. You are unlikely to get any benefit from this. But you can feel the full extent of the harm from kitchen oil on your face.
First you need to understand the needs and initial data of your skin.
Incorrectly selected or incorrectly used oil can only worsen the condition of the skin - dry it out, cause inflammation or cause allergic reactions. Even the most natural remedies are not at all as harmless as we would like to think about them.
This is exactly what professional cosmetologists warn those who have decided that since the oil is natural, it means it is 100% safe and healthy.
Well, there are a couple of rules that you should immediately take into account if you decide to experience the magical power of natural oils:
- Immediately “NO” to oils that directly contain chemical components - parabens, silicones, mineral oil (the question is whether to write this information at all.)
- The second “NO” can be safely said to cheap oils of unknown origin. There are no miracles.
This may upset some people, but if you think that there is no difference between apricot kernel oil from a pharmacy for 50 rubles and the same apricot oil from iherb for 500 rubles, then most likely you are mistaken.
The desire to save money is understandable, but believe me, quality really costs money. And valuable oils are valuable because high-quality raw materials and the correct process of their production cost a certain amount of money. I won't reveal anything new here.
I have already verified this from my own experience, and you can also verify that, if you wish, fortunately, cheap oils are really cheap and easily accessible. It’s just that you shouldn’t immediately draw conclusions after experimenting with pharmaceutical oils or from who knows what kind of stall.
In my case, from the pharmacy set, perhaps, only sea buckthorn worked 100%, with the exception of the “side effect” in the form of bright orange skin due to the increased content of carotene in it. Otherwise, using them is like smearing plasticine on your face. Still, you should save on your face (and on yourself) in the last place, then the question “is it healthy to smear your face with oils” simply shouldn’t arise.
In my opinion, the best way to save money in this matter is not to skimp on quality, but to buy cosmetics in reliable, trusted stores during various promotions and sales . Fortunately, they happen quite often and thus you can always find a good oil for any budget.
To do this, I talk about the most interesting and profitable promotions on my blog and there is a separate post with current promotional codes on the iHerb website, as well as instructions for beginners on iHerb.
The right choice: what is the difference between a natural product and a fake one?
You can choose quality skin care products based on the following guidelines:
- Reputation of the manufacturer and supplier a. REFERENCE: In the domestic market, the top 13 trustworthy companies include Iris, Touche Flora, Galenopharm (basic extracts), Vivasan, Aura Cacia, Glorion, Primavera life, Bergland ", "Agroselprom" (basic extracts), "Karl Hadek", "Dr Taffi", "Balm Balm", "Eone".
- Price range and level . The cost of different products can and should differ significantly due to differences in the cost of raw materials and the complexity of processing technologies. Thus, Indian-made coconut oil costs from 200 rubles per 100 ml, and the same volume of African shea butter will cost 500 rubles. High-quality argan oil cannot cost less than 1500-2000 rubles per 10 ml. Damask rose oil extract costs no less than $20 per milliliter.
- Packaging and storage . All high-quality natural preparations are bottled only in dark glass bottles with tight lids, usually equipped with dispensers. The exception is coconut oil, which can be stored in a transparent container, but even this should not be exposed to a sunny display before being sold.
- Information on labels and accompanying documents will also help determine which oil to choose. Preference should be given to the “unrefined virgin product”, which retains a maximum of natural substances.
The bottle must have a label with a picture of the plant and its correct Latin name.
Labels such as “100% pure aromatic” or “for external use only” indicate that the product is not natural.
Extracts that do not exist in nature - strawberry, pear, lily of the valley, etc., are also the result of purely chemical creativity.
- Additional signs of the authenticity of an essential product are the complete, without a greasy trace, evaporation of a drop of it from the surface of the paper, as well as a change in aroma at the same time - after all, natural essential oil contains a whole bunch of substances that evaporate at different rates. The synthetic aroma, on the contrary, does not change, but only weakens as the drop dries.
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Beneficial properties of cosmetic oils
Choosing. With what kind of oil to lubricate your face, you should be meticulous about both its origin and the reputation of the manufacturer, and most importantly, take into account that each product has a certain composition and properties that are not suitable for everyone.
To help you get your bearings, I will give a short table with the specialization of the MAIN base oils that are most often used in cosmetology:
- For dry and dehydrated skin , avocado, argan, olive, roses are suitable; for dry skin, the same butters may be suitable - coconut oil, shea butter, not recommended for other skin types.
- Anti-wrinkle oils - roses, wheat germ.
- For oily and inflamed skin , black cumin, St. John's wort, and grape seed oil are suitable.
- Universal oils that are suitable for all skin types - apricot kernel oil, jojoba oil, wheat germ oil, sea buckthorn oil.
- The best anti-aging facial oils against wrinkles are rose and wheat germ.
- for facial massage , because the main thing that is required of them is improved hand gliding, and almost any product from this category is capable of this. Even, God forgive me, mineral oil can perform this function.
Essential oils for very dry hands. What should oils contain?
- Vitamin E. This is a very strong antioxidant, a vitamin of youth and at the same time a component that plays a big role in skin restoration. It also prevents skin lipids from oxidizing, and this is very important in winter.
- Vegetable oils. When the skin looks too dry, you need to apply a good lubricant. And therefore, many manufacturers add this oil to cosmetics, which improves the skin, restores, smoothes it and nourishes it throughout the body. The best ingredients are oils: coconut, jojoba, argan, almond. And if your skin is very sensitive, then cottonseed oil is best.
- Panthenol. Its role is to remove irritation and speed up skin restoration. With panthenol, even the worst skin is quickly transformed into a very pleasant one in appearance and condition.
- Squalene. It is a natural component of human sebum. It softens, smoothes the skin and protects it from moisture loss. Squalene also strengthens the natural lipid barrier of the skin.
- Shea butter and cocoa butter. The most important task of these oils is to eliminate roughness and dryness of the skin, nourish it and prevent moisture loss. At the same time, the skin becomes elastic and smooth, since when they are added to skin cosmetics, it becomes the basis for intensive skin hydration.
- Glycerol. This is a sugar alcohol that protects the skin from everything harmful that affects it externally. It has a good effect on calluses and skin that has cracks, usually on the elbows and knees.
- Urea. It works very well on dry skin, it penetrates deep into the skin and retains moisture well, thereby preventing large water loss. Excellent soothes itching.
How to use facial oil correctly
I describe how to use facial oil solely from my OWN experience, based on my own feelings and the results of many years of using oils in skin care.
I have combination skin, but sensitive and prone to rosacea and hyperpigmentation. In summer it is oilier with pores in the T-zone and a tendency to occasional inflammation; in winter it can be dry and tight, 30+.
So, the correct way to apply oil to your face is:
1) As I already indicated above, you need to choose exclusively natural products and preferably with a complex combined composition of different VALUABLE oils, and if you suddenly see demiticones (silicones), parabens, mineral oil, etc. in the composition. chemistry - straight away! In this case, you can do without this crap; in most cases, the oil is perfectly stored without chemicals, due to its natural preservatives.
2) If possible, avoid “heavy oils” in facial care , for example, coconut oil or shea butter, they can actually be quite heavy, take longer to absorb and can “clog” the pores on the face, although I also like them for the body.
3) Use them in doses , rub a couple of drops of oil between your palms and apply them to your face - this kind of oiling is enough for my eyes! Now, then you won’t have to remove excess from your face and there will be no swelling in the morning (even if you are prone to it and apply oil to the skin around your eyes).
4) Combine oils with serums and/or face creams . For me, this is a win-win combo that works much better than just face creams and even many masks. This way, you can 100% eliminate the increase in dry skin after using oils, because it’s not for nothing that cosmetologists repeat loudly - oils are 100% fats, and water is even more important for our skin. Don’t forget to not only “nourish” the skin, but also “give it water”.
My main scheme for using facial oil in care is washing with foam, toner, serum and then oil. Ideally, also spray it all on top with hydrosol or moisturizing spray.
5) Facial massage with oil is perhaps the best thing you can do to your face at home . In this case, I will not go into detail; one of the most effective, in my case, is massage with Lyapko applicators, which I recently wrote about on my Instagram.
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6) How often and at what time can I use facial oil? For me, first of all , it is an evening beauty ritual. Firstly, I have a little more time for myself in the evening, when, for example, I not only smear my face with oil at night, but I can also do a 5-minute facial massage with it, if I have time or I see that a facial massage is needed after a busy day at work or stress.
7) Don’t forget that you can not only apply it to your face at night as a treatment, but also use it in the morning as a makeup base .
In severe frosts or when the skin begins to feel particularly dry and very tight, I also use oils in day care (using the same scheme, applying a couple of drops, rubbed between the palms, on top of the serum and/or cream). This gives the skin additional protection and nutrition. And it doesn’t weigh down my oily skin at all.
Makeup, especially with mineral cosmetics, often goes on much better with oil.
Remember Instagram bloggers who generously smear their faces with oil and then apply makeup on top? Professional brands like Smashbox, Bobbi Brown, and Mac have already adopted this trend and released their own makeup oil bases.
I personally only tried Smashbox and I can say that as a base it’s not bad, but I didn’t see the need to buy and use a special oil base. It is quite possible to get by with the products that I talk about in my rating, but I don’t see them.
The main point here is not to overdo it and that you do not have an individual allergy to any components. After all, you can’t spoil this porridge with butter. And oil makeup can “float away” by the middle of the day, so test and select the combination of oil + foundation that suits EXACTLY YOUR SKIN,
Remember the rule I talked about?
Rub a couple of drops on your palms and apply to your face. It seems to me that no one should pour half a bottle on themselves, as Instagram bloggers do.
Well, one more rule: oils require proper storage - always in a cool and dark place. If you store it in the refrigerator, then ONLY in the door. Also, keep in mind that oil in glass bottles retains its properties longer than in plastic. It is ABSOLUTELY forbidden to smear your face with expired cosmetics, ESPECIALLY those with a characteristic rancid odor! Write this down for yourself.
But perhaps I haven’t told you everything and you also have your own secrets - how to properly use this cosmetic product for the face? I would be glad if you share your experience in the comments.
What are the characteristics of oily skin?
The problematic type of epidermis is characterized by rather thick skin, increased sebum production, grayish and uneven skin tone, oily sheen and enlarged pores. All this at some point leads to inflammatory processes, acne, pimples. Therefore, oily and problematic skin requires special, proper care.
But, besides the disadvantages, oily skin also boasts positive qualities. Sebum or sebum protects the epidermis from the adverse effects of external factors (temperature changes, wind, etc.), drying out, that is, it preserves skin health. And most importantly, oily skin is susceptible to age-related changes late!
My rating - 10 best cosmetic oils for the face
I tried to make an honest list and therefore my rating includes only those products that REALLY work for ME without any reservations or dancing with a tambourine. Therefore, here you will not find either peach oil from the pharmacy or coconut oil (even high-quality one), because, in my opinion, compared to the cosmetic products that I list here, they are like a kindergartener versus a riot policeman.
There are NO very cheap oils in my Top 10, but I am convinced that the best facial oil is not necessarily the most expensive.
The cheapest oil in my rating is rosehip oil from the iherb website for 700 rubles, the most expensive oil is Sisley black rose for 14 thousand. At the same time, I am not saying that a product for 14 thousand is the best possible and you need to take out a mortgage in order to definitely purchase it for your daily routine. Not at all, the question is which brands you personally like, and what exactly do you want to get from using it. This is what I will tell you about.
And in my rating there are practically no base oils - basically, these are ready-made mixtures of various oils , where the ingredients are selected by professionals, in the right combination, in the right volume and concentration. This is a real science that beginners shouldn’t even bother with, if only because the cost of each component in the composition can be comparable to the cost of the finished mixture.
Life Flo Rosehip Oil
Rosehip oil is a pure natural retinol, with which it makes sense to start getting acquainted with this anti-aging component, even if you are not yet 30, do no harm. It has a very “fine” texture, is quickly absorbed without leaving a greasy residue, and makes the skin soft and velvety almost immediately after use.
Of the minuses, I can only note a specific aroma (similar to fish oil), but if desired, you can add a couple of drops of your favorite essential oils to the rosehip (as a base) and this drawback will no longer be a drawback even for the most sensitive to strange odors of people. The most popular essential oils with an anti-aging effect - ylang-ylang, rose or jasmine absolute - will make good company with rose hips.
Most importantly, don’t forget to do allergy tests (apply the mixture with essential oil to the crook of your elbow) and be sure to avoid the area around the eyes, otherwise the next morning you risk waking up with the face of a “beekeeper’s wife.”
Compound:
Only cold pressed rosehip oil
Price: 716 rubles
Where to buy: on the iHerb website
Black cumin oil
They say that black seed oil can cure everything except death .
I use it in combination with tea tree to smear any skin irritations, rashes, lubricate my nose from the inside when I feel like I’m getting sick and my nose “tickles unpleasantly.” In skin care, cumin is, first of all, a natural, very mild antiseptic that restores the lipid balance of the skin and cures damage, inflammation and various troubles. No wonder it is also called royal oil.
My review of black seed oil on the blog.
I always have black cumin on hand - I use it not only on my face, but also on my scalp, which in this regard is even more demanding of the quality of cosmetics than my face.
Ingredients: only cold-pressed black cumin oil
Price: 680 rub.
Where to buy: on the iherb website there is a large selection of black cumin, both cosmetic and for health, consuming it internally.
Collagen oil Elemis PRO-collagen
Elemis brand's bestseller with algae extracts, known as a natural source of collagen, includes Mediterranean algae Padina Pavonica, golden algae, kelp and 9 precious oils such as: lavandin, geranium and eucalyptus, jojoba, clove, abyssinian, Roman chamomile, peppermint and grape seed oil.
Elemis PRO collagen - restores the skin, improves its turgor and even moisturizes; the manufacturer calls this effect “mermaid glow”. Its texture is very delicate and is suitable even for those who find all other oils too greasy. But you shouldn’t take it for a massage; it gets absorbed too quickly, or you’ll have to use more of it than any other product.
Compound:
Coco-Caprylate, Isoamyl Cocoate, Simmondsia Chinensis ( Jojoba ) Seed Oil, Papaver Orientale ( Poppy ) Seed Oil, Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides, Crambe Abyssinica (Abyssinian) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus ( Sunflower ) Seed Oil , Lavandula Angustifolia ( Lavender ) Oil, Linalool, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens ( Geranium ) Flower Oil, Geraniol, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, digitata (kelp) extract Laminaria ochroleuca (golden algae) extract, Tocopherol, Anthemis Nobilis ( Chamomile ) Flower Oil, Citronellol, Cinnamomum Camphora (Camphor) Wood Oil, Limonene, Mentha Arvensis ( Peppermint ) Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (orange) Oil, Fragrance (Parfum), Vitis Vinifera (grape) Seed Oil, Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract, Menthol, Eugenia Caryophyllus ( Clove ) Leaf Oil, Citral
Price: 6900 rub.
Where to buy: on the Golden Apple website or on the Lookfantastic website (a little cheaper, especially during promotional periods).
Night anti-aging oil LUNA from SUNDAY RILEY
For me, the SUNDAY RILEY brand was a discovery last year and LUNA is one of the products with which I began to get acquainted with the brand.
Anti-aging night oil Luna contains an advanced retinol complex, thanks to which it has an active restorative effect on the skin, which is especially important for skin 40+, 50+, but can be used even after 30. Retinol helps fight the signs of age - wrinkles and decreased elasticity, extracts Avocado, chia and grape seeds strengthen the skin and restore its natural radiance. Blue tansy has anti-inflammatory properties, providing a calming effect.
Luna has a quickly absorbing texture, so it should not be used as a massage product either. and she also has an unusual bright emerald color, like brilliant green. But don’t be alarmed, this doesn’t affect your complexion in any way.
The composition of LUNA is practically therapeutic; the manufacturer recommends it even for such serious skin diseases as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, rosacea and acne.
This cosmetic product is very powerful; due to the retinol content, it cannot be used during the day, combined with acids, and if you used Luna at night, you should take care of sun protection during the day, otherwise, instead of the anti-aging effect, you can get hyperpigmentation or even burns.
Compound:
Persea Gratissima (Extra Virgin,
Avocado ), Vitis Vinifera ( Grape ), Rubus Fruticosus ( Blackberry ), Salvia Hispanica ( Chia ), Dimethyl Isosorbide (and) Hydroxypinacone Retinoate, Chamomile (Matricaria), Tanacetum annuum ( blue tansy ), Anthemis nobilis ( English chamomile ), Eriocephalus punctualatus ( Cape chamomile ), Citrus Aurantium Amara oil ( neroli ), Citrus Aurantium Dulcis ( blood orange ). Cananga Odorata ( ylang-ylang ), Vetivera zizanoides ( vetiver sunflower seed rosemary leaf extract , CI 61565 (green 6), CI 60725 (purple 2).
Price: 5520 rubles (for 15 ml). Available in larger quantities and also in promotional sets
Where to buy: Sephora website
The brand is presented at ASOS (during the sales period you can buy it at a very good price)
Darphin oil aroma essence
The ideal oil for facial massage is any product from the Darfan aroma line; the main problem is deciding which one to choose. They all smell simply magical, Darphin’s aroma compositions can be called simply exemplary, this is the main feature of the brand and a real pleasure. It’s not for nothing that the brand is one of the most popular in expensive European SPA salons.
I now have a miniature mixture with vetiver (contains pure vetiver, geranium, French lavender and marjoram) and each use of it is an aromatherapy session that has a relaxing and calming effect not only on the skin, but also on the nervous system.
By the way, it is somewhat similar to ESPA, which will be discussed below.
Compound:
The composition includes 99% natural origin, such as vetiver, French lavender, geranium and marjoram essential oils.
Sesamum indicum ( SESAME) , PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS ( SWEET ALMOND ), SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS ( JOJOBA ), CRAMBE ABYSSINICA, ARGAN SPINOS, OLEIC/LINOLEIC/LINOLENIC POLYGLYCERIDES/MORINGA OLIPHERNA, MORINGA OLIPHERNA Triglyceride, pelargonium Grivelen ( geraniums ), citrus Arans Amara ( bitter orange), lavandula Angustifolia (lavender), Marjoram, Pelargonium Gravels, Salvia Sclarea (Clari), Calendula officinalis, BETACAROTENE, PLUKENETIA VOLUBILIS, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, BISABOLOL, Squalane, VETIVERIA ZIZANOIDES ROOT OIL , COMMIE OIL FORES OF MIRRA (MYRRA), KANAGA ODORATA , BIX ORELLA SEED EXTRACT, TETRAHEXYLDEGARETAR, EXTRAIT D'ORGE, CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA ( BERGAMOT ), TOCOPHEROL , TRITICUM VULGARE (WHEAT) GERM EXTRACT, LAMINARIA OCHROLEUCA , SEA CLUE EXTRACT BA, G LYCINE SOJA (SOYA), SAGE, BENZYL BENZOATE, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, CITRONELLOL, GERANIOL, BENZYL SALICYLATE, FARNESOL, CITRALE. >ILN43702>.
Price: 4000 rubles.
Where to buy: Sephora website
Whitening anti-rosacea mixture Dshansurat/Apple Petal from East Night
I liked this oriental face oil even more than the first one - “Golden-bearing”, which I used (the title photo of the post), firstly, it is not so viscous in consistency, and secondly, in the morning the effect of fresher and lighter skin “ on the face"! Everything is as promised on the labels - the skin tone evens out and the “vessels” become paler.
Compound:
first cold pressed: beautiful centaury seeds, jojoba seeds, macadamia fruits, red mulberry seeds, Lebanese poppy, tricolor amaranth seeds, borage seeds, essential oils: Phrygian cornflower inflorescences, Palestine lime seeds, odorless chamomile inflorescences, Persian ivy leaves * indicating subspecies
Price: about 900 rub.
Black rose Sisley Black Rose Oil
The most expensive cosmetic product in my review, which means the requirements for it are higher.
What will I say? Great anti-aging oil! This is, indeed, a truly working product and you will get the pleasure and effect from its use from the first to the last drop. But!
As I mentioned at the beginning, I can’t say that this is the very best oil in the review in terms of effect. Even rosehip gives quite comparable results on me. If there is no difference, why pay more?
Well, to each his own. I want to pamper myself and there is such an opportunity , why not?
Compound:
Squalane , Prunus Domestica Seed Extract, Camelina Sativa Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima ( Avocado ) Oil Unsaponifiables, Tocopherol , Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract, Rose Extract (black rose extract), Pelargonium Graveolens Oil, Michelia Alba Leaf Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil , Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Citral, Limonene, Eugenol
- Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids (in plum oil and camelina*): Improves cell membrane mobility
- Plum and camelin*: Maintains the balance of oils in the skin and strengthens its barrier function
- Phytosqualane (olive oil derivative): Strengthens the hydrolipidic film of the skin
- Padina Pavonica Algae Extract: Strengthens the skin's water matrix*
- Natural Tocopherols: Help strengthen the skin's defense system, thereby combating oxidative stress
- Avocado extract: Nourishes, restores, heals and soothes the skin
- Black Rose Extract: Gives the skin incredible tenderness and softness.
- Essentials of Bulgarian rose and magnolia: Tonify and soothe
Price: price from 14 thousand rubles. in the Sephora online store
Clarins Orchidee Bleue Facial Oil
This is probably the most famous facial product in my review - Clarins Orchidee Bleue for dehydrated skin. Blue orchid is an exotic ingredient that is not often found in skincare products. Exotic always attracts our attention.
I wrote a review of this cosmetic oil with the Clarens orchid at the dawn of my beauty blogging activities, and even then it was in my top 5 best cosmetics for the winter.
Clarens is one of the first “ready-made” oils with which I began my acquaintance with this category. Because the very first attempts with pharmaceutical oils for 100 rubles were expectedly disastrous (peach, almond, avocado, etc.), which, objectively, “didn’t work.” But I liked this and wanted to try something new.
I will always remember the life hack that was recommended to me by a brand consultant in a store, and now I use it with other products and recommend it to everyone.
After applying the oil, sprinkle some water (hydrolate or thermal) on it. This way it is absorbed many times faster, and the skin looks even better.
A great facial product for dehydrated skin, it's a really good one, but I rarely get around to it these days. I haven’t bought it for a long time, but I remember and included it in my rating.
Ingredients: CORYLUS AVELLANA (HAZEL) SEED OIL, POGOSTEMON CABLIN OIL, LINALOOL, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, LIMONENE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, COUMARIN, EUGENOL, CITRAL, ORCHID EXTRACT, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE [V1640H1]
Price: from 2361 rub. in the Letual store
Mad Hippie Antioxidant Facial Oil
An antioxidant mixture based on argan and camu camu - a very light oil, quickly absorbed, with a pleasant citrus scent.
I’ve already written a review on the Mad Hippie acid serum on my blog; in my impressions, the brand is very interesting and there is something for lovers of natural cosmetics to please themselves with.
Ingredients: Argan oil is the basis of cosmetic oil. Camu camu is an antioxidant-rich berry from the Amazon jungle that contains 30 times more vitamin C than an orange.
Argan (argania spinosa), pomegranate (punica granatum), sunflower (helianthus annuus), cranberry fruit extract (vaccine macrocarpon), pomegranate extract (punica granatum), blueberry extract (vaccinium angustifolium), strawberry extract (fragaria vesca), kiwi extract ( actinidia chinensis), watermelon fruit extract (citrullus vulgaris), grape seed extract (vitis vinifera), raspberry seed extract (rubus idaeus), camu camu fruit extract (myrciaria dubia), acai extract (top extract), goisi extract (Lycium barbarum) , sea buckthorn berry extract (hippophae rhamnoides), hemp seed extract (cannabis sativa), broccoli extract (brassica oleracea italica), sweet orange oil (citrus sinens), vitamin E (tocopherol).
Price : 1583 rub. on the iherb website
Cosmetic oils: reviews of use
Ksenia: “I’ve never heard that cosmetic oil will help better than a specially invented cream. Although, it seems to me that there is truth in this, because any jar from the store necessarily contains oils and other natural ingredients. I'll definitely try the oil. I haven’t decided which one yet.”
Marina: “I love natural oils! This is such a storehouse of vitamins for the skin! I apply them morning, afternoon and evening. I like to change and experiment, mix them. Of course, I prepare all sorts of masks and scrubs based on them. And guess what? I have wonderful skin! Thanks to nature!”
Svetlana: “I love mixing natural and store-bought cosmetics. I think this is an ideal option. Sometimes I add a spoonful of oil to my favorite lotion or cream. Do you know what the result is? Beautiful!"
