Is face oil good for you? Debunk the myth.

Oils can help your skin regulate sebum production. For example, jojoba oil mimics your skin’s sebum so well.

it can actually trick your body into thinking it’s produced enough sebum and therefore might be beneficial to those suffering from overactive sebaceous glands.

High quality, cold pressed oils are lightweight and easily absorbed into your skin. Your skin will benefit from a daily use. Apply your favourite nourishing face oil at night-time if you prefer and benefit from an ultra-restorative boost.

Face Oils Clog Your Pores

Mineral oils and lanolin are comedogenic. High-quality botanical oils such as camellia, macadamia, jojoba, marula oil and squalene are non-comedogenic and can help draw excess sebum from pores. Sebums are the oily secretions of the sebaceous glands that act as a lubricant for the hair and skin and provide some protection against bacteria. These high quality oils are also great emollients and can repair skin barrier function.

So the myth that face oil will clog your pores really depend on the type of oil you use.

Face Oils and Acne-prone Skin

Acne-prone skin is often due to a combined number of factors such as diet, health, hormones, etc.).  However, using face oil on your skin won’t worsen your acne.

It all depends on the type of oils you use. A number of oils, such as tea tree oil, have antibacterial properties which can help destroy P. acnes bacteria and prevent breakouts from spreading or getting infected.  The anti-inflammatory properties in camellia, mandarin and pumpkin seed soothe the skin and can reduce redness and irritation that also comes with acne.

So therefore your skin may benefit from certain oils.

Moisturiser vs Face Oil

Moisturizers attract water into your skin, while face oils seal that moisture in.  Moisturisers contain a number of ingredients that will hydrate and nourish your skin, but have limited oil content.  Face oils, on the other hand, are entirely composed of plant-derived fats that have adequate lipid content necessary to build a barrier and create a waterproof seal to prevent water and moisture from evaporating.

For good results, your skincare routine should include moisturiser followed by a face oil to lock in the moisture.

Face oil penetrates deep into the skin and doesn't leave any greasy residue as long as you use the right oils.