Avanti DalalPublished on Sep 19, 20228 face oils for smoother, healthier skinWe pick our favourites, ranging from a feather-light dry face oil that leaves no trace of grease to one that targets active breakoutsWe pick our favourites, ranging from a feather-light dry face oil that leaves no trace of grease to one that targets active breakoutsEverybody needs to use a face oil, even if you have oily skin. This is because oils thrive on the top layers of your skin, while water is on the inside, and a good omega-rich face oil actually mimics your own sebum to improve the skin’s barrier to reduce transepidermal moisture loss. More water in your skin means a bouncier complexion that feels supple, taut and bright. Here are eight of our favourite picks. Sunday Riley Juno Antioxidant Superfood Face OilShop here₹ 6,460Find that your skin is an oil slick by afternoon? You might need to include a face oil into your repertoire, because it helps to balance sebum levels to leave your skin feeling velvety smooth and actually less greasy. But if you hate sticky, thick formulas, this feather-light dry product has a blend of antioxidant-rich oils that helps improve elasticity, while repairing and soothing your skin. Kora Organics Noni Glow Face OilShop here₹ 5,850With nutrient-rich noni fruit extract, sea buckthorn oil, rosehip oil and pomegranate oil, you can be sure that this face oil will leave your skin feeling super bouncy, radiant and bright. It absorbs into the skin super quickly, so push-press it in after applying a hydrating serum and moisturiser for best results.Glossier FuturedewShop here₹ 2,070For those not a fan of a viscous texture, this oil-in-water emulsion is your best bet. It feels light but is still super rich, and works best when applied either at the end of your skincare routine, or as part of your make-up routine, particularly when you want a little extra dewiness on the high points of your face. A mix of oils gives you a thirst-quenching dose of moisture, while sugarcane squalane plumps immediately.Herbivore Botanicals Lapis Facial OilShop here₹ 5,735This oil is best for oily, combination and acne-prone skin, as it is designed to provide moisture without clogging pores at all. Azulene acts as an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial ingredient while reducing redness, and squalane acts as a light protective barrier to protect the skin.Charlotte Tilbury Collagen Superfusion Face OilShop here₹ 7,050This lightweight oil works alongside your skin’s natural oils to fortify your natural skin barrier, which locks in hydration and prevents transepidermal moisture loss. It is rich in a collagen complex which reduces water loss,leaving your skin feeling plumper, smoother and firmer.Aminu Nectar Radiance Face OilShop here₹ 3,550If you’re looking for a plant-based approach to retinol, this bakuchiol-spiked oil with vitamins C and E protects the skin from free radicals, while helping to improve collagen production and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It also has chilean boldo, which is an antioxidant that works to normalise melanin production, giving you a more even-toned complexion.Dermalogica Retinol Clearing Oil Face Oil Shop here₹ 6,000Retinol is the gold standard when it comes to anti-ageing and anti-acne ingredients, but it can leave your skin feeling dry, flaky and prone to peeling if you’re a newbie. This formula has retinol suspended in a lipid-based delivery system that optimises skin recovery to reduce pigmentation and the appearance of fine lines. It also has salicylic acid—another potentially irritating ingredient—to target active breakouts without drying out your skin.Kiehl's Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil Herbal ConcentrateShop here₹ 4,140This cannabis sativa seed-based oil helps to decrease visible redness, reduce inflammation, soothe irritation and boost your skin’s barrier, making it a multi-use oil that really works if you have sensitive, finicky skin. Also Read: 8 face mists that promise glowy, hydrated skinAlso Read: The ultimate in-flight skincare routine to follow, according to a glow-obsessed beauty editorAlso Read: 8 foundations to make dry skin glowy, bright and evenRead Next Read the Next Article
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