BEAUTY DOSSIER

All skin types need oil

DISCOVER WHICH OILS ARE SUITED TO YOUR SKIN TYPE AND HOW TO INCORPORATE THEM INTO YOUR BEAUTY ROUTINE.

FACIAL OILS: A PRECIOUS SKINCARE STEP FOR ALL SKIN TYPES

Do you think oils are only for dry skin? Think again! This outdated misconception that oils clog pores, make the skin greasy, and cause acne is no longer true. We now know that oils are among the best allies for restoring the skin barrier and sealing in hydration. Plant oils offer remarkable benefits for all skin types, including combination and oily skin, by helping regulate sebum production. Applied as the final step in your evening routine, they help reveal smooth, radiant skin in the morning. Discover which oils are suited to your skin type and how to incorporate them into your beauty routine.

THE UNIVERSAL BENEFITS OF FACIAL OILS

Plant oils are true beauty allies, whatever your skin type. Their secret? A unique composition of essential fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants that work deep within the skin.

SKIN BARRIER PROTECTION

Your skin has a natural barrier that protects it from external aggressors. Plant oils strengthen this barrier by supplying the lipids needed for it to function properly. The result: stronger, better-protected skin.

ANTIOXIDANT ACTION

Oils are rich in natural antioxidants that fight free radicals, which are responsible for skin aging. Vitamin E, found in high amounts in these oils, is your best anti-aging ally.

HYDRATION REGULATION

Contrary to popular belief, oils do not make the skin greasy. They help maintain the skin’s moisture balance by locking water into the tissues while also regulating sebum production.

GRESSA SKIN Purifying Oil

ANIMA MUNDI Organic Jojoba Oil

FOR NORMAL TO OILY SKIN

Applying oil to skin that is already oily may seem counterintuitive. Yet it is exactly what your skin needs because oils send a message to your skin that it is sufficiently hydrated and does not need to overproduce sebum. Drying out combination to oily skin damages the lipid barrier and creates a vicious cycle: the more dehydrated the skin becomes, the more sebum it will produce to compensate. Applying lightweight oils with small molecular structures that do not clog pores helps gradually restore balance. Some oils also have natural purifying properties and help reduce inflammation.

Jojoba oil

Its composition, which is close to sebum, makes it an ideal ally for regulating sebum production. It is lightweight and non-greasy.

Apricot kernel oil

Lightweight and balancing, it absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy film.

Grapeseed oil

Its astringent action helps tighten pores. It contains linoleic acid, known for its ability to regulate sebum production. It also offers antioxidant properties to fight free radicals.

Black seed oil

Its purifying properties make it an ally for acne-prone skin. It helps regulate sebum production.

PRACTICAL GUIDE

How to apply oils for normal to oily skin

The perfect timing: Apply in the evening, when the skin is more receptive to skincare, because the skin renews and regenerates during the night. If your skin is normal to combination, morning application is also possible by adjusting the amount.

The ideal application technique

1. Apply to skin that is slightly damp from toner. The toner will help the oil absorb and prevent it from leaving a greasy residue.

2. Place 2-3 drops of oil into the palm of your hand

3. Warm the oil between your hands

4. Gently press onto the face, do not pull on the skin

5. Use light upward movements

Mistakes to avoid

• Do not overload the skin: 2-3 drops are enough

• Avoid applying to dry skin

• Oil is the final step of a routine. It is important to apply it after moisturizer because it helps seal in hydration and makes the previous skincare steps more effective. If oils are applied too early in a routine, they can even prevent later products from being absorbed.

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OPTIMIZATION

Seasonal adjustments

• Summer: Use very lightweight oils and reduce the amount

• Winter: You can slightly increase the amount if needed depending on the humidity level in the region where you live. The colder and drier it is, the more your skin needs protection and nourishment.

See our feature: HYDRATE YOUR SKIN ACCORDING TO THE CLIMATE