As we explain in our guide to the science of face oil, adding this one step to the end of your skincare routine of an evening can completely overhaul your complexion – which means finding the best face oil for you can be the difference between dull and glowing skin.
Not only do face oils help fight the signs of ageing, they can also be strong antioxidants for the skin. And it’s a myth that people with oily skin can’t use them.
To help you discover which face oils are best for different skin concerns, we’ve handpicked oils that do as they promise, with something to suit all budgets in our list below.
And if you have a favourite we haven’t included, let us know on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter!
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£55 | Buy now from Boots
Why we love it: Since Huda Kattan first launched her skincare brand Wishful with the original Yo Glow Enzyme Scrub, she’s had nothing but praise for how good people’s skin felt after using it.
Her skincare range has since grown to add more amazing products – ranging from the Wishful Chin Lift to a Moisturiser Jelly Balm that smells lush – and the latest addition is a face oil.
With a unique blend of Rosehip and Damascus Rose oils, combined with 13 other skin-loving oils, this is the MacDaddy of face oils.
Leaving the skin more even, brighter and smoother, these Damascus Rose oil, in particular, is renowned to soothe and clarify the skin while locking in moisture. While Rosehip Oil reduces dark spots and fine lines.
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Why we love it: We love The Ordinary here at mamabella, and it regularly appears in our Best Buys lists due to the fact it’s affordable and effective.
Its Rosehip Seed Oil is cold-pressed and organic, why cold-pressed? It means there is no additional heat or oxygen used to make this, meaning no nutrients are lost, meaning no compromises.
Rosehip Seed Oil is rich in linoleic acid which gives skin moisture and makes it look plump without clogging it up. It also helps fend off UV rays and air pollution. The bottle is UV protected so you won’t lose the benefit if it’s stored outside the beauty cabinet.
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£56.95 | Buy now from Cocunat
Why we love it: Cocunat was formed in 2013 and it’s proudly toxic-free. The brand eliminates more than 9,000 substances from its products and has is part of a movement that ensures regulations are updated to make cosmetics safer. This also goes someway towards justifying the high price of its products, but they’re worth it, we assure you!
Containing 21 natural oils including sesame, sunflower, jojoba, sweet almond, this oil isn’t exaggerating by calling itself transformative and its main ingredients are:
In tests, 89% of people noticed smoother and silkier skin, and 80% saw a brighter and more revitalised complexion.
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Why we love it: Can you keep a secret? We’ve had the fortunate conversation with a number of beauty therapists and when they are in training, they are always recommended to use brands that are not in the mainstream. To keep customers coming back!
Kaeos is one of the brands that skincare experts love because it’s full of natural derived ingredients and essential treatment formulas to deliver effective and luxurious professional results.
This Elixir Facial Oil is like a dream and it feels great on the skin by giving it an intense hydration. It also contains the antioxidants pomegranate and mulberry. This is suitable for all skin types and we love the smell.
A little goes a long way with this face oil too.
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£40 | Buy now from Feelunique
Why we love it: Kiehl’s nighttime oil is full of distilled botanicals that restore the appearance of younger looking skin by morning!
Think of this as a supplement for your skin. We love the smell of the Lavender essential oil, it’s relaxing and very calming before bedtime.
With just a few drops each night, the Midnight Recovery Facial Oil reduces the appearance of fine lines, leaving skin feeling smoother and firmer. It absorbs well into the skin because it has a lightweight texture. Worth the higher price tag in our opinion.
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£45 | Buy now from Cult Beauty
Why we love it: Like Kiehl’s version, this night oil reduces signs of ageing overnight with the help of retinol.
It helps reduce visible lines and wrinkles and correct signs of damage caused by the sun. Containing cold-pressed extracts of avocado, chia and concord grape seed combined, this oil also gives skin strength, resilience and radiance.
We love this night oil gives us clear, soft and blemish-free skin, while fine lines and wrinkles are reduced.
Other ingredients include blue tansy, which is a powerful skin-soothing, anti-inflammatory ingredient that reduces redness and helps calm signs of skin stress. This night oil also tackles common issues like eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, rosacea and acne.
Luna Sleeping Night Oil comes in two sizes 15ml for £45 and 35ml for £85.
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Why we love it: If you have dull and dry-looking skin, The Body Shop Oils for Life Intensely Revitalising Facial Oil is a must-have.
It contains three cold-pressed seeds: Black cumin seed oil, camellia seed oil and rosehip seed oil – to nourish the skin.
Despite seeming quite thick when it’s in your hands, this face oil actually has a lightweight feel without residue or stickiness.
It simply leaves the skin velvety soft, toned and healthy looking.
We love how Oils of Life rejuvenated our skin, there was a sense of richness to it, we especially loved the recommended method of applying which was to add two-three drops rubbed between the palm of our hands and just inhaling the scent to send us off on a relaxing journey.
It is a popular face oil that The Body Shop has created a 50ml size for £38.
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£10 | Buy now from Revolution
Why we love it: Revolution does great skincare and this lovely overnight pamper oil contains squalene, evening primrose oil and lavender oil.
Working overnight to keep the skin looking restored and smooth, the skin has a natural radiance, thanks to jojoba seed oil, sweet almond oil, grape oil, sunflower seed oil.
What we love about this face oil is that it isn’t heavy at all, it keeps your skin hydrated overnight with a relaxing lavender scent.
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