Face oils are like the cake frosting of skincare. Layered on as the last step, a face oil helps lock in moisture to keep everything underneath soft and hydrated. Contrary to popular belief, face oils themselves don’t actually hydrate (oil and water!) but they are a key ingredient in making your skin stay plump and radiant for years to come. The best face oils won’t just leave your skin looking slick, but will actually deliver a potent dose of active ingredients, too. Ahead, the 10 face oils we love to pat on our skin morning and night.
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Once you fall in love with this oil’s elegant texture and delicious scent, you’ll also fall in love with the results. Red algae and niacinamide help brighten, firm, and boost collagen production without leaving a greasy finish.
Marula seed oil is packed with antioxidants like vitamin E, omega-6, and nine fatty acids—so this is like a daily multivitamin for your face. Great for sensitive skin, we love to wear this oil alone or add a few drops into our moisturizer.
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Over 30 years in the making, this face oil from Augustinus Bader absorbs quickly, so you can apply SPF and makeup within minutes. The blend of luxurious natural oils are packed with amino acids and potent vitamins to keep skin looking healthy and radiant.
This fan-favorite oil uses squalane, evening primrose, and lavender to not only lull you to sleep—but to restore your skin overnight. The next morning your skin looks totally refreshed.
The blend of honey, sea buckthorn, and five flower oils help restore lost moisture and soften fine lines and wrinkles. Plus, we love that you can also run it through your hair.
Don’t be confused by the name; Vintner’s Daughter Active Botanical Serum is the only face oil you’ll ever need. Boasting 22 nutrient-rich botanicals and cold-pressed botanical and essential oils, it’s the ultimate restorative blend. Use it last in your skin care routine to seal in moisture and ensure a serious glow.
Why use both an oil and a vitamin C serum when you can combine the two? That’s the genius of Sunday Riley’s C.E.O Glow, which also includes turmeric to help brighten and soothe.
This popular face oil pick gets points for feeling lightweight while bringing dry, flaky skin back to life. That’s thanks to the organic noni extract, rosehip oil, pomegranate oil, and sea buckthorn oil.
Fans of The Ordinary’s 100% Organic Cold Pressed Rose Hip Seed Oil say it helps keep skin healthy without causing any irritation or breakouts.
Bulgarian rose, camelina, plum, and avocado oils give skin an instant glow. Press a few drops into your skin after applying a serum or moisturizer.
This article originally appeared in Harper’s BAZAAR US
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