Why You Should Add a Little Oil to Your Skincare Routine

Sometimes when we talk about oil as it relates to skin, we’re referring to specific concerns like shine or breakouts. In a lot of ways, though, oil can be a good thing for your skin. No matter what your skin type is, you want to use products that help nourish, protect, and preserve the natural oils and moisture in your skin. There are some oil-based cleansers and moisturizing products formulated with superfoods and other powerful natural ingredients that promote nourished, radiant-looking skin. 

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Cleansing Oils

Opting for a cleansing oil over a traditional face wash can be a soothing, gentle way to clean your skin without losing any of its natural moisture. Look for products formulated with natural ingredients with properties that promote hydration and a thorough clean. Pineapple enzyme, for example, is a natural exfoliant. Having it in your cleansing oil helps wash away impurities built up in your pores so your skin is left looking and feeling brighter. When pineapple enzyme is paired with a natural anti-inflammatory like guava fruit, you get an added boost of protection.

Those with oil-prone skin shouldn’t shy away from trying a cleansing oil, either. There are some that, when in contact with water, create a milky texture, which is great for all skin types. Consider a product with a natural astringent like tea tree leaf, too. This powerful ingredient can help remove irritants from the skin, reduce the appearance of redness or irritation, protect against blemishes, and may have antibacterial benefits. What you get is a cleansing oil designed to help even oily skin look and feel brighter, clearer, and more beautiful. 

 Facial Oils

A facial oil can be a very versatile product to add to your skincare routine. It can be used after cleansing as an added boost of hydration, like you might use a serum or moisturizer, or as a primer before you apply your makeup. The best facial oils may also offer protection from environmental stressors. If you have normal, dry, or sensitive skin, look for one made from superfoods and natural ingredients like goji berry, baobab, and jojoba oil. Goji berry is loaded with vitamins and minerals that help promote radiant, healthy-looking skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines. Baobab boosts moisture levels to help soften and smooth the look of your skin. There are a number of benefits of jojoba oil for skin, too. It’s a natural anti-inflammatory, which helps reduce the appearance of redness caused by dry or irritated skin.

For those with oily or combination skin, consider a facial oil made from ingredients like argan, safflower, and chamomile. The vitamins and fatty acids in these natural sources help nourish and hydrate your skin, while reducing the excess natural oils that lead to shine. These ingredients also offer antioxidant properties to soothe and protect your skin from potential environmental damage.

By thoughtfully considering products with high-performing ingredients designed to target your specific skin type, there’s no reason a cleansing or facial oil can’t work for you. 

 About Akar Skin

Akar Skin seeks to nourish your skin from the inside out with formulations that begin with the ancient sea buckthorn and goji berries sourced straight from the Tibetan Plateau, bringing traditional healing to the contemporary green and clean beauty customer. The brand’s nutrient-dense formulas are made with over 70 plant-based superfoods to protect your skin while addressing and alleviating skin concerns like fine lines and dryness. The nutrient profiles of Akar Skin’s products contain vitamins, fatty acids, proteins, and minerals—ingredients that deliver real results. Akar Skin encourages mindfulness through skincare that is formulated to leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. In Tibetan, Akar means “white crystal.”

Learn more about Akar Skin’s products and mission at Akarskin.com

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