Written By Gloria Kopp / Reviewed By Ray Spotts

Face oils are skincare solutions. They work with the natural oils of our skin and help keep our skin nourished. “Our skin naturally makes oils and lipids, which help prevent water loss from our skin and keep it hydrated,” says Dr. Noelani Gonzalez, director of cosmetic dermatology, Mount Sinai, New York City. “Face oils are substances that help compliment our natural oils.”

Being plant-based, facial oils can help with your anti-aging routine and skin hydration providing healing and antibacterial properties - and the benefits are endless.  These oils are a powerhouse of fatty acids, antioxidants, and other nutrients.

All these things nourish the skin and protect it from the harsh winter weather. When the dry winter weather makes your skin dry and dull, nourishing oils can help restore your skin. Read on to find some of the endless benefits of using face oil this winter.

Say goodbye to wrinkles with face nourishing oils this winter

Facial oils prevent further aging because of their antioxidant properties. Along with antioxidants, there are other ingredients also that produce collagen, which increases skin elasticity.

The best way to use facial oil is after cleansing your face at night, before sleeping, and dabbing a small amount of your favorite oil on your face. If you have shiny skin, then use grapeseed oil. It is non-greasy along with anti-aging, beautifully fragrant, and light to use.

Save your skin from dryness with face nourishing oils this winter

When plummeting temperatures deprive your skin of its moisture, facial oils are the ideal antidote. Using just a pea-sized drop of any soothing oil will not only help you sleep better, but you will wake up with soft, beautiful skin the next morning.

Oils can be more beneficial than over-the-counter lotions and creams when it comes to having beautifully moisturized skin. Oils are lipophilic and penetrate better in the skin. Oil seals the moisture of your skin, and your skin stays moisturized longer.

“Always apply oils after the skin has been freshly washed or splashed with water,” says New York-based holistic facialist Julia March. “The oil will hold that extra water on the skin and help the skin to rebalance itself faster.”  

Protect your skin with face nourishing oils this winter

Using your other products with face oil increases its absorption into the skin. The reason is the presence of active ingredients like glycolic acid and retinol. The absorption takes place with the help of oil molecules.

Our skin and face oils have some similar ingredients, like ceramides and fatty acids. These skin-identical ingredients make oils welcomed by the skin, and they are readily accepted and absorbed.

The absorbed oil then acts as a barrier. It locks the hydrating ingredients and moisture in a while, keeping out dust, pollutants, toxins, and protects from harmful rays from the sun. “Oil creates a lipid barrier over the skin, and it can speed up the skin’s healing process and repair,” March concurs.

Rash relaxation with face nourishing oils this winter

Some facial oils have anti-inflammatory agents like omega-3 fatty acids. They prevent rashes as well as soothe and calm the irritated skin. These anti-inflammatory agents also help with dryness, eczema, acne, or even rosacea.

Geranium oil helps in reducing redness caused by rosacea. Yangu and argan oil are best for skin irritations caused by anti-aging products.

A primer for your makeup with face nourishing oils this winter

Need a perfect canvas for your makeup? Without exaggeration, facial oils have the answer. Face oils like pumpkin seed and mandarin quickly absorb into the skin, hydrating the areas that lack moisture, giving you soft, silky skin in no time.

Oils have fat-soluble vitamins, which act as a skin conditioner. Applying a little oil before makeup can prepare a smooth skin for your foundation and other makeup.

Reduce enlarged pores with face nourishing oils this winter

Using facial oil can balance your skin’s natural oil production. Oils remove dirt, grime, fat from pores, and minimize them. They also dissolve extra sebum and don’t cause pimples or acne.

It is a myth that facial oils can cause acne, create an imbalance with skin’s natural oil production, etc. Instead, they can keep your skin hydrated, soft, and nourished.

Conclusion

While choosing a face oil, don’t pick a too heavy one. Heavy oils have large molecules that sit on the skin and clog pores. Select lighter oils. They have small molecules that penetrate the skin and allow it to breathe.

Use face oil before moisturizing or mixing it with your moisturizer, but be very specific while selecting an oil for your skin. It is advisable to consult a dermatologist to select the right oil for your skin type.

Looking for 100% chemical-free, all-natural nourishing face and body oils? Check out Earth & Elm Nourishing Face Oil and Earth & Elm Nourishing Body Oil. Subscribe to our Trusted Health Club newsletter for more information about natural living tips, natural health, oral care, skincare, body care and foot care. If you are looking for more health resources check out the Trusted Health Resources list. 

Written By:

Gloria Kopp is currently working as a Business Manager at the EssaysnAssignments. She has done great work in helping out people, and has also shaped many lives with this notion. Apart from this, she also owns an online service where she aids people - especially students with their academic works. 

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Founder Ray Spotts has a passion for all things natural and has made a life study of nature as it relates to health and well-being. Ray became a forerunner bringing products to market that are extraordinarily effective and free from potentially harmful chemicals and additives. For this reason Ray formed Trusted Health Products, a company you can trust for clean, effective, and healthy products. Ray is an organic gardener, likes fishing, hiking, and teaching and mentoring people to start new businesses. You can get his book for free, “How To Succeed In Business Based On God’s Word,” at www.rayspotts.com.

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