It seems counter-intuitive, liberally applying oil on faces we’re all just trying to matte-ify but, unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last couple of months, you’ve probably been sold on all of the incredible benefits of cleansing and moisturizing facial oils. Oils are notorious for balancing out your natural oil production (subbing the “bad” oils on your skin for better ones), making you appear glowy and hydrating just as well as your favorite night cream. Cleansing oils melt away makeup without stripping the skin and are a kinder, gentler way to wash the day off. Great for acne-prone skin and dry skin alike, introducing a cleansing oil is an easy way to add oomph to your skincare routine. Today, our contributor, Chelsea Jackson of Hazel + Scout, is here with 10 fantastic facial oils and all the ways they’ll show love to your skin…
Sunday Riley U.F.O. Ultra-Clarifying Face Oil ($80): This oil has a cult following and it’s easy to see why. It’s a dry oil that practically disappears into the skin leaving your face smooth and refreshed while the salicylic acid in this acne miracle product simultaneously treats blemishes—win/win!
Josie Maran Argan Cleansing Oil ($32): Gentle and all-natural, this luxurious oil is made with nourishing argan oil that moisturizes skin while removing makeup and grime from throughout the day. It’s perfect for dry, winter skin!
Burt’s Bees Facial Cleansing Oil with Coconut & Argan Oils ($15.99): My first foray into the world of cleansing oils, this oil is super user-friendly and affordable. It’s a great way to dip your toes (or face) in to see if you like the idea of using an oil in lieu of a traditional cleanser.
Herbivore Lapis Balancing Facial Oil ($72): Good for oily, normal and combination skin, this oil is made from pure and natural plant oils and absorbs quickly to drive moisture, vitamins, fatty acids and antioxidants into your skin. Bonus points for this pretty packing…that’s a #shelfie I can get behind!
Boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil ($32): This is a tried-and-true favorite full of anti-aging and hydrating nutrients that’s strong enough to remove even waterproof makeup. This oil is rich in vitamin E and is renowned for taking off even the longest wear foundations and darkest eyeliners.
Fresh Seaberry Skin Nutrition Cleansing Oil ($42): Perfect for cleansing skin while maintaining natural oil levels, this cleanser leaves your skin soft even after stripping away a full face of makeup (mascara included!).
BareMinerals Oil Obsessed Total Cleansing Oil ($30): Ultra-lightweight and comforting, this cleansing oil dissolves makeup and leaves your skin feeling moisturized but not greasy. It gets extra points for the lavender and tangerine scent.
Shu Uemura Porefinist Anti-Shine Fresh Cleansing Oil ($34): I’m down for anything that shrinks the appearance of pores and this cleansing oil does just that! Formulated for acne-prone skin, this oil is perfect for regulating oily T-Zones and gentle enough for ladies with eczema.
Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Oil ($28): This powerful oil dissolves impurities and all traces of makeup. Since it’s free of fragrance, it won’t irritate sensitive skin or cause breakouts. Score!
Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil ($32): It starts as an oil and emulsifies with water into a milky cleanser that’s capable of washing away even the most stubborn makeup without over-drying the skin. The Midnight Recovery Concentrate is my holy grail skincare product and I’m so excited to try its cleaning oil counterpart!
