I started slathering oil on my face when oil slathering wasn’t cool.
Since natural beauty oils have been used since way back in the day (think ancient Egypt) I went on my very own modern day oil hunt six years ago to see what all the fuss was about. Treasure in hand I made the rookie mistake of dispensing the entire eyedropper of oil onto my face. When it never absorbed and I looked like a plate of melted butter, I thought…this is not for me!
With a new technique (just two drops will do) and many decadent beauty oils later, I’m here to tell you, I’ve struck liquid gold. My skin is even, hydrated and I no longer suffer from product related breakouts. Here are a few of my favorites, what they do, and how to use them. Remember, switching to beauty oils will take some getting used to, but after a week, I bet you’ll never go back. ~Brandee
Seaberry For Dry Skin: Parched skin needs deep hydration. Seaberry oil is widely known for packing a punch of Omegas and keeping skin soft and supple. Fresh Seaberry Moisturizing Face Oil
Argan For Oily Skin: This beauty oil, harvested from Morocco, has the unique ability to restore balance to oily skin. That’s right, oil for the oily. Rejoice! Acure Organics 100% Certified Organic Argan Oil.
Rosemary For Fine/Medium Hair: Rather than coating the hair with an artificial wax conditioner and creating a temporary fix, most hair oils penetrate the hair and are easy to wash out. Weleda Rosemary Hair Oil
Olive For Course/Thick Hair: This rich beauty oil hydrates but also tames frizz, adds shine and smooths hair. Bragg Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Rosehip For Body: Full of antioxidants and essential fatty acids, rosehip oil is great for your sensitive face or body. Trilogy Aromatic Body Oil
Coconut-The All Purpose Oil : Coconut oil is the best of the best for all skin and hair types with nourishing vitamin E. As with all beauty oils, use sparingly to avoid greasy skin. Trader Joe’s Organic Virgin Coconut Oil
Photography by Maryanne Cabrera
Brandee’s Chic Tip: Want to know how much is enough? Use two drops of oil for your face, 10 to 15 for your hair and a quarter size when using an all over moisturizer. If it doesn’t begin to absorb after 5 minutes, cut back on the amount. Have questions about the right oil for you? I’ve got tons of suggestions! Ask away!
