Introducing 5 outstanding facial oils to help your skin survive fresh and nourished through the winter, as recommended by the Beauty Editor of Semperey
It’s a fact of life that the effects of weather and central heating can cause dryness of the skin so it’s important to take time to replenish, nourish and moisturise our skin . Serums, creams, balms and lotions, whilst having their place in our skincare routine, do not always fully nourish the skin as intensively as a good facial oil, which can be the ideal solution to combat the effects of changing UK weather. Many exquisite blends contain luxury organic oils that are rich and silky, absorb fairly rapidly, provide for deep skin restoration and create a protective layer to lock the moisture in. So we decided to test the best products on the market that contain exotic and delightfully fragrant rare oils – and below you see the results – and our favourites!
Viridian – Ultimate Beauty Organic Rose Oil
Viridian Oils have received considerable attention due to their luxurious formulations and effectiveness. Viridian Facial Oil is a newly released product for 2012. The exquisite rose oil is particularly worth a mention as the scent is just heavenly!
The Ultimate Beauty Organic Rose Oil is a rich and gentle blend which certainly soothes the skin upon application. The oil also works very well in combination with the balm. It can be used any time during the day, but works particularly well at night when it has ample time to be absorbed – thus keeping the hydration levels high. This gives the skin a beautiful peachy complexion and makes it look younger, radiant and glowing.
The products all come packaged in an origami style box depicting beautiful images. Key ingredients are Rose, Neroli, Sea Buckthorn and Evening Primrose Oil.
£32 for 15ml at www.viridian-nutrition.com
Suti Organic Skincare – Rejuvenate Organic Face Oil and Nourish Organic Face Oil for Night
Suti Skincare products are amazingly nourishing and luxurious, formulated for good absorption. The textures contain a myriad of nourishing ingredients that support the skin at a deep level. The range is certified organic and utilizes aromatherapy, homeopathy and even crystal healing! The blends are 100% natural, with oils and butters cold pressed.
‘Rejuvenate’ face oil has an exotic scent and is luxuriously rich and silky. The moisture is drawn deep into the skin regardless of how dehydrated the skin is and provides excellent replenishment. The key Ingredients are Rosehip Seed Oil and Evening Primrose Oil, Argan Oil & Frankincense.
Frankincense has significant regenerative qualities and an exotic fragrance. Blended with other equally active and nourishing oils it creates a product of a pure indulgence. The oil is packaged into sleek glass bottles with a pipette for easy dispensing thus avoiding wastage. Also available from Suti, is wonderful nighttime oil – luxurious, highly absorbable and rich in nutrients.
£28.00 for 30ml at
www.suti.co.uk
Liz Earle – Superskin Concentrate
The award-winning Superskin concentrate is lighter in texture, application and absorption than some of the other oils on the market. This is a great product to use when a quick cure for dryness is needed. Following application of the Superskin Concentrate skin appears flawless and even toned with no real need for a foundation. The main active ingredients are Rosehip Oil and Argan Oil, both of which are known for their deeply nourishing and regenerative properties. Essential oils of Neroli, lavender and chamomile also grace this golden citrus scented oil. Other ingredients are Vitamin E, Avocado Oil and Hazelnut Oil. It comes packaged in a slim glass bottle with a plastic pump dispenser for ease of use. With a strong citrus scent and an immediate rebalancing effect it is the perfect oil for daily usage.
Price is £38.75 for 28 ml bottle. Other sizes are available. www.uk.lizearle.com
Dr. Alkaitis – Nourishing Treatment Oil
All of the ingredients in the Dr. Alkaitis range are cold pressed, and cold blended, so they are effectively raw products with all of the nutritive elements whole and intact.
This luxurious award-winning treatment oil has outstanding absorption properties and provides instant deep hydration upon application. A pure delight to apply it is reminiscent of a visit to the best florist, enveloping you in delicious scents of floral sprays. The base oil is virgin cold pressed Jojoba, St. John’s Wort and Andean Mountain Rose Hip Seed Oils. Other ingredients include Vitamin E, Turmeric, Indian Ginger, White Sandalwood, White Egyptian Lotus and Sea Buckthorn. The highlights of using Dr. Alkaitis Oil, is that the oil is designed for a facial treatment, and thus feels slightly more intensive. This heavenly oil is packaged in a beautiful pale grey contemporary bottle with the signature logo of the orchid on the lid. The oil is the largest size at 120 ml, so there is enough to extend the indulgent treatment to your hair and body too.
Price 79.00 EURO for 120 ml (approx. £65.00 at the time of writing)
Green People – Rejuvenating Facial Oil
Green people have created a vast range of natural products that are high quality, yet affordable. Many products have multiple certifications such as Soil Association certification and Organic Food Certification.
The key ingredients in the Green People facial oil are Organic Jojoba, Rosehip and Rose Geranium. Other active ingredients include Avocado Oil, natural vitamin E, Thistle Seed Oil and Rosemary Oil. The consistency of Green People facial oil is luxurious yet light and the product is beautifully scented. The oil is also very refreshing, leaving the skin pleasantly hydrated and with elasticity restored. Many oils tend to work slowly, whereas with the Green People facial oil, great stimulation and vitality is more immediate leaving the skin feeling balanced and smooth. The oil is packaged in a glass bottle with an easy to use pump dispenser.
Price £16.95 for 30 ml at www.greenpeople.co.uk
By Sarah Ince
