Top-Rated Face Oils at Sephora
Here Are the Face Oils Other Sephora Shoppers Are Loving ’Cause They’re Slick Like That
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If you're trying to banish problem skin this winter, a bottle of face oil could actually be just the thing you need.
It's obviously important to restore moisture to dry skin, but what about for people who run oily? It may sound just plain silly to put the same thing on your face that you're trying to get rid of, but face oils actually can work for all skin types.
If skin is stripped of its natural oils, that can cause it to go into overdrive trying to replace them . . . resulting in even more oil and sebum buildup. Ugh. However, a facial oil can rebalance an oily complexion by keeping the skin hydrated and convincing those oil glands to just chill for a bit.
What's more, face oils can help foundation go on smoother, provide extra overnight hydration when added to night cream, and even act as a protective barrier for the outer layer of your skin like a shield against that biting wind chill. Sephora shoppers are loving these products . . . and they can't all have dry skin.
Whether you'd like to try a 100 percent pure argan option or you're looking to learn more about virgin marula or camellia flower, there's a face oil on this list for you.
Tatcha Gold Camellia Beauty Oil
Yes, there are actual crushed 23-karat gold flakes in the Tatcha Gold Camellia Beauty Oil ($95), but this face oil also offers nourishment with oil from Japan's flowering camellia tree. It's rich in moisture-locking essential fatty acids and antioxidants, and it sinks into skin (or the rest of your body, including your hair) quickly. The aforementioned gold leaves a subtle glimmer wherever it's applied, and this product also includes Tatcha's proprietary blend of green tea, rice, and algae for when you want to look glowing, not greasy. Oh, and there are 30,000 hearts for it from other Sephora shoppers as well.
Youth to the People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Oil
It's a bird, it's a plane . . . it's a superberry? With 30,000 hearts (and 4.7 out of 5 stars), the Youth to the People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Oil ($44) earns that super name, and rating, due to powerful fruits packed inside. Maqui squashes free radicals and fights signs of ageing; açai rejuvenates dull skin with omega-3, -6, and -9 to boost collagen; goji adds in essential fatty acids and vitamins C and E to soften the appearance of fine lines; and prickly pear hydrates and reduces hyperpigmentation.
Sunday Riley U.F.O. Ultra-Clarifying Face Oil
If you're plagued by acne or would like to reduce acne discolorations from years past, the Sunday Riley U.F.O. Ultra-Clarifying Face Oil ($40-$80) boasts 1.5 percent salicylic acid to clear out gunk that can cause blackheads or congest pores, leaving smoother skin behind. It also includes tea tree oil and black cumin seed oil to keep skin clear and licorice root to naturally brighten dark spots. It also features chamomile and neroli to soothe blemish-prone skin — and has earned more than 80,000 hearts with more than 1,000 reviews at Sephora.
Innisfree Green Tea Hydrating Cleansing Oil
The top-rated Innisfree Green Tea Hydrating Cleansing Oil ($22) is a cleansing oil that works to dissolve makeup without stripping skin in the process. Its key ingredient is organic green tea from Korea's Jeju Island — the extract from this plant replenishes hydration while producing tiny bubbles while you're lathering up your face.
Jack Black Epic Moisture MP10 Nourishing Oil
Jack Black Epic Moisture MP10 Nourishing Oil ($35) has 10 natural oils to impart, well, epic moisture. There's moisturising argan oil with natural anti-inflammatory benefits, olive fruit oil to soften skin and hydrate without clogging pores, and jojoba oil that creates a lubricating, protective cushion, just to name a few. This item has earned a notable 4.7 out of 5 stars in Sephora reviews and works great as a pre-shave oil (to go under shaving cream), an oil to use while shaving (instead of shaving cream), and as a face oil — or even as a beard conditioner.
Rodin Olio Lusso Luxury Face Oil — Lavender Absolute
Rodin Olio Lusso Luxury Face Oil — Lavender Absolute ($96-$170) packs in antibacterial lavender to help fight breakouts, and sweet almond oil, argan oil, and apricot seed oil to fight off dry, dull skin. And, while the sweet, relaxing scent is especially nice before bed, this oil can work as a skin-smoothing primer and even be tapped onto your cheekbones, nose, and forehead as a natural highlighter for daytime.
Drunk Elephant Virgin Marula Antioxidant Face Oil
Drunk Elephant Virgin Marula Antioxidant Face Oil ($40-$72) is made of 100 percent marula kernel oil, which comes from the fruit of the African tree of the same name. This provides antioxidants and essential omegas 6 and 9, which nourish and revive skin and protect against free radicals and other environmental stressors. With more than 1,000 reviews and 130,000 loves, the product clearly has plenty of fans who've used it to reduce their fine lines and blotchiness, too.
Ren Clean Skincare Bio Retinoid Anti-Wrinkle Concentrate Oil
Ren Clean Skincare Bio Retinoid Anti-Wrinkle Concentrate Oil ($69) sets itself apart from many other retinol oils and creams in that its retinoids come from plants, resulting in naturally derived vitamin A. This mimics the results of retinol — visibly younger, firmer, and brighter skin — without the harsh side effects (like flakiness, stinging, or redness) that some people report from synthetic retinol. Plus, it's earned more than 10,000 hearts from Sephora shoppers, too.
La Mer The Renewal Oil
La Mer The Renewal Oil ($130-$245) takes dry, winter-dehydrated skin and rejuvenates it using the brand's iconic "Miracle Broth" of hand-harvested sea kelp and other naturally fermented nutrients and minerals. Then, as you use this face oil day after day (and night after night), your skin's natural barrier becomes stronger, which means skin feels softer, looks tighter, and stays hydrated forevermore.
Sephora Collection Multi-Purpose Oil
The Sephora Collection Multi-Purpose Oil ($8) actually comes in three different options: nourishing coconut for soft skin (or hair), purifying hempseed to soothe, or jojoba to smooth and protect. It's also not hard to love the price, especially if you're just getting started with oils and you're not sure what you'll like yet. Dabble away.
Herbivore Emerald Hemp Seed Deep Moisture Glow Oil
The top-rated Herbivore Emerald Hemp Seed Deep Moisture Glow Oil ($48) packs skin-softening squalane with hemp seed oil to calm even the most stressed winter skin, without THC or CBD. It's rich in vitamin E, omega fatty acids, and in Sephora reviews with more than 30,000 hearts and a 4.5 out of 5 star rating on the site.
Briogeo B. Well Organic + Cold-Pressed 100% Castor Oil
Briogeo B. Well Organic + Cold-Pressed 100% Castor Oil ($26) is an organic cold-pressed castor oil that is rich in omega fatty acids and vitamin E and acts as a natural humectant to attract and lock in moisture. This oil can be used on your skin and can also condition eyebrows, scalp, and even cuticles. It's also sustainable, making it especially cool — and it's got 20,000 loves at Sephora. The fair-trade oil gives directly back to the community of India's Kutch district where it comes from, helping to build schools, improve infrastructure, and even plant trees.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Hydrating Oil
Anastasia Beverly Hills Hydrating Oil ($45) includes of blend of botanical extracts including jojoba (to balance oil), meadowfoam (to reduce fine lines), borage seed (to hydrate), lovage leaf (to tone), and black currant (to bring back glow). Not only do those ingredients offer impressive hydration, but adding this oil to foundation before applying it can help prevent a cakey look, too. In case you're still unsure: 100 percent of Sephora shoppers who reviewed this product would recommend it.
Clarins Santal Face Treatment Oil
The Clarins Santal Face Treatment Oil ($59) not only contains sandalwood extracts (as its name implies), but it's also made of 100 percent pure plant extracts including cardamom and lavender. The resulting formula — which has earned five out of five stars from Sephora shoppers — helps to soothe red, irritated skin and can be a seasonal saver by working to prevent future moisture loss when added to your night cream. As a bonus, it works as a stress reducer — warm a few drops between your hands and deeply inhale the aroma.
Biossance 100% Sugarcane Squalane
Your body produces a version of something called squalane to keep your skin and hair hydrated, but that production starts to decline in your 20s. The top-rated Biossance 100% Sugarcane Squalane ($32) sources its squalane from renewable sugarcane and can replenish moisture and calm redness when used as a face oil (or smoothed on your entire body).
Josie Maran 100 Percent Pure Argan Oil
If you're trying to say goodbye to free radicals and other lurking environmental threats to your skin, say hello to Josie Maran 100 Percent Pure Argan Oil ($17-$96).
This popular argan oil is cold-pressed, 100 percent eco-certified organic, and encased in a special amber glass bottle. Not only do the noteworthy bottles filter out the blue and ultraviolet light that can reduce the product's effectiveness, but also their purchase supports the social and economic welfare of the women's cooperatives in Morocco where they're produced. (There are also more than 7,000 reviews and 120,000 hearts from Sephora shoppers.)
