Do Facial Oils Work for Oily Skin?

Beautiful woman with facial oil on her face

 

HotChi Tips:

  • The right facial oil can be beneficial to all skin types, including oily skin.
  • Face oils are rich in essential nutrients, fatty acids, and antioxidants, providing essential hydration to the skin and helping regulate oil production to resolve imbalances.
  • Remember, finding the right oil for your skin may require some trial and error.

 

Why does skin get oily?

Oily skin can result from various factors, including genetics, hormonal fluctuations, and environmental influences. When the skin's natural oils are disrupted or depleted, the body overcompensates by producing excess sebum. This imbalance leads to a greasy complexion, enlarged pores, and potential breakouts.


Why oily skin needs face oil?

Contrary to popular belief, oily skin can benefit from the nourishing properties of face oils. These oils are packed with essential nutrients, fatty acids, and antioxidants that provide vital hydration to the skin. By replenishing moisture and restoring the skin's lipid barrier, facial oils help regulate oil production and prevent dehydration-induced oiliness.

 

Which face oil is best for oily skin?

At HotChi, we recommend our "Slay All Day" facial oil and "Bring Your Fire" facial oil, formulated with grapeseed and argan oils.

  • Grapeseed Oil: Rich in linoleic acid, grapeseed oil helps regulate sebum production and maintain the skin's moisture barrier. It is lightweight and easily absorbed, making it ideal for oily skin types. Additionally, grapeseed oil is rich in antioxidants, which help protect the skin from environmental damage and premature aging.

  • Argan Oil: Non-comedogenic and deeply nourishing, argan oil provides essential hydration without clogging pores. It is packed with vitamin E, omega fatty acids, and antioxidants, which help repair and rejuvenate the skin. Argan oil also has anti-inflammatory properties, making it beneficial for calming irritated or acne-prone skin.

These lightweight oils are easily absorbed, balancing excess sebum while delivering a potent dose of hydration and antioxidants.

 

What are HotChi best facial oil?

Our best-selling facial oils, "Slay All Day" and "Bring Your Fire," feature a harmonious combination of grapeseed and argan oils, making them ideal choices for oily skin types.

 

  • Slay All Day Facial Oil: This lightweight facial oil combines the benefits of grapeseed and argan oils to provide essential hydration without clogging pores. Grapeseed oil, rich in linoleic acid, helps regulate sebum production, while argan oil nourishes and rejuvenates the skin. Together, they work synergistically to balance oily skin and promote a healthy complexion.

 

  • Bring Your Fire Facial Oil: Infused with a potent blend of grapeseed and argan oils, our Bring Your Fire Facial Oil delivers intense hydration and nourishment to oily skin. Grapeseed oil maintains the skin's moisture balance and supports sebum regulation, while argan oil replenishes the skin's lipid barrier and promotes cell regeneration. This luxurious oil blend leaves the skin feeling soft, supple, and radiant.

 

 

Both "Slay All Day" and "Bring Your Fire" facial oils are crafted with the highest quality ingredients to provide optimal skincare benefits without causing congestion or exacerbating oiliness. Incorporate these nourishing oils into your daily skincare routine to experience the transformative power of HotChi's holistic approach to skincare.

 

How does chi imbalance affect oily skin?

While the focus of this blog post is on facial oils and oily skin, it's worth noting the interconnectedness between chi and skincare. In traditional Chinese medicine, imbalances in chi can manifest as skin issues, including excessive oiliness. By harmonizing chi through holistic practices such as acupressure and acupuncture, you can promote overall wellness and support skin health. At HotChi, we believe in harnessing the power of these ancient practices to enhance the effectiveness of our skincare routine. Here's a simple step-by-step guide to incorporating acupressure and aromatherapy techniques with HotChi's facial oils:

  1. Aromatherapy Pre-Routine: Begin by adding a few drops of HotChi's facial oil into the palm of your hands. Rub your hands together to warm the oil and release its soothing scent. Close your eyes and inhale deeply, allowing the aromatic oils to calm your mind and uplift your spirit.

  2. Facial Oil Application: With the facial oil already on your hands, gently press your palms against your face, allowing the nourishing oils to be absorbed into your skin. Use upward and outward motions to massage the oil into your face and neck, focusing on areas prone to oiliness or imbalance.

  3. Acupressure Post-Application: After applying the facial oil, continue to incorporate acupressure techniques as you massage the oil into your skin. Pay special attention to acupoints that correspond to your skin concerns, such as the T-zone for oiliness or the cheeks for hydration.

  4. Final Relaxation: Take a moment to relax and allow the nourishing oils to penetrate your skin deeply. Close your eyes and breathe deeply, embracing the sense of calm and rejuvenation that comes with HotChi's holistic skincare routine.

Discover the transformative synergy of HotChi's holistic approach to skincare by exploring our full routine and diving into the world of acupressure and aromatherapy. 

 

In conclusion, facial oils are not off-limits for oily skin types; they are, in fact, essential for maintaining balance and hydration. By incorporating the right oils into your skincare routine, such as HotChi's "Slay All Day" and "Bring Your Fire" facial oils, you can achieve a harmonious complexion that glows from within. Embrace the transformative power of facial oils and unlock the radiant potential of your oily skin.

Chloe Blog Copywriter for HotChi
WRITTEN BY CHLOE

Chloe is a freelance beauty and wellness writer from London and mum to two adorable cats, Saggy and Jemmy (Sagittarius and Gemini). Chloe says, “I’m all about that balance between looking good and feeling even better. When I’m not discovering the latest beauty trends, you’ll find me traveling to new places, collecting tattoos that tell my story and diving deep into the power of Chi and emotional wellness”.