The common perception is that all vegetable oils are greasy. There is a wide variety of oils with different properties and “oiliness.” The trick is knowing which one suits your skin type.
Of course, you can buy pre-mixed face and body oils, but it’s nice to try them one by one to see which work best for your skin type.
You can also mix your own custom oil. It’s both fun and economical.
Oil is the purest thing you can put on your skin and is therefore the best option for sensitive and problematic skin.
Here we share five favorites!
1. Castor Oil
This much-talked-about oil is often used on the scalp and hair. Many find it makes hair grow more and gives thicker, denser, and shinier hair in just 2-4 weeks.
Some have even gotten longer eyelashes. Castor oil is very oily and sticky, so it can be tricky to wash out of hair, but it may be worth the effort if it works for you.
Another unique property is that castor oil is incredibly cleansing, meaning it draws out dirt from the skin like no other oil. Makeup disappears in an instant.
Keep in mind that it is so oily and cleansing that it can dry out the skin if used alone. Therefore, it’s wise to mix it with another neutral oil.
2. Evening Primrose Oil
A dry oil that is absorbed immediately by the skin. Great for all problematic skin such as itchy eczema, dandruff eczema on skin and scalp, atopic eczema, psoriasis, dry and flaky skin, and itching.
It also works as a serum under a face cream or another facial oil.
3. Green Avocado Oil
A very nourishing and mild oil. It is oily but not sticky, and leaves the skin velvety, though it takes a long time to absorb.
- Protects against weather and retains moisture.
- Gives the skin suppleness and a healthy glow.
- Soothes both skin irritations and sunburn.
4. Almond Oil
Neither too oily nor too dry. The oil is popular because it is mild, softening, and cleansing.
- Great for softening rough and dry skin.
- Very good as a cleansing oil for the face as it removes makeup.
5. Jojoba Oil
It is a bit waxy and protects against weather without clogging pores. The skin doesn’t become sticky, greasy, or shiny.
Jojoba oil absorbs well into the skin and provides moisture and softness. The best thing about jojoba oil is that it soothes all itching. Many find it calms eczema, including dandruff eczema.
What are your experiences with vegetable oils? Feel free to share in a comment!
