Find out if oil in your skin care routine is a friend or foe!
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oil produced by your skin
Your skin naturally produces sebum, a form of oil that prevents skin dryness. Sebum can only cause breakouts when it is combined with breakout-causing bacteria and dead skin cells. Exfoliation helps prevent this.
occlusive oils
Occlusive oils are oils that physically block water loss. They’re found in many skin care products, and can cause breakouts for some people. Petrolatum, Mineral Oil, Beeswax, Lanolin, and Paraffin are some occlusive ingredients to watch out for. Olive Oil and Coconut Oil tend to clog pores too, but some people – particularly those with dry skin - love using them anyway. Everyone’s skin reacts differently to different ingredients.
non-comedogenic oils
Non-comedogenic oils are known for not clogging pores. One example is Almond Oil, which has high levels of fatty acids and can help moisturize dry skin. Another, Neem Oil, has antibacterial properties and may be even be useful as a spot treatment for breakouts.
plant-based oils
Lightweight phytolipids (plant-based oils) tend NOT to cause breakouts unless you’re allergic to them. Ingredients such as Rosehip Seed Oil, Squalane Oil, Argan Oil, Jojoba Oil, Sunflower Seed Oil, that can be found in Retinol Clearing Oil, are all excellent at balancing oily skin and helping to prevent skin dehydration (which can lead to more oil production).
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- Some face oils can indeed cause skin to break out – but many are highly beneficial.
- Anyone can use face oils; just make sure you’re using the right ones for your specific skin type.
oil produced by your skin
Your skin naturally produces sebum, a form of oil that prevents skin dryness. Sebum can only cause breakouts when it is combined with breakout-causing bacteria and dead skin cells. Exfoliation helps prevent this.
occlusive oils
Occlusive oils are oils that physically block water loss. They’re found in many skin care products, and can cause breakouts for some people. Petrolatum, Mineral Oil, Beeswax, Lanolin, and Paraffin are some occlusive ingredients to watch out for. Olive Oil and Coconut Oil tend to clog pores too, but some people – particularly those with dry skin - love using them anyway. Everyone’s skin reacts differently to different ingredients.
non-comedogenic oils
Non-comedogenic oils are known for not clogging pores. One example is Almond Oil, which has high levels of fatty acids and can help moisturize dry skin. Another, Neem Oil, has antibacterial properties and may be even be useful as a spot treatment for breakouts.
plant-based oils
Lightweight phytolipids (plant-based oils) tend NOT to cause breakouts unless you’re allergic to them. Ingredients such as Rosehip Seed Oil, Squalane Oil, Argan Oil, Jojoba Oil, Sunflower Seed Oil, that can be found in Retinol Clearing Oil, are all excellent at balancing oily skin and helping to prevent skin dehydration (which can lead to more oil production).
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retinol acne clearing oil
clears skin overnight
A high-performance night oil combining Retinol and Salicylic Acid into one skin-soothing formula that helps reduce visible signs of premature skin aging and clear breakouts.
clears skin overnight
A high-performance night oil combining Retinol and Salicylic Acid into one skin-soothing formula that helps reduce visible signs of premature skin aging and clear breakouts.
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Pure Element- The Best Dermalogica Facial Singapore
Ang Mo Kio Blk 233 Ave 3 unit no. #01-1180 Singapore 560233