Mānuka Essentials Skin Oils were created specifically for different skin types: dry, normal, combination, mature, acne prone, etc. Why is it so important to match your oil to your skin type and how to choose the right one? Let’s find this out together!
Best oils for normal skin
Damn, girl! We’re so jealous right now. Having normal skin basically means having a skin everyone aspires to have. Acne, irritation and clogged pores exist in a different universe from you, which means you can use pretty much any skin oil.
You’ll definitely benefit from including argan oil in your skincare regime. Often referred to as ‘liquid gold’, argan oil contains Vitamin E to protect you from pigmentation and fine lines. It also soothes and deeply nourishes the skin. You’ll find argan oil in Skin Oil for Normal Skin by Mānuka Essentials. It also includes East Cape Mānuka Oil (protects from microbes and promotes new cell growth), East Cape Kānuka Oil (repairs damage and softens the skin), Jojoba Oil (regulates production of sebum) and other natural ingredients.
Squalene oil is another ingredient to pay attention to if you have normal skin. Squalane is naturally produced by our own skin but when supported by oil – extracted from olives and rice bran – it becomes more stable, more easily absorbed and actively boosts collagen production.
Finally, don’t forget about the miraculous retinol oil to hydrate and brighten your skin.
Best oils for dry skin
Itchiness, peeling and cracking are symptoms of dry skin. It’s the result of your skin not producing enough sebum. Look for oils with hydrating oleic acid that also locks the moisture inside the skin cells.
Almond oil has been used to treat dry skin for centuries, so you can’t go wrong with this one. High in vitamin A, it also stimulates the production of new skin cells and smoothes fine lines. Almond oil is one of the many healing and nourishing plant ingredients of Skin Oil for Dry Skin by Mānuka Essentials.
Vitamin E, lecithin, and potassium in avocado oil will be helpful if you need to nourish and moisturise your skin.
Best oils for oily skin
Putting more oils on an already oily skin might sound like the mother of weirdest ideas, yet some of the oils will actually prevent your skin from producing excess sebum and improve the overall situation.
Start with peppermint oil – it’s a well-known ingredient to prevent clogged pores and control sebum production. It also soothes the skin and reduces redness and irritation.
Another hero ingredient for oily skin is tea tree oil. It penetrates deep into your skin, unclogging the pores and also has amazing antibacterial properties.
Grape seed oil will tighten your pores and leave your skin with a matte-like finish. Rich in natural fatty acids and vital minerals, it helps replenish your skin. Find it in Skin Oil for Oily Skin by Mānuka Essentials, alongside anti-inflammatory hemp seed oil, restorative Ylang Ylang oil and many others.
Best oils for combination skin
Dry in one place and oily in another? That’s definitely not something we would eagerly sign up for! Combination skin might be the hardest to take proper care of as it often requires different products for different areas. Nightmare! However, there are still some oils that will suit both dry and oily areas.
For example, jojoba oil. It breaks down and dissolves sebum in oily skin while also providing moisture for drier parts of your skin.
Flax seed oil minimises wrinkles, dark spots and puffiness and locks in moisture to keep all types of skin hydrated and healthy.
Lavender oil is another versatile oil that is safe to use on all skin types. Find it in Skin Oil for Combination Skin by Mānuka Essentials.
Best oils for acne prone skin
Acne treatments can be quite aggressive and irritate your skin, that’s why a soothing and calming oil is what you need!
If it contains pomegranate oil, it will also fight inflammation-causing bacteria in your pores. Pomegranate oil, by the way, is very light and gentle and is suitable even for the oiliest of skins.
Rosehip oil is your source of nourishing vitamins and essential fatty acids with antibacterial and antifungal properties.
To reduce the appearance of your breakouts and acne, use coconut oil. It’s powerful anti-viral and anti-microbial properties will stop the bacteria from spreading, unclog your pores while also gently cleansing and exfoliating the skin.
Rosemary oil in Skin Oil for Acne Prone Skin by Mānuka Essentials will help with the skin re-growth in the damaged areas.
Best oils for mature skin
Mature skin is characterised by reduced elasticity, formation of wrinkles, uneven or dull skin tone. Unfortunately, there is no oil to reverse aging entirely but there are definitely some that will help improve the look of mature skin and maintain its healthy glow.
Frankincense oil is the Holy Grail of anti-aging skincare. It boosts skin regeneration, makes pigmentation less visible, tightens the skin and improves its elasticity.
If you need to brighten your skin, use rose oil. It stimulates blood flow, making your skin glow like you’re 25 again, and encourages collagen production.
Finally, carrot seed oil is your protector from environmental damage. Rich in flavonoids, carotenoids, vitamin A and E, it prevents inflammation, repairs damaged skin, protects it from sun damage and free radicals. It’s also a great detoxifier. You’ll find carrot seed oil in Skin Oil for Mature Skin by Mānuka Essentials (read a detailed review of Skin Oil for Mature Skin on our website).