For those still trying to decipher exactly what a face oil does, and how to choose the right one for their skin concerns, this is everything you need to know, so you can make your mind up for yourself… Oils act as a sealant, not a moisturiser Dermatologist David Colbert, founder of Colbert MD Skincare, also highlights the benefits of using an oil alongside your anti-ageing night cream.

Stem cell scientist Professor Augustinus Bader has created one of the most high-tech oils on the market right now. The Face Oil is designed to be either applied on top of, or blended with, The Cream.

Especially during winters my skin is parched, dry and dehydrated, the condition is so worse that the skin starts peeling off due to extreme dryness sometimes.

Breathe in its benefits, take the time to absorb its phytocare aromas, allowing your skin to be nourished by the richness that hides at the heart of a light texture, just like acaress. The debate surrounding oils for oily skin, however, is still raging. The overriding advice remains, approach with caution. Clarins Face Treatment Oils are formulated with 100% plant extracts. Cultivated with care and harvested from all over the world while respecting nature and people, each plant has been selected for its treasure trove of beauty benefits—calming, toning, and bringing your skin and senses to a place of balance and well-being. CORYLUS AVELLANA (HAZEL) SEED OIL, POGOSTEMON CABLIN OIL, LINALOOL, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, LIMONENE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, COUMARIN, EUGENOL, CITRAL, ORCHID EXTRACT, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE [V1640H1] Each one has its own story. The Blue Orchid Oil is the secret for dry skin. Plant Gold combines the luxury ofabeauty elixir with exceptional cosmetic properties.It has even out my skin, maintained moisture level and kept it hydrated. It also reduced the size of open pores and gives a healthy looking skin. The fragrance of the oil is pure aromatic. It calmed and relaxed my senses. Before applying I sniff my hand and then apply. I can feel that its fragrance helps in calming my senses. The Face Oil provides added nourishment from lightweight grapeseed oil;babassu oil, which is high in anti-inflammatory lauric acid and licorice root extract, which can help reduce skin pigmentation. Is putting oil on your face good?

Which face oil is right for me? Clarins boasts 3 different re-balancing face oils. Each of these oils is designed for a specific skin type. If your skin is dehydrated, choose the Blue Orchid Face Treatment Oil. This oil contains blue orchid and patchouli essential oils to restore vitality, radiance and softness to parched skin. If you suffer from dryness and redness, go for the Santal Face Treatment Oil. Its formula draws on sandalwood, cardamom and lavender essential oils to soothe skin and restore suppleness. And finally, oily and combination skin will drink up the Lotus Face Treatment Oil, featuring geranium and rosemary essential oils combined with lotus extract to purify, refine skin texture and tighten pores. 3. How should essential oils be applied? Essential oils of Patchouli, Blue Orchid extract: revitalize and tone the epidermis. Hazelnut oil: helps prevent moisture loss and signs of aging.Not all oils are the same. While tea tree oil is clarifying, rosehip oil is considered much more nourishing. On top of that, different oils respond differently to various skin types. “All skin types can benefit from using an oil, as long as it is within the correct routine for their skin type. Ensuring the oil has the most beneficial ingredients or actives is key,” says Dr. Zamani. Oils can really help dry skin Clarins essential oils bathe skin in their olfactory power before gently caring for it. Sandalwood, lavender, bitter orange, geranium and chamomile titillate with their subtle aromas. Texture and how it feels on my skin- The oil is very light and gets absorb into skin in 5 minutes. Does not leave any greasy or oily feeling, although during summers of Kolkata, it takes little time to sink into skin but never mind I can leave it like that whole night. I love this oil, all thanks to Neeraj! The appearance of my skin has changed after using this face treatment. It is a miracle in the bottle. According to Dr. Maryam Zamani, Aesthetic Doctor at the Cadogan Clinic, oils have a similar composition to the lipids (the natural oils and fats) naturally found in the skin which help to efficiently repair and regulate the skin’s moisture barrier, which is what keeps the moisture in our skin.

The first time I used this oil, next day morning my dry patches around my chin area disappeared and my skin looked brighter and healthier . Women have been reaching for Clarins’ oils for over 60 years now. The reason? Essential oil formulas enriched with hazelnut oil, an ingredient well known for its many skincare benefits. 2. An oil to suit every skin type Hydrating treatment oil restores vitality and radiance to dehydrated skin. Patchouli and Blue Orchid extracts tone and revitalize to moisture-depleted skin. Hazelnut Oil softens smoothes and seals in moisture to help minimizes the appearance of fine lines. The oil helps shrinking my open pores (which was another new concern about my skin), not immediately but gradually. When you consider you skin’s moisture levels and protective barrier become compromised after the age of 30, the benefits of a face oil extend beyond just a pretty glow.As mentioned above about my weird skin condition, it sometimes feels oily around my t zone area and my face looks greasy. That’s because my skin is dehydrated from within. When your skin is dehydrated it tends to create more oil to balance the missing water in skin. Gently massage into the skin and they’ll relieve tension, stimulate energy and restore suppleness andbeauty. This also causes breakouts, excess oil, dry patches, dry rashes, irritations and tends to feel oily and dry at the same time. Now I know why my epidermis looks oily and greasy in summers and I get dry rashes around my cheeks and forehead…all that is because of dehydration. I have this problem of getting uneven patches all over on my skin since I was a child. 🙁 🙁 I started using CLARINS BLUE ORCHID Face Treatment oil at the beginning of this year. This product was suggested by Dr Neeraj. He is a makeup artist and most of you must know him, he is the owner of the blog- “Beauty Traveller”. My skin acts weirdly depending on the weather. Most time of the year my cheeks are very dehydrated, and sensitive. I can see redness all over and can get tanned easily. Whereas my T-zone is normal to oily in summers and look greasy very often. #Confusedme *_* Rosewood, patchouli and Blue Orchid extract work together to revitalise and tone the epidermis of your skin. The hazelnut oil helps prevent moisture loss and signs of ageing, such as the formation of fine lines. How To Use Clarins Blue Orchid Oil