TRIED & TESTED

Facial oils are excellent For hydrating the skin – we put them to the test

Beauty Pie Plantastic Overnight Miracle Face Oil £10.14 (members’ price)

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Tester says: “This oil has a bit of an earthy, botanical smell. It wasn’t the quickest to absorb – I could still notice it on my skin when my head hit the pillow half an hour later – but I was impressed with the results come morning. My face felt soft and plump, and patches of dry skin had disappeared.”

Weleda Pomegranate Firming Facial Oil £38.95 HHHHH

Tester says: “This is incredibly lightweight – not quite a ‘dry oil’ texture but very easily absorbed, and light enough to use in the morning before make-up. My skin felt immediately soft and nourished, without any greasy feeling. It gives an instant glow and a healthy look.”

skinsense nourishing Facial Oil £30 HHHHH

Tester says: “This doesn’t have a heady, spa-like scent, but what it does have is a beautiful texture that melts in and leaves the skin feeling supple, soothed and smooth. The oil’s not greasy at all, and I love the way it seems to plump out lines as well as add an immediate glow.”

the Body shop cbd restoring Facial Oil £25

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Tester says: “I would never normally use a face oil when I have breakouts for fear of clogging my pores more, but I took the plunge. The results were remarkable – areas of spots that were red and flaky looked noticeably calmer and less inflamed, and my skin felt more hydrated by the end of the day. This has been a revelation!”

Botanics simply calm Facial Oil £11.49

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Tester says: “You can smell the lavender, which I love, and it certainly adds to the soothing experience. Other than a hit of hydration, I didn’t notice any changes to my complexion, but it didn’t leave my skin feeling overly oily or result in any breakouts. A great choice for facial oil newbies.”