The terms hydrate and moisturize are often used interchangeably in the skincare world.
You might notice this while perusing products in the beauty department of your local pharmacy.
Contrary to what marketing signage tells you, face oils cannot hydrate your skin.
This should probably be included in abeginner’s guide to facial oils.
Have you ever heard the saying, “like water off a duck’s back”?
It slides right off.
The same can be said of oils.
How do face oils work then?
What do they actually do for your skin?
Emollients essentially act as skin-softeners, while occlusives trap in moisture that is already on your skin.
This is different from pulling in water and hydrating skin."
So think of a visual of wrapping your face with cling film face oils are actually doing only that.
They’re locking in existing moisture but they don’t hydrate.
Does that mean you should give up oils altogether?
But there is a proper way to use them.
Start by cleansing your face with a gentle cleanser.
Next comes the face oil to seal in the moisture.
