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Facial oil 101: What it is, how to use it, and why we're obsessed
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If you have....acne-prone skin
What to use: Tea tree oil.
What it does: Acts as an antiseptic, clearing and preventing pimples and blackheads.
How to use it: After cleansing skin with a gentle natural cleanser, put a few drops of tea tree oil on a cotton pad and dab all over face. Leave on overnight.
The Body Shop Tea Tree Oil, $10, thebodyshop-usa.com
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If you have...sensitive skin
What to use: Chamomile oil.
What it does: Calms skin, reduces redness and soothes irritation.
How to use it: Mix a small amount with coconut oil and rub into skin after a bath. Alternately, put a few drops on a hot towel and sit with it draped over your face until it becomes cool.
iHerb Chamomile Oil, $8, iherb.com
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If you have...oily skin
What to use: Lavender oil
What it does: Helps to absorb bacteria and oils while soothing irritation.
How to use it: Mix a small amount with your favorite carrier oil (we like olive or coconut) and water in a spray bottle to create a light, soothing face mist.
Piping Rock Lavender Oil, $5, pipingrock.com
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If you have...dry skin
What to use: Extra virgin olive oil.
What it does: Hydrates very dry skin.
How to use it: Use in place of moisturizer at night. Can also be used as a cleanser—just rub in a circlular motion, then apply an astringent or other toner.
Donostia Olive Oil, $11, donostiafoods.com
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If you have...skin discoloration
What to use: Avocado oil.
What it does: Reduces redness and dark spots by brightening the skin with vitamin C.
How to use it: Use a small amount of avodaco oil in place of your daily moisturizer.
Thrive Avocado Oil, $4, thrivemarket.com