Of all the skincare products in my routine, face oils are my favourite. Some days, after cleansing, it's all I'll use on my face. I find they are the one step that makes the most difference for plumping, smoothing, hydration, and glow. I have dry, mature, and sensitive skin, so almost all face oils are a great match for my skin type, but there are wonderful face oils for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin too, so there is an option for every skin type.

What Makes Face Oils Different to Face Serums?

Because face oils are oil-based, they are rich in plant-derived essential fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants. There are lots of different types, ranging from classic oils like almond oil, rosehip oil and jojoba oil (although jojoba oil is technically a liquid wax). Then there are specific blends that use a combination of different oils with actives and other skin-boosting ingredients to target specific concerns, such as bakuchiol and retinol blends for cell turnover and anti-ageing, kakadu plum rich in Vitamin C for brightening and tea tree-based oils for refining pores and tackling blemishes.

Serums are similar in that they also target specific skin concerns, but are usually more lightweight, water or gel-based, making them great to use under an oil for double the benefits.

7 of My Favourite Natural Face Oils

1. Mukti Antioxidant Facial Oil

A nutrient-rich antioxidant oil for all skin types

The Mukti Antioxidant Facial Oil brings together fifteen nutrient-rich oils, including CO₂-extracted biodynamic botanicals and native Australian superfoods, in one formula. It penetrates deeply to strengthen the skin barrier, hold hydration and balance oil production, leaving skin visibly softer, smoother and brighter. This is what I am using in the above photo after my facial acupuncture session.

2. Vanessa Megan N.E.O. 12 Hour Miracle Oil

A multi-vitamin oil for all skin types with visible results in 12 hours

The Vanessa Megan N.E.O. 12 Hour Miracle Oil is formulated with vitamins A, E, P and K alongside zinc and omega 3-6-9, working like a multi-vitamin boost for the skin to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, with visible results reported within 12 hours.

3. LAMAV Vitamin A Repair Oil

A bakuchiol oil for mature skin

The LAMAV Vitamin A Repair Oil is a brilliant anti-ageing oil for mature skin, formulated with 2% bakuchiol, a plant-derived retinol alternative that supports cellular turnover and helps address the appearance of wrinkles. It also contains raspberry seed oil rich in essential fatty acids and sea buckthorn for added nourishment and antioxidant support.

4. Black Chicken Remedies Love Your Face Serum

An everyday oil for all skin types

An oldie but a goodie. The Black Chicken Remedies Love Your Face Serum is a great face oil to use in place of a moisturiser, made with evening primrose oil, jojoba and apricot kernel oil to nourish and soften the skin, with neroli for elasticity and vitamin E for antioxidant support.

5. KORA Organics Noni Glow Face Oil

A brilliant face oil for an instant glow and all day hydration

Antioxidant-packed noni fruit is blended with rosehip, jojoba, sea buckthorn and pomegranate seed in the KORA Organics Noni Glow Face Oil to visibly nourish, brighten and smooth. In clinical results, 87% noticed skin looked more radiant after just one week and 93% saw a more even skin tone after two weeks.

6. Weleda Sensitive Recovery Face Oil

A wonderful option for sensitive and reactive skin

The Weleda Sensitive Recovery Face Oil combines pure organic almond oil and soothing blackthorn blossom extract in a completely fragrance-free formula. Brand clinical results showed 90% of participants reporting a reduction in tightness, making it a reliable choice for skin that reacts easily.

7. The Jojoba Company Australian Jojoba Oil

An award-winning jojoba oil for face, hair and body

The Jojoba Company Australian Jojoba Oil is technically a liquid wax with a molecular structure very similar to the skin's own esters, making it ideal for balancing combination skin, soothing sensitive skin and nourishing dry skin. It is naturally rich in vitamins A, D and E plus omegas 6 and 9, and clinically proven to deliver up to 8 hours of moisturisation.

Where a Facial Oil Fits in Your Routine

A facial oil can be used on its own or layered into an existing routine. Apply it after toner and serum and before moisturiser, with face sunscreen last. Lighter oils can be used in the morning and richer ones at night. A few drops are all you need, and face oils work beautifully extended down to the décolletage, chest and upper arms too.