For acne-prone skin, vegetable oil is ideal for regulating sebum production and promoting healing.
Avoid comedogenic oils and also pay attention to the quality of the oil, its method of extraction and its freshness which will determine its effectiveness.
It should preferably be virgin, cold-pressed and organic.
Always apply the oil to wet skin for better penetration.
Prefer oils rich in linoleic acid (omega-6) and with a comedogenic index between 0 and 1 because they help regulate and purify the skin.
- Jojoba oil is sebum-regulating, protective, regenerating and healing.
- Hazelnut oil is sebum regulating, smoothing and antioxidant.
- Black cumin/nigella oil is soothing, purifying and regenerating.
- Carrot oil is antioxidant, soothing and healing.
- Neem oil is purifying and soothing.
- Hemp oil is anti-inflammatory, sebum regulating and soothing.
- Evening primrose oil is anti-inflammatory, sebum regulating and regenerating.
- Argan oil is healing, regenerating and regulating.
- Avocado oil is moisturizing, healing and anti-inflammatory.