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The 10 Most Popular Vegetable Oils for Skin Care

Vegetable oils have become a cornerstone of natural skin care thanks to their amazing nourishing and moisturizing properties. With the right oil, you can create a skincare routine that gives your skin everything it needs, whether it's dry, sensitive, oily or mature. Here we go through the 10 most popular oils, their unique properties, degree of dryness and other important parameters.

1. Argan oil (ECO)

• Degree of dryness : 3.5
• Absorption : Medium
• Color : Yellow
• Aroma : Nutty
  Argan oil, known as "liquid gold", is full of antioxidants and vitamin E, making it ideal for both skin and hair. It moisturizes dry skin and gives damaged hair shine.

2. Jojoba oil (ECO)

• Degree of dryness : 3.5
• Absorption : Medium
• Color : Light yellow
• Aroma : Slightly nutty
  Jojoba oil is similar to the skin's own sebum and is therefore excellent for balancing oil production. It suits both dry and oily skin, and works well as a hair oil.

3. Avocado oil (ECO)

• Degree of dryness : 2.0
• Absorption : Low
• Color : Dark green
• Scent : Earthy
  Avocado oil is extremely rich in vitamins and fatty acids, making it ideal for moisturizing dry and mature skin. It is also perfect for hair masks.

4. Grape seed oil (ECO)

• Degree of dryness : 7.8
• Absorption : High
• Color : Green
• Aroma : Grapey
  This easily absorbed oil is an antioxidant bomb suitable for oily skin and skin with large pores. It is popular for its skin strengthening properties and provides a matte finish.

5. Rosehip seed oil (ECO)

• Degree of dryness : 7.8
• Absorption : High
• Colour : Orange
• Scent : Earthy
  Rosehip seed oil is known for its anti-aging properties and ability to stimulate cell renewal. It helps reduce fine lines and pigmentation.

6. Coconut oil (ECO)

• Degree of dryness : 2.0
• Absorption : Low
• Color : White (solid form)
• Fragrance : Coconut
  Coconut oil is perhaps the most well-known oil in skin and hair care. It is deeply moisturizing and is often used as a body oil, hair mask and also as a natural cleansing oil.

7. Baobab oil (ECO)

• Degree of dryness : 4.2
• Absorption : Low
• Color : Yellow
• Aroma : Nutty
  This oil is emollient and helps improve skin elasticity, making it ideal for preventing stretch marks.

8. Raspberry seed oil (ECO)

• Degree of dryness : 8.8
• Absorption : High
• Color : Orange/Reddish
• Fragrance : Raspberry vine
  Raspberry seed oil is particularly rich in omega-3 and antioxidants. It helps protect the skin against UV damage and aging.

9. Castor oil (ECO)

• Degree of dryness : 1.0
• Absorption : Low
• Color : Light yellow
• Fragrance : Neutral
  Castor oil is popular for stimulating hair growth and is also effective as a cleansing oil thanks to its moisturizing properties.

10. Black cumin oil (ECO)

• Degree of dryness : 6.8
• Absorption : Medium/High
• Color : Greenish yellow
• Aroma : Spicy
  This oil is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and is often used for acne-prone and irritated skin.

Conclusion

Regardless of your skin type, there is a vegetable oil that can help improve your skin care routine. If you're new to oils, start with jojoba oil or argan oil , which are suitable for most skin types, and experiment with mixing different oils to achieve the perfect balance.

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