Natural Facial Oils: The Best Oil for Every Skin Type

Dry skin, an impure complexion, or simply an extra dose of natural care? The solution comes directly from nature – and is found in cold-pressed organic oils from seeds and kernels! Thanks to gentle cold-pressing, they retain all valuable vitamins, fatty acids, and antioxidants that make your skin glow.

1. Why are cold-pressed oils the best natural care for your skin?

Science, short & sweet:

• Gentle pressing → No heat damage, more vitamins (E, A, K) and antioxidants.
• Essential fatty acids (Omega-3, -6, -9) → Strengthen the skin barrier, lock in moisture.
• 100% natural → Ideal for sensitive skin, without parabens or silicones

Cold-pressed oils are like freshly squeezed juices for your skin – full of living nutrients!

2. The best cold-pressed oil for every skin type

A) Facial Care

• Moringa Oil (for mature & stressed skin):

• Why? Contains Zeatin (rare antioxidant) → tightens, reduces wrinkles.
• Application: a few drops in the evening as a serum.

• Hemp Oil (for oily & acne-prone skin):

• Why? Linoleic acid regulates sebum production → reduces impurities.
• Application: In the morning under moisturizer.
  

• Grapeseed Oil (for all skin types):

• Why? Resveratrol (anti-aging ingredient) + absorbs quickly.
• Application: As a night care for radiant skin.
  

B) Body Care & Special Applications

• Apricot Kernel Oil (for delicate baby skin & massages):

• Why? Vitamin B17 → soothes, has a delicate almond scent.
• Application: Apply to damp skin after showering.
  

• Black Seed Oil (for eczema or neurodermatitis):

• Effect: Thymoquinone has anti-inflammatory effects (studies prove its effect!).
• Application: Diluted (50:50 with almond oil) on affected areas.

 

3. DIY Facial Oil: Simple Recipes for Natural Beauty

Anti-Wrinkle Serum

• 10 ml Josty Moringa Oil + 5 ml Camelina Oil → dab on in the evening.
  *"Camelina provides Omega-3 for elasticity!"*
  

Soothing Mask for Redness

• 1 tbsp Josty Hemp Oil + 1 tsp Honey → leave on for 15 min.

 

4. Application Tips: How to Make Your Natural Oils Work Best

✅ Patch Test: Check for compatibility before first use (inner forearm).
✅ Optimize Times of Day:

• Morning (light oils): Grapeseed, Hemp, Camelina, Black Seed
• Evening (rich oils): Moringa, Almond, Walnut, Black Sesame, Sesame, Apricot Kernel

 

Frequently Asked Questions about Cold-Pressed Oils in Skincare

1. Does oil penetrate the skin barrier?

Yes! But the depth of action depends on molecule size:

Light oils (absorb quickly, penetrate deeper into the epidermis):
✅ Grapeseed Oil
✅ Hemp Oil
✅ Camelina Oil
✅ Black Seed Oil (diluted)
✅ Apricot Kernel Oil

Heavy oils (form a protective film, work superficially):
✅ Almond Oil
✅ Walnut Oil
✅ Moringa Oil
✅ Black Sesame Oil
✅ Sesame Oil

Study Fact: Linoleic acid (e.g., in hemp oil) demonstrably strengthens the skin barrier (Journal of Lipid Research, 2010).

2. Do oils make skin greasy?

No – if you choose the right oil:

• For oily skin: Light oils with a high linoleic acid content (e.g., hemp oil, grapeseed oil) regulate sebum.
• For dry skin: Rich oils with oleic acid (e.g., almond oil, walnut oil) provide moisture.
• Pro Tip: Apply oil to damp skin – it absorbs faster!

3. How quickly do oils absorb?

• Seconds to Minutes: Grapeseed oil (perfect under makeup).
• 5–10 Minutes: Hemp oil, Camelina oil (ideal during the day).
• 15+ Minutes: Walnut oil, Black Sesame (better in the evening).
  

Combine light and heavy oils! Example: Grapeseed oil (morning) + Moringa oil (evening) for balanced care.

Here is a clear overview of which of your oils are light (absorb quickly, ideal for oily skin/morning) or rich (provide intense care, better in the evening) – based on fatty acid profile and molecule size:

Light Oils (absorb quickly, non-greasy)

Grapeseed Oil

• Why? High linoleic acid content (Omega-6) + smallest molecules.
  
• For: Oily skin, under makeup, during the day.
  

Hemp Oil

• Why? Linoleic acid-rich (60%) → regulates sebum.
  
• For: Acne-prone skin, serums.
  

Camelina Oil

• Why? Omega-3 (alpha-linolenic acid) → absorbs quickly, anti-inflammatory.
  
• For: Irritated skin, combination skin.
  

Black Seed Oil (use diluted!)

• Why? Linoleic acid + thymoquinone → soothes, but has an intense taste/smell.
  
• For: Spot treatment (eczema, psoriasis).
  

Medium-Weight Oils (balanced care)

Apricot Kernel Oil

• Why? Similar to almond oil, but slightly lighter.
  
• For: Dry to normal skin, baby skin.
  

Sesame Oil

• Why? 50% linoleic acid, 40% oleic acid → good balance.
  
• For: Massages, sun protection (light SPF-3).
  

Black Sesame Oil

• Why? More antioxidants than light sesame oil, but similar absorption behavior.
  
• For: Mature skin, hair care.
  

Rich Oils (intensive care, remain visible longer)

Almond Oil

• Why? High oleic acid content (70%) → nourishes deeply, but slower absorption.
  
• For: Dry skin, scar care.
  

Walnut Oil

• Why? Oleic acid + Omega-3 → luxurious, but oxidizes faster.
  
• For: Mature skin, evening.
  

Moringa Oil

• Why? Contains behenic acid → forms a protective film.
  
• For: Extremely dry skin, hair treatments.
  

Extra Tips for Application

• "Mix Light + Rich": E.g., Hemp oil (light) + Walnut oil (rich) for normal skin
• For Men: Grapeseed oil absorbs quickly (perfect after shaving).