Facial oil can be a lovely part of a skincare ritual, but if you’ve ever wondered whether it belongs in your skincare routine, you’re not alone. You don’t need a ten-step routine to make it work. You just need to know what oil does, what it doesn’t do, and how your own skin responds.
What does facial oil do?
Facial oils can help soften skin and reduce dryness. They’re especially nice when your skin feels tight after cleansing or stressed by cold, dry weather. But oil and water aren’t interchangeable: an oil doesn’t supply the same hydration without a water based hydrosol as a first layer. Think of them as partners rather than competitors.
And oily skin isn’t automatically a reason to avoid facial oil. Whether a particular formula works for you depends on the ingredients, how much you apply, and how your skin reacts. Start small and give your skin room to tell you what it likes.
Where does facial oil go in a skincare routine?
After cleansing, apply your hydrating products and serums, then press a few drops of facial oil over them if your skin wants extra hydration. Some people prefer oil before moisturizer; there’s no need to make layering a rule you can’t break. The important thing is a routine that feels comfortable and that you’ll actually use.
In the morning, finish with a broad-spectrum sunscreen like Protect Oil.
How much facial oil should you use?
Begin with two or three drops for your face, spread gently between your fingertips, and press onto skin. You can add another drop to dry areas if needed. More isn’t necessarily better: if your skin feels greasy long after application, try less next time.
What about cleansing with oil?
Oil cleansing is a different step from leaving a facial oil on your skin. A cleanser is designed to help lift makeup, sunscreen, and the day’s buildup before you rinse it away. If you’re curious about this gentler-feeling way to start your evening routine, explore our Facial Cleansing Oil & Makeup Remover. Follow the product directions, and avoid scrubbing skin that already feels sensitive.
Choosing a facial oil for your skin
If your skin feels dry or weather-stressed, consider a nourishing oil as an optional last step in a pared-back routine. Our Deep Repair Oil is one option to explore. Try a small amount first, especially if your skin is reactive, and stop using any product that causes discomfort.
Want to explore the whole ritual rather than choose one bottle? The glō Signature Facial Set brings together cleansing oil, hydrosols, masks, and facial oils so you can discover what feels right for you.
Keep it simple
A facial-oil routine can be as easy as cleanse, protect and hyrate. Notice how your skin feels instead of chasing an overnight transformation. Glowing skin doesn’t require perfection; sometimes it just asks us to slow down and care for it gently.