Best Oils for Oily Skin
Ranked by 4 mentions across Reddit
Reddit’s top oils for Oily Skin
100% Plant-Derived Hemi-Squalane
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Plant-derived hemi-squalane feels like a dry oil and reduces shine on acne-prone skin.
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Community take
For oily skin, Redditors favor lightweight, fast-absorbing oils like rosehip seed and squalane-based products to reduce shine and balance skin. These oils often improve skin softness and decrease breakouts without greasiness.
What works
- Oils like rosehip seed and squalane absorb quickly without greasiness.
- Users report reduced spots and breakouts with consistent use.
- Oils help skin feel supple, balanced, and less oily throughout the day.
Watch out for
- Some oils may feel slightly watery and might not provide heavy hydration.
- Heavier application can feel greasy to some oily skin users.
The why
Jojoba Seed Oil soothes without heaviness, used at night to reduce daytime oiliness.
100% Organic Cold-Pressed Rose Hip Seed Oil
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Rosehip seed oil appeals to acne-prone, dehydrated complexions by balancing moisture and reducing spots.
Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Firming Oil
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Squalane visibly clears pores overnight for a decade of no pimples or rosacea on the face.