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“When it comes to aging gracefully, there’s a secret weapon many people overlook: face oils,” says aesthetician Paula Brezavscek, PA-C. “While some fear that oils may leave their skin greasy, the truth is that the right oils can replenish hydration, restore a youthful glow, and even strengthen the skin barrier. For mature skin, they’re nothing short of magic in a bottle.” We couldn’t agree more.
Master aesthetician Joanna Czech says face oils are important for for lipid replenishment in mature skin. “As we age, our skin’s natural oil production significantly decreases,” she explains. “This leads to dryness, dehydration and a weakened skin barrier. Face oils, which are rich in lipids, help restore suppleness and improve moisture retention in mature skin.” They also enhance hydration. “Oils create a protective barrier on the skin’s surface, sealing in moisture, which can feel comforting. This prolonged hydration helps plump the skin, minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.”
Medical aesthetician Kristin Gunn recommends adding a face oil as the last step in your evening skin-care routine. “You can also sleep with a humidifier to really kick the glow into gear!” Below, the best face oils for mature skin that come highly recommended by top aestheticians.
Featured Experts:
- Joanna Czech, a master aesthetician and founder of Joanna Czech Skin Care
- Joanna Vargas, an aesthetician and founder of Joanna Vargas Skincare
- Kristin Gunn, a medical aesthetician and founder of Halcyon Skincare and Beaux Medspa in Austin, TX
- Paula Brezavscek, PA-C, an aesthetician and founder of Azala Skin Clinic in Coral Gables, FL
- Vanessa Marc, an aesthetician and founder of Vanessa Marc Spa in New York
The Best Face Oils for Mature Skin
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Éminence Organic Skin Care Facial Recovery Oil ($85)
“This is a great natural, organic alternative to harsher products. Mature skin tends to be super dry, or the opposite can happen where we are an oily mess! This one contains clary sage oil, which is quite calming and can also balance oil production. It also has sage leaf extract and ylang ylang to calm, balance and tone the skin while providing antioxidants as well.” —Kristin Gunn
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The Ordinary 100% Organic Cold-Pressed Rose Hip Seed Oil ($17)
“Think of rosehip seed oil as nature’s version of retinol. Packed with vitamins A and C, this golden elixir is a powerhouse for brightening skin tone, reducing fine lines and fading hyperpigmentation. What makes it ideal for mature skin? It’s lightweight yet deeply hydrating, supporting collagen production without the irritation that harsher actives can cause.
This affordable option contains pure, cold-pressed rosehip oil, delivering essential fatty acids and antioxidants to hydrate and improve skin texture and tone.” —Paula Brezavscek
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Joanna Vargas Rejuvenating Serum ($100)
“My own Rejuvenating Serum is great because it contains 5 oils: argan, neroli, jojoba, rosehips and olive oil which serve to soothe the feeling of inflammation, help to make the skin feel more hydrated and give you an amazing glow when you wake up!” —Joanna Vargas
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“This oil is my absolute favorite. It’s an absolute game changer—a nutrient-rich superfood oil that feeds your skin with nine antioxidant-rich superfood oils. Not only does it replenish and provide long-lasting hydration, but it is also nongreasy and easily absorbed in the skin.
What I love most about it isthatit leaves a healthy glow with every drop.Flax seed oilworks on soothing and hydrating the skin.Daikon radishis another ingredient that seals moisture and improves skin tone,keeping it lookingyouthful, and helpingthe complexion look more radiant.
I personally love mixing just a drop of this oil into my moisturizer, and I also use it on my clients to seal in moisture after their facial treatments. If you’re looking to keep your skin glowing and healthy, especially during the winter months when our skin tends to be more dehydrated, this oil is my secret to maintaining a youthful glow all year long.” —Vanessa Marc
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Biossance Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Oil ($74)
“Mature skin often struggles with dryness due to a natural decline in sebum production. Enter squalane oil, a silky hydrator that mimics your skin’s natural oils. This powerhouse locks in moisture without clogging pores, restoring the lipid barrier, plumping fine lines, and leaving skin soft and bouncy.
Combining the moisturizing benefits of squalane with the brightening effects of vitamin C, this oil leaves your skin feeling firm and radiant without a greasy residue.” —Paula Brezavscek
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Skin Rocks The Support Oil ($75)
“I love this product for its squalene, macadamia and jojoba oils. It’s soothing, anti-inflammatory and skin softening for a nice glow when you wake up!” —Joanna Vargas
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Drunk Elephant Virgin Marula Luxury Facial Oil ($69)
“If your skin craves a luxurious, protective shield, marula oil is the answer. Brimming with antioxidants and essential fatty acids, marula oil excels at combating environmental stressors like UV damage and pollution, which accelerate aging. Its thicker consistency makes it ideal for nighttime use, cocooning your skin in rich moisture while you sleep.
This pure, unrefined marula oil is known for its rich antioxidant profile and ability to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, leaving the skin calm, supple and nourished.” —Paula Brezavscek
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Kiehl’s Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil Herbal Concentrate Face Oil ($55)
“This one is a great, nongreasy formulation that will heal your skin barrier and moisturize you like crazy! The cannabis sativa oil is wonderful for mature skin when hydration can be a challenge. I have acne-prone skin and have had no problems with this one. Great price point too.” —Kristin Gunn
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