Many people have a lot of misconceptions about using organic oils on their face or even their body. 

Whether you have acne, sensitive skin or just hate the oily feeling, a lot of people have had their own bad experiences with oils. What many people don’t know is that oils in mainstream skincare typically use cheap, low quality oils that clog pores. Because of this, a lot of people have come to shudder at the thought of using oil on their face.

Another reason is that many people aren’t familiar with the functions of different types of organic plant oils and may be using the incorrect oils for their skin type. After all, all oils are NOT created equal. Some are heavier while others are lighter. The following are a few of my favorite organic oils for each skin type so you can finally discover one that works for you!

The Best Organic Oils For Your Skin Type

Organic Grapeseed Oil:

Grapseed oil is great for all skin types.

Grape seed oil is a natural plant oil that has a similar structure to human sebum. Because of this, grape seed oil works well for oily and sensitive skin. It sinks directly into your skin and leaves no greasy feel. This oil works well for those who don’t like that oily feeling on their face and want something light. It’s high in vitamin E and linoleic acid. Known to be great for healing damaged skin, this oil soothes eczema, dry skin and can be used under the eyes. It has a very light consistency and little to no scent.

Organic Raspberry Seed Oil:

Known for its high percentage of fatty acid content, raspberry seed oil is great for those with aging, dry, mature, or sun damaged skin.

Fatty acids are protein building blocks for the skin and can help heal any damage to your skin’s moisture barrier. Rapsberry oil is a heavier oil so it should be used for dry skin types. It’s very useful in soothing eczema and dry skin and is also high in vitamins A and E. Some studies have also shown it to be a valuable SPF as it may be useful in protecting skin from UV rays. This oil is darker in color and is a heavier oil with a strange herbal scent.  A little bit goes a long way.

Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil:

This is one of my favorite oils! I love olive oil for both it’s health properties as well as it’s topical benefits.

EVOO is great for all skin types and is touted as one of the natural oils that most closely resembles human sebum (human oils). Therefore, olive oil is readily accepted and absorbed by the skin. It is an excellent cleansing oil and facial moisturizer. Olive oil can also help to soothe razor burn, skin irritations, and dry skin. It has a large range of antioxidants and fatty acid proteins to help rebuild and protect the skin from free radicals. To some degree, it has also been know to work as a natural sunscreen. Please note: This is based on a scientific study done, but you should STILL wear proper sunscreen/sunblock with a good percentage of zinc oxide in order to truly protect yourself!

Organic Neem Oil:

A lesser known oil, neem oil is great for acne and other skin irritations.

It has been shown to relieve itching skin irritations, fungus, redness and infection due to its high antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Some studies show it soothes dry, damaged skin and lightens scars and hyper-pigmentation.  If you are not keen on herbal smells, I recommend you just use a product that includes neem as this oil has a distinct scent. It also has a pretty thick viscosity so a little goes a long way. 

Organic Evening Primrose Oil:

Another great natural oil, evening primrose oil is often used in anti-aging skin care lines for it’s high GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) content. High GLA content is known to be useful in rebuilding damaged skin cells and calming inflammation.

It has a high moisture level making it useful against dry skin conditions and other skin concerns like rosacea, acne, and atopic dermatitis. Useful in clearing skin rashes and irritations, evening primrose oil is known to help clear clogged pores. The thickness of this oil is somewhere between the lightness of  grapeseed and the heavy feel of raspberry seed oil. It doesn’t feel heavy on the skin, but would likely work well for drier skin types. Other skin types would do well to use this oil in smaller amounts.

Organic Rosehip Oil:

Due to its high vitamin A (retinoic acid) content, rosehip oil has been shown to help  with skin cell turnover and regeneration.

This has been shown in studies to improve many skin concerns such as acne, scarring, hyper-pigmentation, and wrinkles. It also helps soften skin texture and condition the skin overall. Rosehip oil texture may be suited to any skin type in moderation, but will be most suited to drier skin types.

Organic Coconut Oil:

Coconut oil is often touted for its many health benefits, but little is mentioned of its skin care benefits.

It can be applied as a natural moisturizer or cleansing oil. Many brands use coconut oil derivatives in their anti-aging skin care lines to help moisturize mature skin. This oil is a liquid when heated, but hardens in the cold. It melts on skin contact and is easily absorbed into the skin.

The only thing with coconut oil is that it feels oily so a LITTLE bit goes a very long way. A small 1 oz. tube of coconut oil will last you months. It can also be very runny once it has melted, but it is also much lighter once melted. Use sparingly as too much can definitely make you feel oily. Be sure to use a high quality coconut oil for skincare purposes as they are more likely to retain the skincare benefits and potency we want. Those with sensitive or acne prone skin may want to avoid using coconut oil as it can be too heavy for some. 

Other Beneficial Oils:

Castor Seed Oil, Pomegranate Seed Oil, Cherry Seed Oil, and much more…

All in all, there are some great natural skin benefits to be gained from the daily use of organic oils. They are known to offer some of the same benefits to your skin as mainstream products without the side effects and preservatives. Though the idea of putting oil on your face may make you cringe, you might want to reconsider in lieu of what these oils can offer you.