There are tons of retinol creams and traditional skincare products out there claiming to improve your skin, but they often have ingredients I prefer to avoid. So, I made my own herbal face oil filled with soothing and anti-aging ingredients for fabulous skin.
I’ve always had oily skin, which was annoying during my teenage years. However, I’ve come to appreciate it because everyone in my family with this skin type has aged really well. It’s only after having six kids and dealing with lots of stress that I’ve started noticing dry skin and fine lines.
Many friends of mine are opting for botox, which I find surprising because they look great already. Personally, I’m not keen on spending money on injecting “the bacterial toxin botulin” into my face. Instead, I wanted a natural way to fight wrinkles.
This herbal face oil has been amazing for my skin. Although it’s somewhat pricey to make, it’s probably less costly than botulin injections. It smells incredible and works even better.
I only need a tiny drop each day, which means my small bottle lasts around 6-8 months. It’s the only face moisturizer I use. It took some time to find my perfect skincare routine, but I’m very pleased with this facial oil. If you’re looking for glowing skin and hydration with natural ingredients, you should give it a shot!
Here’s what I used in my anti-aging face oil. The special blend of oils is particularly beneficial for the skin. The best part is that it’s quick and easy to make—just mixing oils, no water or emulsification necessary. Here’s a breakdown of the ingredients and their benefits:
Argan oil traditionally came from kernels pooped out by goats eating the argan fruit, but fortunately, we have better methods today! This oil is perfect for problem skin or just nourishing the skin in general. It locks in moisture and shields the skin from sun and wind damage. Light and easily absorbed, argan oil also contains vitamin E, antioxidant polyphenols, squalane, and carotenes, helping to calm inflammation and fight free radicals, contributing to graceful aging.
If your skin leans towards the drier side, consider using a heavier carrier oil. Options like pure olive oil, avocado oil, or baobab oil can be great choices. You can even mix several carrier oils to suit your needs for aging or mature skin.
Olive oil is not just great for salads; it’s also a favorite for skincare. A major source of squalane, which our skin cells naturally produce, olive oil moisturizes and soothes damaged skin. It acts as a humectant, protecting the skin’s barrier.
Avocado oil is rich in vitamins A, B, and E, making it popular in skincare for replenishing skin’s collagen, preventing age spots, and soothing inflammation. This oil is firming and improves skin tone, even softening scaly skin. Derived from the fruit’s flesh, it’s great for skincare, while avocado seed oil comes from the seed but isn’t as pleasant to taste.
Improving elasticity and supporting collagen health, this oil also helps with breakouts, acne-prone skin, and rosacea. It moisturizes, softens, and regenerates the skin, thanks to its fatty acids, mainly oleic and linoleic.
I like adding vitamin C-rich cold-pressed rosehip oil to anti-aging skincare. As one of the few drying oils, it works well with oily skin but is also suitable for dry or combination skin. Just add a little to another carrier oil. You can find it in my rosehip seed oil facial moisturizer.
Rich in GLA fatty acids, evening primrose oil is beneficial for eczema, reducing inflammation, and maintaining hormone balance. While I don’t use it alone, it blends well with oils like olive, jojoba, or argan—although it may clog pores if too much is used, so it’s often advised against for heavily oily or acne-prone skin.
There are many great botanicals available, but a few standout essential oils really excel in skincare.
If you’re after a natural, anti-aging, and skin-smoothing serum or face oil, give this a try! It brightens, is gentle on sensitive skin, tackles dryness, and leaves your skin feeling fantastic. Though these oils are expensive, they last long when diluted, and I use them in other recipes to stretch their benefits.
I keep my bottle by the sink and apply a drop after my oil cleansing routine at night. Some mornings, I use it after washing my face with honey. The scent is amazing, and I love it as I drift off to sleep or start my day.
Since oil cleansing leaves my face somewhat moisturized, I only use 1-2 drops. However, if you use a soap-based face wash, which can dry out the skin more, you might need to apply more face oil.
What do you use on your face? Let us know!
