The best oils for a healthy scalp and youthful-looking complexion

The good ones are not oily and stinky, won’t clog pores, and are essential for skin and hair health

By Goh Yee Huay and Sinead Lee - 4 Feb 2020

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Starting to notice some fine lines and wrinkles, are we? For a glow more truthful to your inner age, these facial oils worthy of your time promise to plump creases and cheeks, smooth out skin, making it infinitely more supple to touch. Their opulent formulas should melt into skin like butter and smell just as divine.

Take the pampering a step further by devoting some time to haircare and tackle frizz to a greasy scalp.

As most of us are in constant pursuit of the next skin and hair heroes which will transform our visage, these brands have a few ideas on how to help.

This story was first published on Her World’s January 2020 issue.

Sunday Riley UFO Ultra Clarifying Face Oil, $59

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Moisturises and balances out the potential drying effects of salicylic acid.

Votary Clarifying Face Oil, $129

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Its base oils of oat, rice bran and peach are soothing and quick-absorbing.

Kora Organics Noni Glow Face Oil, $32

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Softens and strengthens skin while reducing the signs of sun damage.

Huxley Oil Light And More, $59

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Its star ingredient, prickly pear seed oil, is said to be lighter yet more moisturising than argan oil.

SK-II Facial Treatment Oil, $205

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The brand's signature ingredient Pitera + six highly nourishing oils, such as avocado, jojoba and rice bran.

Chanel Huile De Jasmin, $216

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Smoothens, nourishes and fortifies skin with premium oils chosen for their high skin compatibility, as well as a jasmine extract from the brand's exclusive fields in Grasse, France.