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The pared-back formula is ideal forsensitive skin types(assuming youre not allergic to plums, of course).
I just apply the oil on my face for an instant glow and on my hair to tame it.
Our tester describes the formula as oily in a good way.
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Her face was slick when she applied it before bed, but felt perfectly soft and hydrated by morning.
Note to self: Give this formula plenty of time to absorb.
By morning, his complexion was moisturized and radiant.
By combining it with hydratingsqualaneand soothing vitamin E, this pick aims to counter any potential irritation.
Our tester loved the light, thin consistency of the oil, which never felt overly greasy.
What really set the oil apart, in our testers opinion, is the healthy glow it imparted.
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I havent been able to replicate it with any other product, she said.
Ashley, a tester with combination skin:It provides my dry skin with nourishment and moisture.
My skin elasticity improved slightly.
It gave our testers complexion a glow that made his makeup look perfectly dewy.
The lightweight, bright blue formula was easy to spread and delivered deep hydration.
Its enriched with antioxidant-packed, moisturizingmoringa oiland a proprietary algae blend crafted to smoothfine lines and wrinkles.
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The product spreads nicely with an aloe-like texture thats easily absorbed and never feels oily.
It even helped fade areas ofhyperpigmentationand left her skin supple and glowy.
Our tester loved how smoothing and hydrating it felt and how easily it absorbed.
Although she liked its neutral nutty scent, others might not be so keen.
This is likely because it adds a quick, intense layer of hydration.
Best for Acne-Prone Skin
Sunday Riley U.F.O.
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Our tester appreciated that the mid-weight oil was easy to spread and layered well with other skincare products.
Although our testers skin isnt particularly oily, this pick did help clear some bumpybreakouts along her chin.
Cullen, a tester with normal-dry skin:I feel as though my skin has looked better and better.
Once applied, our tester says her skin looked radiant and felt hydrated all day long.
My skin looked more radiant with the oil than without.
Its important to select an oil that wont clog the pores or worsen breakouts, says Dr. Garshick.
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According to Dr. Garshick, face oils, similar tobody oils, dont necessarily cause acne.
There are oils that wont clog the pores and, as such, wont cause acne.
So the idea that oil is a no-no for the skin?
Its not always the case.
If oils are applied too early in a routine, they may even prevent subsequent products from getting absorbed.
If your goal is radiant, glowing skin (whose isnt?
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), board-certified dermatologistDr.
The question of which is betterface oil orserumis dependent on your skin throw in and goals.
Try looking for products that will layer well and combine both for optimal results.
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