Skin and face oils are gaining popularity these days thanks in part to spas and companies debunking the myths and concerns some clients have about using them. Today, even formerly anti-oil spa-goers are now jumping on the bandwagon. Here are some of the most common oil-based myths and why they are false.
Myth: People with acne-prone skin should avoid using oils.
Myth: Oils clog pores.
Truth: “Some people believe that oils sit on top of the skin, clog pores, and cause breakouts,” says Janel Luu of Le Mieux Cosmetics and PurErb. “However, oils with high levels of essential fatty acids are easily absorbed, because they resemble the oils naturally found in the skin. Plus, oil dissolves oil, so oils can help sweep away pore-clogging debris.”
Myth: Oils are not suitable for clients with oily skin.
Myth: Oils are too heavy for daytime use.
Truth: “When oils are properly refined and prepared, it is quite the opposite experience,” says Rhonda Allison, founder and CEO of Rhonda Allison Cosmeceuticals. “Serum oils will quickly absorb into the skin, eliminating the oily appearance or feeling too heavy.”
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