Types of Oils:
Dry Oils: absorbed quickly, do not tend to leave your skin feeling oily
Wet Oils: absorbed slowly, will leave your skin feeling oily
Useful Definitions:
Oxidation: when a product degrades after being exposed to oxygen
Anti-Oxidants: prevents your skin from aging when exposed to the elements.
Carrier Oil: helps dilute the main oil being applied to your skin so your skin is not overloaded with an intense product, helps prevents allergic reactions. (source).
Popular Botanical Oils:
1. Vitamin E Oil
Should be on the dry side. Carrier oil (can be anything) infused with vitamin E. Said to give you a glow. Watch for the carrier oil and the density of the vitamin E in the oil.
2. Argan Oil
On the dry side. Excellent for hair and nails, but not always excellent for the face. The product can degrade over time and cause a skin allergy.
3. Jojoba Oil:
Dry oil (technically a liquid wax.) Preserves well over time. Can be used as both a cleanser and a moisturizer. One of the least irritating oils out there, and is good for acne-prone skin. (source)
4. Olive Oil:
Wet oil. Balances your moisture levels because of its lower oxidation. Also contains vitamin K. Natural anti-inflammatory, which may reduce redness (source).
5. Coconut Oil:
Completely wet oil. Moisturizes skin with fatty acids and has beneficial antioxidant properties. Important to note that unrefined "virgin" is much better (source).
6. Avocado Oil:
Dry oil similar to coconut oil, but antioxidant properties and fatty acids to help moisturize the skin (source).
Note: Skincare preservatives are your friend.
Products that contain the oils listed above will preservatives. These are key in making sure that the product does not degrade over time and cause skin irritation. Buying the oils alone and applying them to the skin doesn't guarantee that the chemical composition of the oils is intact by the time you apply it to your skin.
See also:
Dr. Dray's Youtube Channel is an incredible wealth of information from a board-certified dermatologist (disclaimer: it's not medical advice) Source
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