bisabolol + ɑ-linolenic acid + seabuckthorn

The Better Oil Nourishing Emollients

A light oil containing nourishing emollients for soft, bright skin. This weightless oil can be used for all skin types and comes with pure omega 3 & 6 along with German chamomile to soothe and brighten skin tone.

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How to use

The thought of putting oil on your face can sound intimidating but even oily skin types can benefit from the right oil. The Better Oil is your emollient champion! These light oils smooth the surface of skin, give skin a boost of nourishment, and leave skin with a subtle dewy finish.

NIGHT

A little goes a long way with this one. Just use 1-2 drops max as a last step in your night routine for a boost of nourishment.

GET CREATIVE

Since our Better Oil launched four years ago, our customers have really maximized the use of this formula. From adding a drop to their cuticles to even using it for hair, our community is making it their own and you should too!

Pssst...did you know?

When the chemists first started scouring the planet for the right plant oils, we stumbled upon a beautiful texture that we had to kick to the curb pretty quickly. There was no chemist magic that was able to subdue the fragrance, which the chemists describe as “beautifully-aged broccoli”.

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Ingredients List & Actives Profiles

You shouldn’t need a degree in chemistry to take care of your skin. But, to be clear, someone needs the degree.

Emollients

Skin-friendly Plant Oils

Our base trio of plant oils, seabuckthorn seed, black currant, and rosehip seed was strategically selected for its A+ free fatty acid profile, which makes this base ideal for both dry and oily skin types.

15% Squalane

A dry, photo-stable oil derived from olives that gives skin lightweight nourishment without any added heaviness.

Soothe & Brighten

1% Bisabolol

This is the isolated compound from German chamomile that is known for its potent soothing & skin brightening properties.

1% Free Fatty Acids

The chemists included pure compounds of essential linoleic acid (omega-6) and linolenic acid (omega-3) to maintain skin health and promote a brighter complexion.

Barrier Care

0.5% ɑ-tocopherol

The most bioavailable form of Vitamin E. ɑ-Tocopherol helps promote and maintain a healthy skin barrier so skin looks and feels its best.

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Vegan, Cruelty Free

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