Facial Oil 101 for Skin That's Oily-AF

Magic or just really smart beauty advice—you decide!

- Lauren Balsamo

We are happy to report that, despite all concerns to the contrary, adding a face oil to your routine won’t make your skin one bit greasier—just glowier. Oils can actually strengthen your skin’s protective barrier, which keeps in good things like water and nutrients while blocking microbes, pollutants, and allergens, says Sarah Villafranco, MD, Founder of skincare brand Osmia Organics. All this is essential for clear, healthy-looking skin—no matter your skin type. It may sound counterintuitive, but using a face oil can even make your skin less oily since it allows sebaceous glands (aka the ones that pump out oil) to get into a more balanced state, says Dr Sarah. But here’s the catch: if you use the wrong facial oil or apply it the wrong way, your skin will become a shiny di