Everything You Need To Know About Pure Oils For Face And Body

If you've ever stood in front of your bathroom shelf wondering whether to reach for a face oil or a serum - or whether you even need both - you're not alone. It's one of the most common questions in natural skincare. This guide breaks it down simply, so you can build a routine that genuinely works for your skin.

What Is a Pure Face Oil?

A pure face oil is exactly what it sounds like - an oil, or blend of oils, applied directly to the skin to nourish, protect, and seal in moisture. Unlike lotions or creams, oils contain no water, which means no emulsifiers, preservatives, or fillers. Just concentrated plant goodness.

Pure oils are rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants - the building blocks your skin uses to repair and protect itself. Different oils suit different skin types and concerns, which is why choosing the right one matters.

At Nudi Point, our pure facial oils are certified organic and cold-pressed, preserving the full nutritional profile of each oil.

Face Oil vs Serum - What's the Difference?

A serum is a concentrated, water-based treatment designed to deliver active ingredients - like Vitamin C, antioxidants, or brightening botanicals - deep into the skin. It absorbs quickly and works best when applied to clean skin before heavier products.

A face oil is an occlusive - it sits on top of the skin and creates a breathable barrier that locks in moisture and the active ingredients beneath it. Applied after serum, it seals everything in and gives your skin that healthy, luminous finish.

Think of serum as the treatment and oil as the protector.

Our award-winning Facially Yours Vitamin C Facial Serum is formulated to work beautifully under a facial oil - the Vitamin C brightens and protects, while the oil seals and nourishes.

Which Pure Oil Is Right for Your Skin?

Rosehip oil is rich in Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids and is celebrated for helping reduce the appearance of fine lines, scars, and uneven skin tone. It's particularly good for ageing, dull, or sun-damaged skin. Our pure organic rosehip oil is certified organic and cold-pressed.

Argan oil is lightweight, fast-absorbing, and rich in Vitamin E. It's excellent for all skin types - including combination and oily - because it helps balance sebum rather than adding to it. Our pure organic argan oil is certified organic and cold-pressed from Moroccan Argan trees.

Both oils can also be used on hair and nails - truly versatile, whole-body ingredients.

Can You Use Face Oil on Your Body Too?

Absolutely. Pure plant oils aren't just for your face. Rosehip and argan oil work beautifully as targeted body treatments - on dry elbows and knees, on stretch marks, as a hair treatment, or on cuticles. For all-over body nourishment, our natural body care range uses many of the same botanical oils in richer, whipped formulations designed for larger areas.

How to Layer Face Oil Into Your Routine

The golden rule: lightest to richest. Apply products in this order:

1. Cleanse

2. Serum (like Vitamin C or a targeted treatment)

3. Face oil (2-3 drops, pressed gently into skin)
   

Is it okay to use face oil every day? Usually yes. Apply a few drops on damp skin or over serum. Can you use facial oil instead of moisturiser? Yes - particularly in warmer months or for minimal routines. Very dry skin may prefer both.

Choose serum when you want visible change, and let a few drops of facial oil bring everything together.

Ready to find your perfect match? Explore our facial serums and pure oils - all handcrafted in Takahue Valley, New Zealand.