SPONSORED FEATURE It may seem like a fad, trend or craze, but facial oils have actually been used by skincare experts and therapists for decades as a way of treating skin in an effective and highly nourishing way. The multi-functional benefits a little bottle of oil can offer are in demand, and with good reason; saturated with effective ingredients in much higher concentrations than your usual moisturiser, they provide a great way to treat your skin without overloading it. Because oils are lipophilic (or fat loving) they pass though the lipid layer of the skin faster, preventing water loss and plumping skin with moisture more effectively. If you apply an oil before your anti-aging cream, the oil molecules also trick the skin into letting active ingredients (such as retinol, glycolic acid and vitamin C) penetrate deeper into the skin, without irritating the surface. An oil is a perfect accompaniment to a targeted skincare regime, adding a little boost when you need it most - whether that's before your moisturiser, as a night treatment, mixed with your foundation or even rubbed onto dry patches and cuticles. Although they can be intimidating, finding a great product that integrates into your routine is the first step towards great skin - and it seems that Sanctuary Spa may provide the affordable and effective solution you're looking for.
They're often more well known for their pampering body treats and iconic scents, but the new Sanctuary Spa facial oil...