Dermat Shares The Best Oil To Apply On Face At Night And Why

Nighttime skin care is all about repair and restoration. While sleeping, the skin rejuvenates itself naturally, so it is the best time to introduce ingredients that feed and repair. However, with so many products to choose from, and so many trends to catch up on, facial oils have become a key product for anyone looking for healthy, glowing, and moisturised skin. But with rosehip, argan, jojoba, and marula to choose from, one is often left wondering which oil is best used at night.

So we reached out to our expert, Dr Kriti Lohia, CEO & Consultant Dermatologist, MBBS, DDVL, DABRM,  Aesthetics Redefined by Cocoona Clinic - Gurgaon, for help and here is what she shared with us.

Best Oil To Put On Face At Night

If one oil is the most versatile and skin-friendly, it's rosehip oil,” suggested r Lohia. Derived from the seeds of wild rose shrubs, this golden oil is rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids. It's light, non-greasy, and compatible with nearly every skin type, including oily, dry, and even sensitive.

Why Rosehip Oil Is the Best Nighttime Face Oil

Rosehip oil is like a natural skin elixir. It possesses vitamin A (retinoids), which aids cell turnover and texture smoothing. Vitamin C lightens the skin tone and removes dark spots, and omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids strengthen the skin's barrier and lock in moisture. “It is special because it is able to deeply moisturise without causing pores to clog, which means it can be used even on acne skin,” Dr Lohia added.

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Advantages of Using Rosehip Oil at Night

Here are a few advantages of rosehip oil if you incorporate it into your nighttime skincare routine:

1. Brightens and Evens Skin Tone

Rosehip oil reduces pigmentation, dullness, and scarring. Regular use leaves the skin with a radiant, natural shine.

2. Boosts Collagen Production

Rich in vitamin A and antioxidants, rosehip oil helps in the formation of collagen, enhancing elasticity and reducing fine lines and wrinkles with time.

3. Hydrates and Locks in Moisture

Rosehip oil soaks in deeply to moisturise the skin, avoiding dryness and flakiness. It does not leave a greasy residue behind, unlike heavier oils, but a soft, smooth finish instead.

4. Fades Acne Scars and Marks

Rosehip oil is rich in linoleic acid, which encourages healing and minimises the appearance of post-acne marks and blemishes.

5. Soothes Inflammation

Rosehip oil’s anti-inflammatory properties soothe redness, irritation, and sensitivity, so it is suitable for sensitive skin.

How To Use Rosehip Oil at Night

“Once cleaned and toned, put two to three drops of rosehip oil on the face. Massage it into the skin with your fingertips, letting it soak in. It can be worn alone or over a light moisturiser for extra moisture. To get the best out of it, use regularly at night,” Dr Lohia recommended.

Other Facial Oils Worth Trying

Although rosehip oil is a showstopper, jojoba (to balance oil production), argan (to deeply moisturise), and tea tree (for acne prevention) oils can also be useful depending on the needs of the skin.

Bottomline

Rosehip oil is the best oil to put on the face at night. It feeds, brightens, and revives the skin from the inside out, so it looks refreshed and radiant every morning.