Use a face oil as the last step of your night routine: cleanse, apply any water-based toner or serum, then warm two or three drops between your fingertips and press them into slightly damp skin. Massage gently upwards for a minute and leave it on overnight. In the morning, use a drop under sunscreen only if your skin is dry. This is how we recommend using Auravedic's Kumkumadi Tailam and our other face oils.
Step-by-step: using a face oil at night
- Cleanse. Use a gentle face wash and rinse well.
- Leave skin slightly damp. Oil seals in water, so it works better on skin that is not bone-dry.
- Apply water-based products first. Toner, essence, gel or serum go before oil.
- Warm the oil. Put two or three drops on your fingertips and rub them together.
- Press, then massage. Press onto cheeks, forehead, nose and chin. Then massage in small upward circles for about a minute.
- Leave on overnight. Change your pillowcase often if you use oils nightly.
Where does a face oil go in your routine?
| Order | Night | Morning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cleanser | Cleanser |
| 2 | Toner | Toner |
| 3 | Serum | Vitamin C or other serum |
| 4 | Moisturiser (if your skin is dry) | Moisturiser |
| 5 | Face oil | Face oil, only if very dry (1 drop) |
| 6 | — | Sunscreen, always last |
Three other ways to use a face oil
- Mixed into moisturiser: add one drop to your cream for a lighter feel.
- As a massage oil: use a few extra drops for a five-minute face massage once a week.
- Over a mask: after rinsing a clay or ubtan mask, two drops of oil stop skin from feeling tight.
Common mistakes
- Using too much. More than four drops usually leaves skin greasy.
- Applying oil before water-based products. Serums and gels cannot sink in through a layer of oil.
- Skipping sunscreen. Oils do not protect from the sun.
- Not patch testing. Test any new oil behind the ear for 24 hours.
How long until you see results?
Softer, more comfortable skin often shows within days. A brighter, more even look builds up over several weeks of regular use. Dark spots take longer and need daily sunscreen alongside.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use a face oil every night?
Yes. Most face oils, including kumkumadi tailam, are made for nightly use.
Should I wash off a face oil in the morning?
Yes. Cleanse in the morning before applying your day products and sunscreen.
Can I use face oil under makeup?
Use one drop at most and let it absorb for a few minutes, or makeup may slide.
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