Despite having oily/combo skin, I've never been afraid of using oils. Throughout my time as an oil-user, I've found that most oil-based skincare products are on the pricier side ($15-$100+), so I was happy to hear that a range of oils under $10 each had launched in Canada.
From the makers of Bio-Oil comes a brand new range of six affordable oil-based skincare products dubbed as Lipidol. Typically, daily washing with hot water and soap may strip the skin of it's natural oils and reduces the effectiveness of the skin's moisture barrier, which helps the skin to hold moisture and protects the skin from the environment.
Let's talk packaging. The clear plastic is surprisingly... chic! I love that the colours in the bottles reflect the types of natural plant extract and essential oil ingredients used in the products.
I received three of the 6. Missing from this review are the After Shower Oil, After Shave Oil, and the soon to be released Sun-Tan Oil.
Lipidol Cleansing Face Oil ($8.97)
> what it does: "removes dirt and make-up without stripping the skin's natural oily layer"
> when to use it: when removing makeup
> smells like: Rosemary and Neroli
> the verdict: It's a straightforward facial cleansing oil that turns into a milky consistency when it comes into contact with water. It does a great job at removing makeup including waterproof mascara. Upon rinsing, my skin felt moisturized but not greasy, however I'm still not comfortable with only using an oil to remove product off my face, so I still double cleanse.
Lipidol Cleansing Body Oil ($8.97)
> what it does: "washes away dirt without stripping the skin's natural oily layer, leaving skin smooth and soft"
> when to use it: in the shower
> smells like: Lime
> the verdict: Cleansing BODY oils are a new concept for me. I love facial cleansing oils, so I suspected that a body oil would be similar. I was surprised that this oil actually lathers when it comes into contact with water. It's not a soapy lather, just light, sudsy bubbles. After rinsing the oil off, my skin felt smooth and again, not at all greasy just hydrated. On a side note, I'm usually fond of citrusy scents but the lime essential oil is a little strange for me.
> the verdict: Cleansing BODY oils are a new concept for me. I love facial cleansing oils, so I suspected that a body oil would be similar. I was surprised that this oil actually lathers when it comes into contact with water. It's not a soapy lather, just light, sudsy bubbles. After rinsing the oil off, my skin felt smooth and again, not at all greasy just hydrated. On a side note, I'm usually fond of citrusy scents but the lime essential oil is a little strange for me.
Lipidol Overnight Face Oil ($8.97)
> what it does: "supplements the skin's natural oily layer, increasing moisture retention and enhancing overnight rejuvenation"
> when to use it: before bedtime
> smells like: Ylang-Ylang and Black Pepper
> the verdict: THIS is the one that feels oily on my skin, rather than hydrating. I even wake up feeling a bit slimy, perhaps because my skin is naturally an oil slick. The Overnight Face Oil feels like it'd be great for the winter time or pasty legs but it's definitely not great for oily skin in the summer. I'll be putting this one on the back burner until later in the year and I'll keep y'all updated if my thoughts on this change.
Overall, I'd definitely recommend both the Lipidol Cleansing Body Oil and the Cleansing Face Oil if you're looking to get into using oil-based skincare but you're on a tight budget.
> the verdict: THIS is the one that feels oily on my skin, rather than hydrating. I even wake up feeling a bit slimy, perhaps because my skin is naturally an oil slick. The Overnight Face Oil feels like it'd be great for the winter time or pasty legs but it's definitely not great for oily skin in the summer. I'll be putting this one on the back burner until later in the year and I'll keep y'all updated if my thoughts on this change.
Overall, I'd definitely recommend both the Lipidol Cleansing Body Oil and the Cleansing Face Oil if you're looking to get into using oil-based skincare but you're on a tight budget.
What's your favourite affordable oil-based skincare product?
Press samples featured. Lipidol is available exclusively at Walmart.
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