Oil Rituals: Natural Ways to Use Pressed Oils in Daily Beauty

Before science named every molecule, women anointed themselves in oil and wonder, gilding their skin with secrets pulled from seeds, suns, and ancient stories.

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Lately, there’s been a growing desire for the kind of self-care elixir that seems to do it all, to cleanse, nourish, protect, and leave behind a soft, luminous sheen. In a world overflowing with products and promises, the search for true beauty feels almost sacred again, a quiet return to ritual, to the simplicity of oils that heal, glow, and restore balance to the skin and spirit alike.

The Egyptians and Greeks practiced it, royalty in Mesopotamia and Persia reveled in it, and the goddesses of ancient myth were said to anoint their skin with fragrant oils until it gleamed under the sun. Long before science dictated routines and results, beauty was an intimate ritual. Each civilization turned to the earth for its secrets, letting nature’s oils soften, protect, and illuminate their skin in the most instinctive way.

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Here are some ways you can bring centuries-old oil rituals into your everyday routine:


Deriving from plants, popular oils such as sesame, rosehip, apricot, olive, avocado, jojoba, argan, almond and many other types of oils are taken from the seeds, nuts and kernels of plants, followed by a cold-pressed process to preserve their most beneficial compounds.

1. Cold-pressed Jojoba for face-wash


Cold-pressed jojoba oil makes an excellent modern face-wash because its sebum-like composition dissolves makeup, sunscreen, and excess oil without stripping the skin. Warm a few drops in your hands, massage onto a dry face for a minute, then remove with a warm, damp cloth or follow with a gentle cleanser. This balances oil production, calms inflammation, and keeps the skin barrier naturally healthy.

2. Avocado oil for everyday skin barrier


Avocado oil is one of the most effective everyday oils for strengthening the skin barrier, thanks to its rich concentration of oleic acid, essential fatty acids, and vitamins A, D, and E. Its thicker texture helps seal in moisture and repair microscopic cracks caused by over-cleansing, pollution, or seasonal dryness. After cleansing, warm a few drops between your hands and press into damp skin, or blend it into your moisturizer for deeper nourishment. 

Used consistently, avocado oil softens rough texture, calms irritation, and leaves the barrier more resilient.


3. Rose-hip oil for anti-inflammation


For those who have sensitive and reactionary skin types, prone to redness and irritation, cold-pressed rosehip oil is your best friend. High in oleic acid and vitamin E, this oil supports the barrier layer of your face, protecting your skin from pollutants while providing a calm complexion. Its natural anti-inflammatory omega fatty acids help reduce flare-ups and soothe stressed skin, while antioxidants work to fade post-blemish discoloration and strengthen the skin over time. 

Used consistently, rosehip oil promotes a more even tone, softer texture, and noticeably less reactive skin.

4. Apricot kernel oil for everyday moisturizing

Suitable for dry and combination skin, high-quality cold-pressed apricot oil is highly recommended for facial skincare due to its light, vitamin-rich, and fast-absorbing character. It has the ideal balance of oleic and linoleic acids for a smooth, non-greasy moisturising finish. Its natural antioxidants help soften fine texture, support barrier resilience, and keep the complexion supple throughout the day.

5. Sesame oil for antioxidant protection

Traditionally used in ancient Ayurvedic beauty rituals, cold-pressed sesame oil offers powerful antioxidant defense for modern skin. Rich in sesamol, sesamin, and vitamin E, it helps neutralize free-radical damage caused by UV exposure, pollution, and daily urban stress, which are major contributors to premature aging skin. Its breathable, emollient texture creates a subtle protective shield that keeps the complexion supple while supporting a calm, resilient barrier. Press a few warmed drops onto clean skin in the morning to boost your skincare’s defenses and maintain a healthy, nourished glow throughout the day.