THE ORDINARY 100% ORGANIC COLD-PRESSED ARGAN OIL

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Throughout my lifetime I have been fortunate to be genetically blessed with relatively trouble-free skin. It is only now that I am older that I actually appreciate what an asset this is. During my younger years, there were no major dramas, apart from an odd pimple or two from time to time.

Having lived abroad for many years, I quickly learned that sun is not a complexion’s best friend. Women who live in sunny climes actively avoid the sun’s damaging rays, and I quickly adopted their habits. There is nothing more attractive than having a golden healthy glow, but many people still overdo the tanning process, leaving their skin parched, dry and wrinkled.

At the moment, I am all about oil! I bathe and shower with oil-based products, moisturise my body with oil, I even use oil in my hair routine. There are so many wonderful choices out there right now, and the latest facial oils I have been experimenting with are from The Ordinary range. During the day I still use a cream moisturiser prior to make-up application, but on make-up free days and after evening cleansing, my go-to now is always an oil moisturiser.

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Some of these oils seem quite expensive, and that is because of the high quality and purity of the product. The Ordinary, however, have hit the mark with an extensive range of oils and serums that offer that same quality at a more reasonable price. Lately I have been using their 100% Organic Cold-Pressed Moroccan Argan Oil regularly. What I notice is that my skin drinks the oil in swiftly, no greasy residue is left over, and my skin is much more plumped and cushiony. The oil seems to seep into my skin, rather than just sit on the surface, as some moisturisers do.

My latest haul from The Ordinary includes their Hyaluronic Acid for hydration, Buffet Serum for general skin health, Rosehip Oil and Marula Oil. I have also purchased their AHA 30 + Peeling Solution, an intriguing red potion which is to be used for chemical exfoliation. I will keep you updated on their performance.

The packaging of the products is reminiscent of old-school pharmacy bottles with droppers for accurate dosage.

THE ORDINARY 100% ORGANIC COLD-PRESSED ARGAN OIL is priced at £5.90 and is available here.