Tag: Moisturizing oils

Many popular carrier oils, such as olive, avocado, and sweet almond oil, are naturally rich in oleic acid, an omega-9 fatty acid that is also found in the human body. Understanding the fatty acid composition of these oils is crucial for choosing the right one to suit your skin's unique needs, especially for deep moisturization and barrier support.

While often praised for its health benefits, topical olive oil may not be a perfect substitute for vitamin E oil due to different concentrations and properties. Olive oil does contain vitamin E, specifically alpha-tocopherol, but in a significantly diluted form compared to concentrated vitamin E oil from capsules or serums.