Moisturizers & Face Oils

How do you choose the best moisturizer for your skin type?

To choose the right moisturizer, you first need to determine your skin type. The four main categories are dry, oily, combination and sensitive. You may have a blend of these — for example, many people have dry skin with an oily T-zone.

Once you have determined your skin type, review the ingredient lists of each moisturizer. Different moisturizers are formulated for specific skin types (though many of our gentle and fragrance-free clean face moisturizers are suitable for all skin types). Lighter water creams are excellent options for oily and combination skin, while dry skin benefits from heavier, oil-based moisturizers. Individuals with sensitive skin will want to look for soothing ingredients, such as aloe vera, and avoid fragrances, as they can irritate skin. When in doubt, product labels and online descriptions generally specify the recommended skin types.

What's the best moisturizer for aging or mature skin?

Aging or mature skin has unique needs that require special formulations. We have several moisturizers formulated with anti-aging properties. Our ultra-rich Advanced Protection Cream, formulated with bio-retinol, Undaria seaweed and biomimetic lipids, nourishes and firms the look of skin, reduces the appearance of wrinkles and promotes a radiant, youthful glow.

For an overnight moisturizer, try our Dream Night Cream. Formulated with bio-retinol and key hydrators that smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, this clean moisturizer leaves the skin looking plumper and softer by morning.

If you're dealing with fine lines and wrinkles around your eyes, you may benefit from an eye-specific cream. The Advanced Repair Eye Cream provides targeted rejuvenation to reduce the look of eye bags and wrinkles, with 88% of users reporting that the skin around their eyes felt smoother after just one use.*

*Based on a third-party consumer perception study conducted over two weeks on 32 women ages 36 to 65.

What makes a moisturizer healthy and beneficial for your skin?

Moisturizers provide long-lasting hydration and seal in moisture, softening and smoothing skin without irritation, clogging pores or breakouts. They contain nourishing ingredients like shea butter and niacinamide (vitamin B3) and soothing, natural ingredients like our seaweed blends.

Choose the best moisturizer for your skincare routine based on your skin type and concerns, whether it be reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles or creating a barrier against environmental pollutants. Overall, a good moisturizer helps reduce dryness and allows your skin to retain moisture.

Are face oils good for your skin, and how do they help?

Yes, face oils are beneficial for your skin, but they may not be suitable for everyone. They complement the natural oils in your skin, aiding hydration, visibly improving elasticity and firmness, balancing oil production and promoting a luminous glow.

Various face oil formulas serve different purposes. For example, our Dayglow Face Oil® is effective in soothing dry and sensitive skin, while our clarifying Essential Corrective Complex is best for oily, blemish-prone and combination skin. Our Essential Hydrating Oil acts like an anti-aging serum, creating a soft, glowing complexion and improved firmness for normal, dry and aging skin.

Which face oils do dermatologists recommend most often?

Dermatologists most often recommend face oils with ingredients that support the natural skin barrier, which helps strengthen skin and reduce dryness without introducing irritants. Our clean face oils feature botanicals that provide natural hydration and penetrate the skin effectively, allowing you to reap the benefits of active ingredients.

Experts also suggest sticking to fragrance-free oils and especially avoiding synthetic fragrances, which can be irritating to sensitive skin. Most of all, dermatologists recommend choosing a face oil specifically suited to your skin type.

What makes OSEA moisturizers and face oils clean, vegan and cruelty-free?

We only produce cruelty-free, vegan moisturizers and face oils sourced from nature. Our goal is to promote safe, clean beauty. We dedicate ourselves to sharing the nourishing elements of the sea, with products focused on sustainability.

Our clinically proven clean moisturizers and face oils are formulated from a unique blend of pure, potent seaweed and active botanicals inspired by nature's elements. Since 2000, we've been vegan-certified by PETA and cruelty-free certified by Leaping Bunny International. Our cruelty-free, vegan face oils and moisturizers make the perfect addition to your clean skincare routine.