Description on the package: An anti-aging botanical blend of cold-pressed Tsubaki (Camellia) Oil and protein rich Wakame (Japanese Sea Kelp), both of which provide serious protection against free radical damage. Hydrates and replenishes, leaving skin smoother, softer, and more supple. Helps prevent premature signs of aging by defending the skin against free radical damage.
Essential Ingredients:
- Tsubaki (Camellia) Oil – firms, hydrates and protects against free radical damage.
- Wakame (Japanese Sea Kelp) – replenishes essential proteins, and increases collagen production.
- Rice Bran Oil – reduces dark spots and increases micro-circulation for soft, glowing skin.
How to use: Apply two to three drops in the morning prior to makeup or at night. Blend with your moisturizer or foundation for instantly visible radiance. For all skin types.
Where to buy: Sephora (click for link) or Boscia.com (click for link) $46
Review: First of all, I was very hesitant to buy this. Why? It’s oil and for someone with oily skin, that just seemed silly to buy something that may aid that. But I went back to Sephora, told one of their salespeople about my hesitation to buy it and I was assured that it won’t be the case. It just so happened that the guy I spoke with also had oily skin and he’s used the oil before. And I must remind myself to go back and thank him for helping me out because I would’ve probably regretted not trying this out (although it is a splurge for me at $46, it is well worth it though).
You can use the product either in the morning before you put on your makeup or at night. I chose to incorporate this within my skin care regimen at night. So after I would wash (for the face wash, I used Skinfood’s Sweet Chocolate Foam) and tone (for the toner, I used Skinfood’s Fresh Juice Toner), then apply 3 drops of the Tsubaki Beauty Oil and moisturize (for the moisturizer, I used Etude House’s Moistfull Collagen Cream). I also used my Innisfree White Tone Up Eye Serum for my eye area. At first I thought maybe the 3 drops would not be enough, but it is definitely more than enough to spread through your entire face. I dropped the oil on my forehead and both cheeks. Instead of getting an oily feel, the oil felt more powdery and as you massage this on your face, you can definitely feel your skin absorbing it. This is the reason why it doesn’t leave your skin oily–instead of the oil sitting on your face, it is absorbed into your skin. So once you’ve finished massaging it into your skin, you can feel the surface of your skin is soft but not oily. It enhances the feel of the moisturizer, as if it helps the moisturizer absorb into your skin.
I was also told by the folks at Boscia over at my Instagram account (here) that you can use the Tsubaki Beauty Oil on your lips, hair, nails, and mixed with foundation. I personally have tried none, but I’m sure the oil does wonders on those areas as well.
Final verdict? Love it and how well it works with your moisturizer to get rid of dry skin. Though it is a bit pricey, the product will last for a while. After using it everyday for over a week, my bottle still looks like I haven’t used any of the product.
The Skincare-a-Holic 