"For us, it’s about creating skincare that evolves with your skin all year round. A well-formulated botanic oil can be just as essential in summer as it is in winter."

- Estella, LIV Botanics Founder and Formulator

Let’s begin with the science. Research published in the Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology has shown that botanic oils such as those used in The Beauty and The Bakuchiol facial oils can help regulate sebum production, reduce inflammation, and reinforce the skin’s lipid barrier. This is especially important in summer, when skin often experiences increased trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL), sun damage, and oxidative stress. Oils high in antioxidants, such as sea buckthorn, help neutralise free radicals, support collagen synthesis, and keep skin feeling supple and calm, even in heat and humidity.

What makes LIV Botanics facial oils especially summer-friendly is their molecular weight and absorption profile. Unlike heavier creams or synthetic formulations that sit on the skin, our facial oils are made from lightweight, plant-based molecules. These botanics are structurally similar to your skin’s natural sebum. Crafted with cold-pressed, plant-based actives, our oils have a smaller particle size, allowing them to penetrate quickly without clogging pores or leaving behind a greasy residue.

The result is hydration that feels weightless, working below the surface to calm, nourish, and maintain the skin’s microbiome all summer long.

If you find yourself questioning if facial oil is too ‘heavy’ for your skin this summer, know that a few golden drops morning or night will leave your skin radiant, balanced, and protected, no matter the climate. And while the sun shines down, you can be safe in the knowledge that your oil will be doing the same, gently restoring and renewing from within.

To find out more about our facial oil essentials, click here.

Photography : Laura Prim

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