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Emollient

Grapeseed Oil

Often labeled as: Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil

The ultra-lightweight, acne-friendly antioxidant oil.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 1 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

Extracted from the seeds of grapes. It is uniquely high in linoleic acid, a fatty acid that acne-prone skin is naturally deficient in.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Regulates sebum, provides antioxidant protection, and moisturizes without heaviness.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

An excellent entry-level facial oil for oily skin.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

Oils make oily skin worse.

The Science

Linoleic-rich oils actually help thin out your natural, sticky sebum so it doesn't clog pores.