The hottest thing in skin and haircare is the arrival of some new and exotic oils from the far reaches of Planet Earth. Oil, as you know, has always been an essential ingredient in beauty and a treasured substance, often being more valuable than gold itself.

Today, we’re seeing oils that are light and viscous (slippery) while still being clean and fresh…perfect for skin and hair. A quality oil will add shine and body to hair, moisture and elasticity to skin, and leave you smelling wonderful at the same time! Here are a few of the newest oils to find their way to our homeland:

Macadamia Oil

One of the most exciting oils is Macadamia Oil…made from the Macadamia nut. It’s light and really nourishes your hair, leaving it silky, not oily. It also helps reduce drying time and protects hair against UV rays. This oil comes from the South Pacific and is mixed with Argan oil in products by Macadamia Hair. Worth checking out!

Argan Oil

This oil is an ancient secret from the Argania Spinosa tree found only in Morocco. It’s a fairly light oil that is full of antioxidants and helps protect hair from UV rays and free radical damage. It contains vitamins and minerals that nourish and strengthen hair. It’s available in products from Moroccan Oil and Earthly Body.

Acai Oil

You may recognize the name Acai from the Acai Berry diet programs. Well, it’s not just the fruit from this Brazilian palm that’s useful, but also the seeds, the stems and every part of the plant. Acai oil is rich in minerals and softens thick hair, strengthens brittle hair and adds shine and silkiness to all hair types. It’s available in products by defabulous.