What is a vegetable oil?

Formulation with plant oils is at the heart of NUXE's expertise. These treasures of nature have the power to work wonders on your skin. We take you on a journey to discover their many benefits!

Vegetable oils are derived from plants: fruits, nuts, kernels or seeds. Rich in fatty acids, they have a high affinity with the skin, allowing them to penetrate easily. Thanks to their unique composition, they help rebuild the skin's protective barrier and maintain moisture at the heart of the cells. They are also highly effective on the hair, helping to strengthen the fiber.

Vegetable oils have been used for centuries and, depending on their composition, offer a wide range of benefits: nourishing, repairing, soothing and anti-aging.

Depending on your skin type and needs, you're bound to find one or more vegetable oils with the right properties for you. For example, dry skin can turn to oils with soothing and nourishing properties, such as Macadamia oil or Sweet Almond oil, while skin lacking radiance can turn to oils rich in antioxidants, such as Avocado oil and Sesame oil. Contrary to popular belief, even combination to oily skin can benefit from oils like Jojoba, which help regulate sebum production.

Vegetable oils can be used on their own, by applying a few drops directly to your skin like a serum, before your skincare routine. Unlike essential oils, they are not contraindicated for pregnant women or for use in the sun.

For even greater effectiveness, we advise you to opt for skin care products rich in plant oils, which have the advantage of combining the virtues of several oils in a single formula. For example, we recommend Huile Prodigieuse® is a cocktail of 7 100% plant oils: Tsubaki (moisturizing), Argan (repairing), Macadamia (nourishing), Borage (smoothing), Camellia (moisturizing), Hazelnut (protective) and Sweet Almond (softening). Each infuses the skin with different, complementary benefits. Another advantage of this formula is its "dry" feel, with no greasy effect on the skin. Discover the floral-scented version and the version enriched with golden pearls to illuminate your face. 

We've always used 100% vegetable oils, which have even become one of the "trademarks" of our laboratory, so convinced are we of their benefits for the skin.

Why did we choose to use vegetable oils rather than mineral oils? Because, although minerals are originally part of the natural world, mineral oils are synthetic ingredients derived from complex chemical or physical transformation processes that modify their structure. They are inert, forming a film on the skin's surface. As they do not penetrate to the heart of the skin, they do not offer a real "skin care" action like vegetable oils. They are also less respectful of the environment, as they are obtained from non-renewable natural resources.

For all these reasons, we prefer vegetable oils. What about you? Ready to incorporate them into your beauty routine?