It’s the golden rule of gua sha: Always apply facial oil before using your stone.

As for which oil to pair with your stone?

Fabulous news: We’ve outlined the best of the best below.

Jamie Schneider

Quick list:

This winner leaves your skin invigorated, hydrated, and oh-so dewy.

Oh, and the texture?

Gloriously silky, providing an easy slip without leaving behind a greasy residue.

MARA Algae + Moringa Universal Face Oil

So it’s no surprise it makes up the base of this three-in-one wonder.

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Ready for some chemistry?

Best for acne-prone skin: Wildling Lumin Three-In-One Oil & Lumin Cloud Cloth

), but the added brightness from marula oil doesn’t hurt.

So why not combine the skin care step with your gua sha practice?

There’s also vitamin E and a touch of frankincense oil for scent.

Kinship Kinskin Oat Ceramide Relief Oil

The Beauty Oil,Sahajan ($65)

What to consider in a face oil.

We repeat: Not all face oils are created equal.

Skin throw in.

Drunk Elephant Virgin Marula Luxury Facial Oil

Oat oil, on the other hand, has soothing properties fit for sensitive, easily inflamed skin.

And marula oil is A+ for dry skin types but may lead to clogged pores for some.

Experience & texture.

Versed Sunday Morning Antioxidant Oil-Serum

For example: Does the formula feature fragrant essential oils?

How’s the texturedoes it settle in quite quickly or is it dense and rich?

While you could find fairly lightweight options (like a bunch we recommended above!

nyakio Marula & Neroli Brightening Oil

At mbg, high standards are earnedand there are no shortcuts.

Our beauty editors stay up to date on the latest ingredient research and innovation.

Our high standards also come from testing productsmany, many products.

Pai Rosehip BioRegenerate Universal Face Oil

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The takeaway.

Le Prunier Plum Beauty Oil

African Botanics Neroli Infused Marula Oil

Biossance Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Oil

BYBI Bakuchiol Booster

Kora Organics Noni Glow Face Oil

Sahajan The Beauty Oil

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