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Augustinus Bader's nutrient face oil — fourteen-plus cold-pressed seed oils (grape, babassu, jojoba, argan, hazelnut, cranberry, rosehip) layered with the brand's signature TFC8 peptide complex. The texture is genuinely lightweight despite the oil-richness, absorbs without leaving a slick, and works as a single-step replacement for serum + moisturizer in dry-skin routines. Layer over The Serum or use solo for the high-leverage minimal-step PM application.
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The Face Oil by Augustinus Bader is formulated for dry, mature, normal skin. Augustinus Bader's nutrient face oil — fourteen-plus cold-pressed seed oils (grape, babassu, jojoba, argan, hazelnut, cranberry, rosehip) layered with the brand's signature TFC8 peptide complex. The texture is genuinely lightweight despite the oil-richness, absorbs without leaving a slick, and works as a single-step replacement for serum + moisturizer in dry-skin routines. Layer over The Serum or use solo for the high-leverage minimal-step PM application.
The key active ingredients in The Face Oil are Argan Oil, Jojoba Oil, Rosehip Seed Oil, Squalane. It's known for: fourteen-plus cold-pressed seed oils for omega-rich antioxidant base and TFC8 peptide complex for the regenerative claim.
Yes, The Face Oil targets dryness, fine lines, dullness. fourteen-plus cold-pressed seed oils for omega-rich antioxidant base
The Face Oil retails for around $220, which places it in the premium range for oils. Check the "Where to Buy" section above for current retailer prices.
The main drawbacks to be aware of: luxury pricing ($220 for 30ml); contains parfum; not for oily or acne-prone skin.
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