The Ordinary 100% Organic Cold-Pressed Moroccan Argan Oil vs Herbivore Botanicals LAPIS Blue Tansy + Squalane Balancing Facial Oil

The Ordinary

Herbivore Botanicals

A face oil, for hydration and barrier repair.

A face oil built around Vitamin E, for barrier repair and hydration.

Face oil

1 ingredient

14 ingredients

Brand price

USD 7.02 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 88.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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Face oil2
An oil formulated to be used on the face.
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Squalane
Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopherol

Hydrating1
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Barrier Repair1
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Smoothing1
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Squalane, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Squalane, Tocopherol
Smoothing2
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Squalane
Antioxidant1
Shields skin from free radical damage.
Tocopherol

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

May Trigger Acne2
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopherol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopherol
May Worsen Oily Skin3
May increase shine or excess oil.
Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Squalane

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