The Ordinary
100% Organic Cold-Pressed Moroccan Argan OilPaula's Choice
Moisture Renewal Oil BoosterA face oil, for hydration and barrier repair.
A face oil, for barrier repair and smoothing.
Brand price
USD 7.02 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site
Brand price
USD 44.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site
At a Glance
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Key Ingredients
Face oil3
An oil formulated to be used on the face.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Benefits
Hydrating3
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Barrier Repair10
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Cholesterol, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil
Smoothing6
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Cholesterol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
May Trigger Acne3
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Oenothera Biennis Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis10
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Ceramide Ns, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris3
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Oenothera Biennis Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
May Worsen Oily Skin9
May increase shine or excess oil.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil
Ingredients Side-by-side
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil (in both products)
Emollient
- Face oil
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Emollient
0-2 / 0
- Face oil
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Skin Conditioning
2 / 0
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Emollient
0 / 0
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil (in both products)
Emollient
- Face oil
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Emollient
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Emollient
3 / 2
- Face oil
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Skin Conditioning
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Skin Conditioning
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Skin Conditioning, Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil isn't fungal acne safe.
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