Quick answer

Use a pea-sized amount of olive oil face moisturizer in the morning and again at night. For most skin types, that is about 0.2 to 0.3 ml, or roughly the size of a small blueberry. Start with less than you think you need, then add a second thin layer only if your skin still feels tight after five minutes.

Why the right amount matters more with olive oil formulas

Olive oil skincare products are rich in fatty acids and antioxidants, so they spread further than many water-based lotions. That means a little goes a long way, and over-applying can leave a film that attracts dust and makes makeup slide. Under-applying is just as common: if you use a dot so small it disappears before it covers your cheeks and forehead, you miss the hydrating benefit entirely. The goal is a thin, even layer that sinks in within a minute or two, not a visible sheen.

Adjust the amount for your skin type and climate

Oily or combination skin usually does best with a pea-sized amount or slightly less, applied only where needed. Dry skin can handle a full pea-sized amount, and in winter or dry indoor air you may need a second thin layer on the cheeks. Humid summer weather often calls for half the usual amount because your skin already holds more moisture. If you use active ingredients like retinol or exfoliating acids, apply them first, wait a few minutes, then use your moisturizer as the final step to reduce irritation.

  • Oily skin: pea-sized amount or less, focus on dry patches.
  • Dry skin: full pea-sized amount, add a second layer in cold weather.
  • Humid climate: use half the amount to avoid heaviness.
  • After actives: wait 2-3 minutes, then apply moisturizer last.

A simple daily routine that keeps dosage consistent

Cleanse with a gentle face wash, then pat your skin almost dry. While skin is still slightly damp, dot the moisturizer on your forehead, each cheek, and chin, then smooth it upward and outward. In the morning, follow with sunscreen. At night, this can be your last step. If you wear makeup, give the moisturizer two minutes to absorb before applying primer or foundation. Keep the same amount for at least a week before deciding whether to adjust, since skin needs time to show whether it is comfortably hydrated or overloaded.

Your daily olive oil moisturizer steps

  1. Cleanse and leave skin damp: Wash with a gentle cleanser, then pat dry so skin is still slightly damp. Applying moisturizer to damp skin helps lock in water and lets you use less product. Mistake to avoid: waiting until skin is completely dry, which pushes you to use more moisturizer than needed.
  2. Dispense a pea-sized amount: Squeeze or scoop a pea-sized amount onto your fingertips. If your product comes in a jar, use a clean spatula to keep it hygienic. Checkpoint: if the amount looks larger than a blueberry, you are likely over-applying.
  3. Dot and press onto five zones: Place small dots on forehead, each cheek, nose, and chin. Smooth upward and outward, then press gently with your palms to help absorption. Mistake to avoid: rubbing vigorously, which can irritate skin and cause pilling under makeup.
  4. Wait two minutes, then assess: Let the moisturizer absorb for two minutes. If skin still feels tight, add a second thin layer only on dry areas. If it looks shiny, you used too much. Checkpoint: comfortable, soft skin with no visible film means the amount is right for you.
  5. Repeat morning and night, adjust seasonally: Use the same amount twice daily. In winter or dry indoor air, add a second layer; in summer humidity, reduce to half a pea-sized amount. Next step: keep this dosage for one week, then tweak up or down based on how your skin feels.

Product facts

  • Extra Virgin Face Moisturizer: Extra Virgin Face Moisturizer is an emulsifier-free, all-natural moisturizer with ultra-hydrating and soothing benefits for all skin types. Because it is emulsifier-free, it spreads as a rich layer, so a pea-sized amount is enough to cover the face without a greasy finish.
  • Original Extra Virgin Olive Oil (500ml): Original Extra Virgin Olive Oil (500ml) is made with 100% Koroneiki olives, harvested early and cold pressed in southern Greece, and is packed with polyphenols. If you prefer a pantry-to-skincare approach, this is the same high-polyphenol oil you can use in cooking, but for facial use it is best patch-tested and diluted or used only as a targeted treatment.