Ten Oils, Infinite Benefits: Phyto AOX Facial Oil N°10

There’s skincare... and then there’s skin intelligence. With her latest innovation, Phyto AOX Facial Oil N°10, Ewelina Aiossa, founder of Topical Skin, brings a new dimension to antioxidant protection: one that bridges biotechnology, adaptogenic botanicals, and emotional well-being.

Described as “meditation in a bottle,” Phyto AOX N°10 isn’t your average facial oil. It’s a multi-layered defense system formulated to help skin adapt and thrive amid the stressors of modern life, from pollution and blue light to lack of sleep and emotional fatigue. The secret lies in the brand’s Exposome Defense Technology, a next-generation antioxidant network designed to protect against the full spectrum of environmental and lifestyle aggressors.

“Today’s skin is under constant assault from what scientists call the exposome. Everything from UV radiation and pollution to digital light and stress,” says Aiossa. “I wanted to create a formula that could address this reality comprehensively, not just superficially. Phyto AOX N°10 offers a dynamic, layered protection system that works in synergy with the skin’s own rhythms.”

Exposome Defense: The New Frontier of Antioxidant Care

Traditional antioxidant products tend to rely on single-ingredient heroism (vitamin C, E, or coenzyme Q10) each powerful in isolation but limited in duration. Aiossa’s approach was to design a system that thinks in layers.

“Some antioxidants act instantly but burn out quickly; others have slower, more sustained effects,” she explains. “By combining fast-acting and slow-acting phytonutrients, we created a continuous defense that protects throughout the day.”

This dual-phase approach integrates lutein, quercetin, and green tea polyphenols, supported by adaptogenic and anti-inflammatory extracts of rosemary, turmeric, and chamomile. The result is a formula that doesn’t just neutralize free radicals—it teaches skin to maintain balance under oxidative stress.

“Skin wellness today isn’t just about fighting wrinkles,” Aiossa notes. “It’s about resilience. It’s about helping the skin stay calm, balanced, and luminous even when life isn’t.”

The Role of Adaptogens in Modern Skincare

Long before adaptogens became the darlings of wellness and dermatology, Aiossa was studying how these stress-regulating botanicals could influence skin health. “Adaptogens are nature’s teachers,” she says. “They show us how to restore equilibrium under stress, and the skin benefits from that same wisdom.”

The brand’s inclusion of adaptogens such as holy basil reflects a holistic philosophy that bridges inner and outer wellness. “Modern living creates an overload of both emotional and oxidative stress,” Aiossa continues. “Adaptogens don’t just soothe the surface—they help the skin learn how to handle stress better over time. That’s a profound shift in how we think about skincare.”

Her forward-looking approach aligns with emerging dermatologic research spotlighted in Modern Aesthetics and Skin Inc., both of which identify adaptogens as key to the next generation of cosmeceutical skincare, balancing the skin’s response to environmental, hormonal, and emotional triggers.

Ten Oils, Infinite Benefits

The “N°10” in the product’s name refers to its precise blend of ten precious oils, each selected for its clinical efficacy, compatibility, and holistic skin benefits.

The lineup includes holy basil, frankincense, baobab, bakuchiol, rosehip, tsubaki, evening primrose, sunflower seed, castor, and grapeseed oils. Together, they form a rich, synergistic composition that delivers deep nourishment, antioxidant protection, and visible radiance without heaviness or residue.

“Every oil had to earn its place,” says Aiossa. “We weren’t chasing trends; we were building a formula that feels as intelligent as it is indulgent. The synergy between bakuchiol, frankincense, and rosehip, for example, is incredible. They address texture, elasticity, and inflammation simultaneously.”

Each oil plays a specific role: bakuchiol boosts collagen and refines texture, rosehip delivers vitamins and renewal, while frankincense soothes and strengthens. It’s a formulation that feels both ancient and ultra-modern; a meeting point between tradition and innovation.

From Routine to Ritual

Beyond its technical sophistication, Phyto AOX Facial Oil N°10 is also an experience—one designed to engage the senses as much as the skin. “I’ve always believed that skincare should be grounding,” Aiossa shares. “Scent and texture matter because they connect us to the present moment. The ritual of applying an oil can be as healing as the ingredients themselves.”

Infused with calming notes of frankincense and chamomile, the oil engages the limbic system to support emotional well-being. “It’s aromachology in action,” she explains. “We call it meditation in a bottle because it brings the nervous system (and the skin) back into balance. That moment of pause is powerful.”

How to Use It: Layering, Mixing & the Glow Factor

Despite its luxurious texture, Phyto AOX N°10 was designed for versatility. It can be used solo on damp skin or layered over moisturizer to lock in hydration and boost antioxidant defense.

Aiossa herself loves mixing a few drops into her cream or foundation: “It gives this lit-from-within glow that feels healthy, not greasy,” she says. “It’s also amazing under sunscreen or makeup. It enhances the finish while delivering skin wellness benefits throughout the day.”

The formula’s quick-absorbing, non-comedogenic blend makes it suitable even for oily or acne-prone skin. “We were very intentional about creating balance,” she adds. “Oily skin doesn’t mean overactive skin. It often means under-nourished skin. Phyto AOX helps reset that balance.”

Industry Recognition and Expert Praise

Since its debut, the oil has garnered enthusiastic praise from dermatologists, facialists, and editors alike. Within its first three weeks, it earned Skincare Anarchy's Top Skincare Picks Award 2025 and nominations for Skin Inc.’s Reader’s Choice Awards: a testament to both its innovation and sensory appeal.

“The response from professionals has been incredible,” Aiossa reflects. “They appreciate that it’s not just marketing language. There’s deep science behind the glow. And consumers feel that difference immediately.”

A Philosophy of Skin Resilience

Ultimately, Phyto AOX Facial Oil N°10 is an articulation of Aiossa’s larger philosophy. “Topical Skin was born from the belief that skin wellness is an extension of whole-body wellness,” she says. “Our products are designed not just to correct, but to fortify. To help the skin thrive in the modern world.”

Her approach encapsulates where the beauty industry is headed: toward intelligent, holistic formulations that respect both biology and emotion. “If skincare can protect, restore, and center you all at once,” Aiossa adds, “that’s where real luxury begins.”

Editor’s Note

The Phyto AOX Facial Oil N°10 feels like the grown-up evolution of face oils as the category goes from indulgent extra to everyday essential. It’s that rare formula that checks every box: feels good, performs clinically, and leaves your skin happy and nourished.

Whether you’re pressing it in solo, layering it under SPF, or mixing it into your moisturizer for a glowy finish, it’s proof that the next chapter of skincare is about intentional choices. For consumers and brands alike.

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