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Pistachio Face Oil

Pistachio Face Oil
Irene Forte
Benefits
  • Nourishing
  • Barrier-Strengthening
  • Antioxidant
  • Anti-Wrinkle
  • Firming
  • Lifting
  • Plumping
  • Regenerating
  • Anti-Pigmentation
  • Scar-Repairing
  • Brightening
  • Mattifying
  • Anti-Inflammatory
  • Anti-Bacterial
  • Anti-Acne
  • Anti-Redness

The Irene Forte Pistachio Face Oil is a performance-driven anti-ageing face oil formulated to rejuvenate, hydrate and protect sensitive, mature and dry skin. Built around Phytomelatonin — a patented plant-based active derived from Alpine plants — it boosts cellular renewal and visibly reduces wrinkles and dryness.

Phytomelatonin mimics the skin's natural melatonin to enhance its capacity for repair and regeneration, while Vitamin E provides powerful antioxidant protection, strengthening the barrier and improving moisture retention.

A base of Omega-rich oils — including Pistachio, Sweet Almond, Olive and Grape Seed — deeply nourishes and replenishes the skin's essential lipids, supported by Jojoba Oil for barrier regulation and Calendula Flower for soothing, antioxidant comfort. The result is skin that is visibly smoother, more resilient and thoroughly nourished.

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The Irene Forte Pistachio Face Oil is a performance-driven anti-ageing face oil formulated to rejuvenate, hydrate and protect sensitive, mature and dry skin. Built around Phytomelatonin — a patented plant-based active derived from Alpine plants — it boosts cellular renewal and visibly reduces wrinkles and dryness.

Phytomelatonin mimics the skin's natural melatonin to enhance its capacity for repair and regeneration, while Vitamin E provides powerful antioxidant protection, strengthening the barrier and improving moisture retention.

A base of Omega-rich oils — including Pistachio, Sweet Almond, Olive and Grape Seed — deeply nourishes and replenishes the skin's essential lipids, supported by Jojoba Oil for barrier regulation and Calendula Flower for soothing, antioxidant comfort. The result is skin that is visibly smoother, more resilient and thoroughly nourished.

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  • - + Who it is for
  • - + How to Apply
  • - + Ingredients
  • - + Smell & Texture
  • - + About the Brand
  • - + Who it is for
  • - + How to Apply
  • - + Ingredients
  • - + Smell & Texture
  • - + About the Brand
Who it is for
Green tick
For you if

Dry Skin

Wrinkles

Non-Comodogenic

Oily Tendency Skin

Red Cross
Not For you if
How to Apply
Massage 1-2 pumps onto the face, neck and décolleté with upward circular motions, avoiding the eye area.
Ingredients

Scroll down the page for a full breakdown of the active ingredients.

Cocoglycerides, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil*, Olea Europaea Fruit (Olive) Oil*, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil*, Pistacia Vera Seed Oil, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract*, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract, Achillea Millefolium Flower Extract, Retinyl Palmitate, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Parfum (Fragrance).

*Organic ingredients.

**Allergen-screened fragrance.

This product contains nut-derived ingredients and should be avoided by individuals with nut allergies.


Please note: The ingredients listed in this product are subject to change as the formulation is updated. We aim to update the INCI list as soon as possible, but we encourage you to read the ingredient list on the product itself to ensure it's suitable for your personal use.

Smell & Texture

Smells Like: It has a soft, floral and nutty scent

Texture: Lightweight oil, absorbs quickly

About the Brand
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Irene Forte founded her namesake brand with Dr. Francesca Ferri, a scientist with over 35 years of expertise, to bridge the gap between nature and clinical skincare. First created for Rocco Forte Hotel spas, the line pairs eco-friendly, vegan formulations that distil the sun-soaked richness of Sicilian botanical extracts like Olives, Almonds, and Prickly Pear. Each product reflects Irene’s vision of sustainable luxury rooted in science.

Irene Forte Skincare combines Mediterranean wellness with proven clinical efficacy. Each formula is vegan, eco-friendly, and enriched with natural anti-ageing actives that smooth and firm while deeply nourishing the skin. Clinically tested and spa-approved, the products deliver hydration, calm, and protection with luxurious scents and textures that bring the Rocco Forte spa experience home.

At the core is Myoxinol, a patented hibiscus seed peptide known as a plant-based Botox for its wrinkle-smoothing effect. Clinical trials show visible results in hydration and elasticity within days. Formulas unite Mediterranean botanicals with advanced actives, originally created for luxury Rocco Forte spas, and are rigorously tested for anti-ageing performance and skin tolerance.

The Benefits

  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Skin Barrier Strengthening
  • - + Reduces Trans Epidermal Water Loss
  • - + Antioxidant
  • - + Anti-Wrinkle
  • - + Firming & Lifting
  • - + Plumping
  • - + Regenerating
  • - + Anti-Pigmentation
  • - + Scar-Repairing
  • - + Brightening (Energising)
  • - + Sebum Regulating (Mattifying)
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Anti-Bacterial
  • - + Non-Comedogenic
  • - + Anti-Redness
Nourishing

Nourishing skincare focuses on replenishing the skin with essential lipids, nutrients, and bioactive compounds to restore comfort, resilience, and optimal function. When the skin is depleted—whether through environmental stress, over-exfoliation, or natural ageing—it can become dry, fragile, and less able to protect itself. Nourishing formulations work to rebuild the lipid barrier using ingredients rich in fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants, helping to reinforce the skin’s structure while supporting repair and reducing moisture loss. By restoring what the skin lacks, this approach leaves it softer, stronger, and more supple.

Skin Barrier Strengthening

Strengthening your skin barrier involves replenishing the key elements in the top layer of your skin (stratum corneum), leading to a stronger and healthier barrier. These essential elements include lipids (ceramides, fatty acids, and cholesterol) and Natural Moisturizing Factors (amino acids, hyaluronic acid, etc.). Various factors, such as incorrect skincare use, seasonal changes, and aesthetic treatments, can damage your skin barrier. When this happens, your skin loses excess water through Trans Epidermal Water Loss (T.E.W.L) and becomes less capable of defending against environmental stressors, resulting in dryness, sensitivity, and irritation.

A healthy skin barrier is crucial for overall skin health as it helps prevent hydration loss, protects against environmental damage, and reduces the risk of skin conditions like eczema and acne. By strengthening your skin barrier, you ensure your skin remains well-hydrated, resilient, and protected.

Reduces Trans Epidermal Water Loss

Reducing Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) is key to maintaining your skin’s optimal hydration levels. By strengthening your skin’s natural barrier, these ingredients prevent water from escaping, keeping your skin well-hydrated and plump. The result is a smoother, more supple complexion with improved texture and resilience, giving you a healthier, more radiant look.

Antioxidant

Antioxidant skincare is dedicated to protecting the skin against oxidative stress—one of the primary drivers of premature ageing and cellular damage—while preserving overall skin integrity and vitality. These formulations rely on potent molecules such as vitamin C, vitamin E, and polyphenols, which neutralize free radicals generated by UV exposure and environmental aggressors before they can compromise cellular structures like lipids, proteins, and DNA. Beyond defence, many antioxidants also support repair processes and enhance collagen stability, contributing to improved firmness, brightness and resilience. The result is skin that is not only shielded from ongoing damage but maintained in a healthier, more luminous state over time.

Anti-Wrinkle

Anti-wrinkle skincare is focused on both preventing and visibly reducing the formation of lines by targeting the structural and dynamic causes of wrinkles within the skin. Fine lines and deeper wrinkles develop as collagen and elastin decline, cell turnover slows and repeated facial movements create creases that become etched over time. Advanced formulations address these mechanisms through a combination of elastin-stimulating actives, smoothing peptides that help relax the appearance of expression lines, and deeply hydrating ingredients that plump the skin from within. By reinforcing the skin’s architecture while softening surface contractions and improving elasticity, anti-wrinkle skincare delivers a visibly smoother complexion.

Firming & Lifting

Firming & Lifting skincare is designed to restore strength, structure, and definition to the skin, creating a visibly tighter, more sculpted appearance. As the skin loses collagen and elasticity over time, it can begin to soften and sag, losing its natural contours. Advanced formulations work to rebuild this support from within—boosting firmness while helping to visibly lift and redefine the skin. The result is a smoother, more toned complexion with enhanced bounce and resilience, where facial contours appear sharper and elevated.

Plumping

Plumping involves using active ingredients to boost the production of key structural components like collagen, the dermal-epidermal junction and glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), giving your skin more volume and density. Collagen provides structural support and firmness, while the dermal-epidermal junction, a thin connective layer, ensures smooth, wrinkle-free skin by facilitating cell communication. GAGs, like hyaluronic acid, keep your skin hydrated and plump from within. By stimulating these components, active ingredients help restore your skin's plumpness and radiance.

Regenerating

Regenerating skincare actively stimulates the formation of new, healthier skin, working in alignment with the skin’s innate renewal processes. Central to this are growth factors—effectively encouraging the development of new skin tissue. Peptides complement this by acting as targeted messengers guiding the skin to rebuild with greater strength and structural integrity. Stem cell–derived actives further support this environment by delivering protective and regenerative signals that optimize cellular function and renewal. While these mechanisms are synonymous with advanced anti-ageing—improving firmness, elasticity and overall skin quality—they are equally valuable in addressing scarring, as they promote tissue repair, accelerate regeneration and help restore a smoother, more even skin surface.

Anti-Pigmentation

Dealing with pigmentation means targeting melanin overproduction to reduce dark spots and prevent new ones. Melanin production can be triggered by UV exposure, pollution, hormonal changes (like during pregnancy), and inflammation (from acne or cuts). This excess pigment is then transferred to surrounding cells in epidermis called keratinocytes, which then moves to the skin's surface, causing visible dark spots.

To treat hyperpigmentation, a personalised and consistent approach is needed. Our anti-pigmentation products include lightening agents to block tyrosinase (the enzyme that creates melanin), antioxidants to fight free radicals, and ingredients to speed up skin cell turnover, removing pigmented cells. Using broad-spectrum sun protection is crucial to prevent new pigmentation during treatment.

Scar-Repairing

Anti-Scarring skincare targets the textured scars left by acne breakouts. These scars form due to inflammation disrupting collagen and elastin fibres leading to uneven healing and indented areas. Anti-Scarring actives harness growth factors and exfoliating actives to stimulate cell repair and regeneration, optimising the skin's healing process to reduce scar formation. They also effectively diminish older scars, improving overall skin texture and leaving you with a smoother complexion and significantly reduced scar visibility.

Brightening (Energising)

Brightening skincare involves using active ingredients to boost your blood circulation, detoxification and cellular energy. Improved blood circulation brings more essential nutrients and oxygen to your skin, while detoxification helps eliminate cell waste and impurities that can make your skin look dull. Certain active ingredients also enhance your skin's metabolism and regeneration. These combined actions restore your skin's vitality and radiant appearance, giving you a fresh, energised complexion.

Sebum Regulating (Mattifying)

Sebum regulation involves normalising oil production in your sebaceous glands to reduce shine, oiliness and breakouts, restoring your skin's natural balance. Overactive sebaceous glands can be triggered by internal factors like genetics, hormonal changes and stress, as well as external factors such as using stripping or overly active skincare, climate, pollution and diet. Excessive sebum production can lead to enlarged pores, acne and an oily, shiny appearance. Effective sebum regulation means using skincare products that balance oil levels without over-drying your skin, helping you achieve a clearer, more matte complexion.

Anti-Inflammatory

Anti-Inflammatory skincare soothes, heal, and balance your skin, the targeted actives are designed to reduce inflammation. Inflammation is your body's natural response to injury or irritation, but continuous inflammation can lead to troublesome skin conditions like acne, rosacea, or eczema. Our anti-inflammatory skincare solutions work to soothe and calm your skin, reducing redness, swelling, and discomfort to provide much-needed relief. By strengthening your skin's barrier, these products help protect against further irritation and damage. Additionally, the anti-inflammatory actives support your skin's natural healing processes, leading to a more balanced and resilient complexion.

Anti-Bacterial

Anti-bacterial action targets and inhibits the growth of bacteria on your skin's surface. Anti-bacterial ingredients work by disrupting essential bacterial processes like cell wall synthesis or protein production, reducing the risk of skin infections and inflammation. They are especially effective for treating acne by controlling the acne-causing bacteria known as Cutibacterium acnes (C. acnes). This anti-bacterial action helps diminish imperfections, prevent new breakouts, and reduce irritation, giving you clearer, healthier skin.

Non-Comedogenic

Non-comedogenic skincare is specifically formulated to avoid clogging pores, making it ideal for skin prone to congestion, breakouts, or excess oil. These formulations are carefully designed using ingredients that do not block the pore or contribute to the build-up of sebum and debris within it, allowing the skin to function normally without obstruction. By maintaining clear pores and supporting a balanced skin environment, non-comedogenic products help reduce the likelihood of blackheads, whiteheads, and blemishes.

Anti-Redness

Anti-Redness skincare is all about reducing and preventing facial or body redness, which can result from irritation, skin conditions, compromised barriers, and hormonal changes. A targeted approach with multiple strategies works best for tackling redness. Anti-Redness formulations include active ingredients that soothe and strengthen your skin barrier. Their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties calm inflammation and protect against environmental irritants. Additionally, these ingredients have vasoconstrictive properties, meaning they reduce blood vessel dilation to lessen redness. Together, these actions help achieve a more even-toned, balanced complexion that's less prone to redness flare-ups.

  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Skin Barrier Strengthening
  • - + Reduces Trans Epidermal Water Loss
  • - + Antioxidant
  • - + Anti-Wrinkle
  • - + Firming & Lifting
  • - + Plumping
  • - + Regenerating
  • - + Anti-Pigmentation
  • - + Scar-Repairing
  • - + Brightening (Energising)
  • - + Sebum Regulating (Mattifying)
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Anti-Bacterial
  • - + Non-Comedogenic
  • - + Anti-Redness

Active Ingredients

  • - + Vitamin E
  • - + Phytomelatonin
  • - + Omega Rich Oils (3, 6, & 9)
  • - + Jojoba Oil
  • - + Calendula Flower
Vitamin E

Vitamin E is a powerful oil-soluble antioxidant renowned for its excellent skin-protecting and replenishing properties. It helps prevent premature ageing by safeguarding skin cell membranes from damaging free radicals. Its nourishing qualities strengthen the skin barrier, enhancing resilience against environmental aggressors and improving water retention by reducing trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL). Additionally, Vitamin E has soothing effect thanks to it anti-inflammatory properties.

Phytomelatonin

Phytomelatonin is a plant-based form of melatonin, known for its powerful antioxidant and anti-ageing properties. This unique extract, derived from Alpine plants using Dr. Ferriís patented method, has been clinically proven for its efficacy. It boosts skin cell vitality, accelerating cell renewal and reducing visible signs of ageing such as wrinkles and dryness. Unlike other ingredients, phytomelatonin mimics the natural melatonin in the skin, enhancing its ability to repair and regenerate, resulting in a smoother, healthier complexion.

Omega Rich Oils (3, 6, & 9)

Omega Rich Oils combine a variety of oils rich in Omega Fatty Acids (3, 6 & 9), essential for skin health, as our skin can only produce minimal amounts. These fatty acids penetrate between skin cells, enhancing the skin's barrier function, boosting water retention, and nourishing the skin. They also contain natural antioxidants that protect against UV-induced damage and slow down cellular ageing.

Jojoba Oil

Jojoba Oil has a similar oil composition to human sebum (oil) This similarity allows it to replenish the hydro-lipidic film and regulate sebum overproduction, without clogging pores or creating a greasy feel. When applied to the skin, Jojoba Oil can trick the skin into thinking it has produced enough oil, thereby reducing excessive oil production. Additionally, it has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, making it ideal for congested, oily, and blemish-prone skin.

Calendula Flower

Calendula Flower is known for its soothing, comforting and calming properties, making it ideal for delicate skins. Naturally rich in protective antioxidants, it shields the skin against free radical damage and supports cell renewal.

  • - + Vitamin E
  • - + Phytomelatonin
  • - + Omega Rich Oils (3, 6, & 9)
  • - + Jojoba Oil
  • - + Calendula Flower
Targeting Dry & Keratinised Skin

Dry and keratinised skin is a common condition where the skin becomes rough, flaky, and thickened due to an excessive build-up of dead skin cells. This can lead to discomfort, itching, and a dull, uneven appearance, making a tailored skincare routine essential to bring relief and restore your skin’s natural glow.

Dry and keratinised skin is often caused by a lack of moisture, environmental stress, ageing, and skin conditions like eczema. These factors can weaken the skin’s natural barrier, leading to increased roughness and a loss of that soft, supple feeling we all strive for. When the skin’s moisture levels are low, dead skin cells build up on the surface, creating a thick, rough texture.

Cold weather, low humidity, and harsh skincare products can exacerbate dryness, while ageing naturally slows down the process of shedding old skin cells. Conditions such as eczema further disrupt the skin barrier, intensifying the feeling of dryness and discomfort.

The key to managing this condition lies in replenishing lost moisture and gently exfoliating to remove dead cells. Hydration helps to soothe and plump the skin, while exfoliation reveals a smoother, healthier surface.

Combined, these steps help restore the skin’s natural barrier and improve overall texture. Taking care of dry and keratinised skin means embracing a routine of consistent hydration and gentle exfoliation.

Many people find that with regular care, their skin becomes noticeably more comfortable, less rough, and beautifully brighter. The right products work to soothe, soften, and repair, giving you back that smooth, resilient skin you deserve.

Caring for dry and keratinised skin is about more than just addressing a condition — it’s about nurturing your skin back to its best self. By combining hydration and exfoliation, you can transform your skin, soothing discomfort and boosting your confidence.

With the right care, your skin will feel softer, smoother, and visibly healthier. Embrace a dedicated skincare routine that meets your unique needs and enjoy the comfort and resilience of skin that looks and feels revitalised.

Spotlight

Targeting Dry & Keratinised Skin

Dry and keratinised skin is a common condition where the skin becomes rough, flaky, and thickened due to an excessive build-up of dead skin cells. This can lead to discomfort, itching, and a dull, uneven appearance, making a tailored skincare routine essential to bring relief and restore your skin’s natural glow.

Dry and keratinised skin is often caused by a lack of moisture, environmental stress, ageing, and skin conditions like eczema. These factors can weaken the skin’s natural barrier, leading to increased roughness and a loss of that soft, supple feeling we all strive for. When the skin’s moisture levels are low, dead skin cells build up on the surface, creating a thick, rough texture.

Cold weather, low humidity, and harsh skincare products can exacerbate dryness, while ageing naturally slows down the process of shedding old skin cells. Conditions such as eczema further disrupt the skin barrier, intensifying the feeling of dryness and discomfort.

The key to managing this condition lies in replenishing lost moisture and gently exfoliating to remove dead cells. Hydration helps to soothe and plump the skin, while exfoliation reveals a smoother, healthier surface.

Combined, these steps help restore the skin’s natural barrier and improve overall texture. Taking care of dry and keratinised skin means embracing a routine of consistent hydration and gentle exfoliation.

Many people find that with regular care, their skin becomes noticeably more comfortable, less rough, and beautifully brighter. The right products work to soothe, soften, and repair, giving you back that smooth, resilient skin you deserve.

Caring for dry and keratinised skin is about more than just addressing a condition — it’s about nurturing your skin back to its best self. By combining hydration and exfoliation, you can transform your skin, soothing discomfort and boosting your confidence.

With the right care, your skin will feel softer, smoother, and visibly healthier. Embrace a dedicated skincare routine that meets your unique needs and enjoy the comfort and resilience of skin that looks and feels revitalised.

Why I love it

  • "Irene Forte is like a Mediterranean diet for my skin. Ingredients from their family Sicilian farm ensure unmatched quality and efficacy. " - 21 words

    X Natalie K-F

    Founder, Embassy of Beauty

  • Irene Forte Pistachio Face Oil 30ml
    Irene Forte

    Pistachio Face Oil

    £130

    The Irene Forte Pistachio Face Oil is a performance-driven anti-ageing face oil formulated to rejuvenate, hydrate and protect sensitive, mature and dry skin. Built around Phytomelatonin — a patented plant-based active derived from Alpine plants — it boosts cellular renewal and visibly reduces wrinkles and dryness.

    Phytomelatonin mimics the skin's natural melatonin to enhance its capacity for repair and regeneration, while Vitamin E provides powerful antioxidant protection, strengthening the barrier and improving moisture retention.

    A base of Omega-rich oils — including Pistachio, Sweet Almond, Olive and Grape Seed — deeply nourishes and replenishes the skin's essential lipids, supported by Jojoba Oil for barrier regulation and Calendula Flower for soothing, antioxidant comfort. The result is skin that is visibly smoother, more resilient and thoroughly nourished.

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