Combat that Winter Skin in 6
Simple Steps
I know what you're
thinking....why in the crap would I ever wash my face with oil (lol). I know it
sounds crazy but oil cleansing is an effective and "natural" remedy
to create the clear skin you crave. I discovered the Oil Cleansing Method a
few weeks ago and have fallen in love with it. I have always suffered from dry
skin and with the winter fast approaching, I wanted to find a new regimen that
was all natural, simple, inexpensive and effective.
Now to
adopt the Oil Cleansing Method in your routine, you first have to
understand the basic premise of how it works. First you have to understand that
oil actually dissolves oil. Your skin is made to replenish itself. So if you
have oily skin and acne prone, applying this method will actually help your
skin clear up versus making it worse. The truth is, oil alone doesn't give you
all those nasty skin conditions like pimples, blackheads, blemishes, etc. Your
skin is your largest organ and many factors play a role in how it reacts like
stress, hormones, build up, bacteria, you name it. So let's break it down.
The Ingredients
- Castor
Oil - this
is the most important ingredient of the process. Castor
Oil will serve as the primary in this process. Not only does it contain antibacterial
properties to help with acne but it also contains super cleaning and
healing elements which are essential in
achieving the most successful results. Just remember a little goes a long way.
- Carrier
Oils - this
is needed since Castor is so thick. Using a thinner consistency oil to blend
with is crucial. Depending on your skin type choose the best carrier oil as
follows:
ü
Oily Skin - Sunflower, Safflower or
Hemp (use 30% Castor to 70% (your choice)
ü
Normal Skin - Grapeseed, Olive, Sesame
Jojoba or Apricot Kernel (use 20% Castor to 80% (your choice)
ü
Dry Skin - Almond
or Avocado (use 90% Castor to 90% (your choice)
- Toner - An all natural toner is
also an important ingredient in this process. A toner is typically used, after
cleansing, to help restore your skin’s pH and also remove any remaining dirt,
oil and residue. It will aid in helping to clear up blemishes and dark spots
while aiding in giving you a clearer complexion. My personal favorite is Thayer
Cucumber Witch Hazel w/ AloeVera
- Clean
Towels - Its
essential to use a clean fresh cotton towel daily when using this method
You
may need to play around with the ratios depending on your skin type. I have
extremely dry skin so it took a minute to get the ratios right. You can also
add your favorite essential oils like tea tree, lavender or vanilla. I try to
just stick to the two but to each his own.
The Method
1. Prepare - Pour just a small
amount (nickel size) in the palm of
your hand
2. Apply - Gently apply the oil to your face
and neck. Be sure to massage well into the skin, concentrating on problem areas.
3. Steam
- Take a
clean towel and saturate it with hot water. Wring it out and gently lay across
your face . Let the steam absorb for about a 1 minute.
4. Clean
Your Face. Once it
cools down, rinse it again, then gently wipe your face clean, removing all the
dirt and impurities from your skin and pores. Pat dry.
5. Tone- Take a small cotton pad with
2-3 drops of Cucumber & Aloe Vera Witch Hazel and gently cleanse
your entire face in a circular motion, concentrating on your pores.
6. Moisturize. Once your face has air dried,
take 2-3 drops of coconut or almond oil and moisturize into the skin just like
in step 2.
7. Voila ....That's It.....Repeat Daily for maximum
results..
Helpful
Hints
ü This process
works best if done at night. You can choose to do it daily or just a few times
a week. It's totally your preference.
The main thing is getting started. The one thing I would probably steer clear
of is switching up the process too much. Give your skin time to adapt to the new routine otherwise you won't be able to measure the true effectiveness of the process.
ü Don’t freak
out if your skin doesn't react the way you want it to the first few days. It's
totally normal. Let the oils do their
job. They are cleansing your pores by bringing all the residue and dirt up and
out to the surface. The oil production will balance out and you will soon
see the results that you have been waiting for.
ü Remember
that Oil Cleansing is not a miracle cure. Proper diet, exercise and
plenty of water is essential in combating
your skin issues for the long haul.
Relax,
Breathe & Trust the Process
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