Vitamin E and Skin Health
Vitamin E strengthens the skin barrier. It absorbs easily into the skin and protects the top and middle layers, repairing damage caused by exposure to the sun or pollution.
cleansing oil
formulated with naturally derived citrus oils, vitamins and emulsifiers that work synergistically to deeply cleanse, clarify and detoxify your skin without leaving behind a greasy residue
The basic cleanse
Beginning with clean dry hands:
1 – Add a few drops of cleansing oil on finger tips (or palms) and apply to face in gentle upward circular motion spreading evenly across the surface of your face until the skin begins to resist. Apply additional drops in the same manner until the surface of the entire face is treated.
2 – Wet hands and apply water to the face in the same manner until the serum goes from clear to milky white.
3 – Use your fingertips to gently massage the oil into your skin
Use a warm washcloth to remove the oil
Although it sounds counter-intuitive, cleansing your face with the proper combination of plant based oils (never mineral oil) can have surprising and long term benefits.
Cleansing with oil instead of soap can help protect the lipid layer of skin and the beneficial bacteria that live there.
First let’s talk sebum. It’s the natural oily substance that lubricates the hair and skin. Generally speaking, oilier skin types produce more and drier skin types produce less. In some more oil is produced in the “T” zone or on other parts of the face.
Sebum is good and necessary but . . .
Everyday the natural sebum (oil) on your face traps dirt, impurities and environmental pollutants.
Water alone does not dissolve this oil and cannot remove the excess. If you wash your face with Water you need soap. And soap, not matter how gentle, is soap.
Chemists call oils lipophilic, meaning that they are naturally attracted to other oils, including the excess sebum found in your skin.
Oil cleansing, which has been around for centuries, is not “washing” but a natural way to cleanse facial skin of excess sebum, bacteria, dead skin cells, dirt, impurities, environmental contaminants, even makeup and other debris while toning.
Vitamin E strengthens the skin barrier. It absorbs easily into the skin and protects the top and middle layers, repairing damage caused by exposure to the sun or pollution.
It may seem counterintuitive to use an oil to cleanse the skin. But, in reality, good oils like the Sunflower oil found in our Citrus Cleansing Oil are great for the skin.
Vitamin C is an essential micronutrient that bodies need to stay healthy. It contains antioxidants that fight cell damage, and it boosts collagen production to improve healing and skin quality.
A patch test can check for potential reactions before you use a new product on any part of your skin and is always recommended.
1 – apply a small amount of oil to a less visible part of your face, behind the ear or the inside of your elbow and leave on for 10 minutes up to 24 hours.
2 – check the treated area for signs of itching, irritation or inflammation.
3 – use as directed if no symptoms develop.
Purging and adjustment period:
When first using an oil cleanser, there may be some purging.
Pay attention to your skin for best results.
Are oil cleansers good for acne prone skin?
Yes, oil cleansers can be good for acne-prone skin.
Our deep cleansing formula can help unclog pores, remove excess oil, and balance the skin’s moisture barrier, leaving your skin toned.
BENEFITS
Unclogs pores:
Oil cleansers can remove dirt, debris, and sebum plugs
Balances skin barrier:
Oil cleansers can help keep the skin’s barrier function balanced, which can help manage breakouts
Removes sunscreen and makeup:
Oil cleansers can remove sunscreen, makeup and excess oil without drying the skin
Blackheads (open comedones)
Whiteheads (closed comedones)
Papules (small, red bumps)
Pustules (pus-filled bumps)
Nodules (hard, painful lumps)
Cysts (deep, pus-filled lesions)
Acne is a common skin condition characterized by the formation of pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, and cysts. It occurs when hair follicles become clogged with dead skin cells and oil (sebum).
Causes:
Increased oil production by sebaceous glands, Accumulation of dead skin cells, Bacterial overgrowth (Propionibacterium acnes), Hormonal imbalances (especially during puberty and menstruation), and Inflammation.
Location:
Acne typically affects the face, chest, back, and shoulders.
Diagnosis:
Acne is usually diagnosed based on its appearance and symptoms. A dermatologist may examine the skin and ask about the patient’s medical history.
Treatment:
Treatment for acne depends on its severity. Options include:
Topical treatments:
Benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, retinoids, antibiotics
Oral medications:
Antibiotics, hormonal agents, isotretinoin (Accutane)
Extractions:
Removal of blackheads and whiteheads by a dermatologist
Lifestyle changes:
Cleanse the face regularly, avoiding touching the face, use non-comedogenic products and manage stress.
Prevention:
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
Keep the skin clean, moisturized and protected from the sun. See a dermatologist or esthetician for regular skin checks.
Note:
Acne is a chronic condition that may require ongoing treatment. It is important to consult a dermatologist for proper diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
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