Citrus

cleansing oil

melt away impurities, makeup, and daily buildup while nourishing the skin with antioxidant-rich vitamins and plant oils

How to use: begin with clean dry hands.  Apply directly to dry skin with fingertips in a gentle upward circular motion evenly across the surface of your face until begins to resist.  Wet hands and apply water until the serum goes from clear to milky white.  Gently massage the oil into your skin with your fingertips. Use a warm wet washcloth to remove the oil.

Formulated to give a deep clean using a dynamic combination of natural plant oils, vitamins and emulsifiers that work together to deeply, yet gently remove dirt, oil and impurities as well as clarify and detoxify your skin without leaving behind a greasy residue.

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Vitamin E: A protective antioxidant that helps defend against environmental stressors while conditioning the skin.

Sunflower Oil: Lightweight yet nourishing, it dissolves dirt and excess oil while keeping the skin soft and balanced.

Vitamin C: Brightens and revitalizes the complexion, helping to restore natural radiance.

Vitamin C – Power to Protect

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.

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Begin your skincare ritual with the refreshing power of citrus. The eKo Citrus Cleansing Oil is designed to melt away impurities, makeup, and daily buildup while nourishing the skin with antioxidant-rich vitamins and plant oils. Unlike traditional cleansers that strip or dry, this silky oil transforms into a lightweight emulsion, leaving skin clarified, detoxified, and never greasy.

Cleansing with oil

although it sounds counter-intuitive, cleansing your face with the proper combination of plant based oils (never mineral oil) can have surprising and 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 produce 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.

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 and moisturizing your face in a single step.

After cleansing your face is replenished with clean, nourishing oils that help balance the skin’s natural oils creating a refreshed complexion and a brighter more youthful glow.

Good for acne

Are oil cleansers good for acne prone skin?

Yes, oil cleansers can be good for acne-prone skin. They can help unclog pores, remove excess oil, and balance the skin’s moisture barrier. 

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 makeup: Oil cleansers can remove makeup and excess oil without drying or irritating the skin 

Considerations

Purging: When first using an oil cleanser, there may be some purging 

Dryness: Oil-based cleansers can sometimes dry out the skin 

Skin irritation: Oil cleansers can cause irritation, including itching, swelling, and inflammation 

Tips for using oil cleansers 

  • Do a patch test before using an oil cleanser
  • Apply a small amount of oil to a less visible part of your face and leave it on for 24 hours
  • Use your fingertips to gently massage the oil into your skin
  • Use a warm washcloth to remove the oil

Oils that work well for acne-prone skin: Jojoba oil, Olive oil, Avocado oil, and Seed oils. 

While it may seem counterintuitive, oil cleansing can help balance the skin’s natural oil production. It can also thoroughly clean the pores to avoid clogged pores and acne breakouts.” Dr. Chang recommends paying attention to your skin type for best results.

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. 

Symptoms: 

  • Blackheads (open comedones)
  • Whiteheads (closed comedones)
  • Papules (small, red bumps)
  • Pustules (pus-filled bumps)
  • Nodules (hard, painful lumps)
  • Cysts (deep, pus-filled lesions) 

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: Washing the face regularly, avoiding touching the face, using non-comedogenic products, managing stress 

Prevention: 

Keep the skin clean and moisturized, Avoid touching the face, Use non-comedogenic cosmetics and skincare products, Protect the skin from the sun, and See a dermatologist 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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