Many trends in beauty that seem to spring up from nowhere have deep roots if you do a bit of research. Oil cleansing is a technique that has been used in many cultures for centuries and has been picking up a lot of steam lately with many skin care lines. Read on to learn the basics of oil cleansing and how to find the best one for you.
How it works:
The concept behind oil cleansers is very simple; like attracts like. Oil breaks down oil and helps to deep cleanse the skin without harsh stripping ingredients, added detergents or foam. Massage oil cleanser onto DRY skin, concentrating on trouble spots. Add warm water slowly until cleanser emulsifies, then rinse. For a deep, clinical cleanse follow with a second cleanse using traditional cleanser. Follow with appropriate hydration and serums. Skin is deeply cleansed and hydrated for a clear, fresh, glowing complexion. Sounds amazing right? It can be if you choose the right oil for you.
What to watch out for:
All oils are not created equal for the task of oil cleansing. Avoid coconut, flax seed, wheat germ, linseed and palm as they are high on the comedogenic scale and prone to clogging the skin. Castor oil can be stripping so it should be limited for oily people and dry skin should avoid it completely. Many cleansers sold as natural oil cleanser have silicone or mineral oil based ingredients.
What you want:
Look for oil cleansers containing these skin friendly, non clogging oils: pumpkin seed, borage, argan, almond, lemon, tomato, black cumin.
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