Oily skin is commonly associated with acne. Because of this, people tend to favor products that are oil-free and use astringents and other harmful chemicals that rid their skin of oil. Lately though, a few people started to utilize the Oil Cleansing Method, which believes that ‘oil dissolves oil’. The Oil Cleansing Method claims that the best way to dissolve oil is by applying the right oils, particularly Castor Oil with another carrier oil like Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Sunflower Seed Oil or Jojoba Oil. By doing this, dirt, bacteria and other junk trapped in your pores will be removed, your skin will be moisturized properly so that it does not produce more oil and your skin will be healed.
How do you perform the Oil Cleansing Method? Once you decide on the carrier oil of your choice, simply combine this with Castor oil and massage it gently on your entire face. The solution will depend on how oily your skin is. For instance, if you have very oily skin, 30% Castor Oil with 70% of the carrier oil of your choice is ideal. If you have combination skin, 20% Castor Oil with 80% carrier oil and for dry skin, 10% Castor Oil and 90% carrier oil is suggested. After massaging the oil to your skin and allowing it be absorbed, soak a soft wash cloth in warm water and drape it over your face, just like a steam. This will open up your pores and remove the oil. Let it stay on top of your face until the washcloth cools. Wipe off the oil gently and repeat the process two to three times to get rid of the excess oil. Your skin should now feel softer, cleaner and moisturized. If it feels tight, apply a drop or two of your solution and reapply it to your skin, massaging it thoroughly so that it is absorbed. Simple?
The Oil Cleansing Method is a simple, natural and inexpensive way of taking care of your skin so that it’s properly moisturized without too much oil, which attracts dirt and causes so many problems including clogging of pores and acne. Using expensive skin care products may do your skin more harm than good. Try out the Oil Cleansing Method and it might just be exactly what your skin needs.