How To Make Your Own Facial Cleansing Oils

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Improve Your Complexion With The Oil Cleansing Method!

I was hospitalized for a short time last year, and as I was cleaning up to go home, I found a sample of facial cleansing oil in my overnight bag. I get a lot of these types of samples when I'm modeling or styling for different vendors, so I tuck them away for just such an occassion.

I'd heard from different make up artists and estheticians that cleansing oils were excellent for all types of skin, especially oily skin, like mine. I was skeptical to say the least, but I gave it a try, and my husband commented on how good I looked when he came to pick me up.

Since I am always looking for ways to pamper myself on the cheap, I did some research into making cleansing oils at home. The ingredients are inexpensive and easy to find, and the results world class. With no harsh chemicals, all organic ingredients and a wonderful fragrance, it's great for your body, too.

Keep reading for more helpful tips and info. I hope you'll find your own special recipe for beautiful skin! 

Terms and Abbreviations Used In The Oil Cleansing Method (OCM) 

OCM: Oil Cleansing Method

EVOO: Extra Virgin Olive Oil

CO: Castor Oil

SSO: Sunflower Seed Oil

Essential Oils: Oils derived from various plants, which have healing properties. Because it is concentrated, very little is needed.

Caution: Pregnant women and epileptics should avoid using lemon, orange, carrot-seed, peppermint and rosemary essential oils.

Aloe Vera Juice: Juice from the aloe vera cactus has soothing and healing properties. This can be purchased in most health food stores.

Castile Soap: a mild, moisturizing soap made from olive oil.

Vegetable Glycerine: an extremely effective humectant (drawing moisture from the air to moisturize the skin), it also has emollient properties.

Five Steps Easy Face Massage 

I like this video. Use EVOO for your moisturizer, and be careful not to apply too much pressure with your fingertips around the eye area. Enjoy! ~BadMsM

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OCM Ingredients For Your Cleasing Routine 

Find essential oils for your OCM regime. ~BadMsM
Nature's Alchemy Essentials Oil, Peppermint (Mentha Piperita), 2-Ounce Bottle

Nature's Alchemy Essentials Oil, Peppermint (Mentha Piperita), 2-Ounce Bottle

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bergamot essential oil

bergamot essential oil

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grapefruit essential oil

grapefruit essential oil

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Orange, Sweet - .5 oz. - EssOil

Orange, Sweet - .5 oz. - EssOil

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Recipes For Facial Cleansing Oil 

Find The Right One For You!

For oily and acne prone skin

3 tbsp. aloe-vera juice
3 tbsp. liquid castile soap
3 tbsp. sunflower oil
1 tsp. vegetable glycerin
3 drops lemon essential oil
3 drops tea-tree essential oil

For normal and combination skin

3 tbsp. aloe-vera juice
3 tbsp. liquid castile soap
3 tbsp. sunflower oil
1 tsp. vegetable glycerin
3 drops lemon essential oil
3 drops orange essential oil

For dry and mature skin

3 tbsp. aloe-vera juice
3 tbsp. liquid castile soap
3 tbsp. sunflower oil
1 tsp. vegetable glycerin
3 drops carrot-seed essential oil
3 drops geranium essential oil

For sensitive skin

3 tbsp. aloe-vera juice
3 tbsp. liquid castile soap
3 tbsp. sunflower oil
1 tsp. vegetable glycerin
3 drops German-chamomile essential oil
3 drops helichrysum essential oil

For the whole body

3 tbsp. aloe-vera juice
3 tbsp. liquid castile soap
3 tbsp. sunflower oil
1 tsp. vegetable glycerin
3 drops peppermint essential oil
3 drops rosemary essential oil

Mix all of the ingredients in a glass bottle. Shake thoroughly before each use. These cleansing oils will keep for about 1 month and can be custom-tailored for every skin type using various essential oils.

Caution: Pregnant women and epileptics should avoid using lemon, orange, carrot-seed, peppermint and rosemary essential oils.

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How To Use Facial Cleansing Oil 

This is best done in the evening, two to three times a week.

*Massage cleansing oil liberally on your face (avoiding the eyes), neck and chest.
This will remove all the grime, makeup, and dead skin that's built up on your skin. Take your time with this, it can be your time to decompress and let go of that end of day stress. Remember to BREATHE!

*Soak a terry or flannel washcloth in hot water, ring it out and place it over your face to steam the skin and open the pores.
This helps release impurities trapped in your skin and helps you relax even more. Sit down for a few moments and enjoy.

*As the washcloth cools, gently wipe away the dirt and oil. Rinse the washcloth and repeat.
You may need to do this a few times to remove all the oil. Resist the urge to scrub, the cleansing oil and the washcloth will do all the work.

When you've thoroughly rinsed off, splash your face with cool water, to tone the skin and close pores.
Lightly moisturize if your skin feels tight:
take a small amount of EVOO/CO in your palm and massage it completely into your skin, making sure no residue remains. This is especially important for acne prone skin.

NOTE: Don't forget that a healthy diet, exercise, and sleep are essential to every beauty regime! Moisturize from the inside out by drinking plenty of water. See, you're glowing!

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