Why Cleansing Oil?

Here’s why oil cleansing is the way to go.

Skin Microbiome and Acid Mantle:
Our skin has its own specialized microbiome which forms a barrier containing billions of beneficial microorganisms on the outermost layer of our skin. Underneath it is the “acid mantle”. When the microbiome is in balance and the acid mantle is intact, our skin is able to maintain and accept nourishment and moisture while preventing external threats from pollution, viruses, and bacteria from penetrating it. A healthy barrier also prevents “leaky skin”—a condition in which the “guard” microorganisms have been removed making the skin vulnerable to loss of its own natural moisture and oils. Healthy skin has an intact microbiome and acid mantle.

Cleansing:
Cleansing is a necessary part of a skin care routine and should be gentle and infrequent. Once daily—in the evening—is sufficient. And cleansing should not disrupt the microbiome. Soaps and lotions that strip the skin of its microbiome (the “squeaky clean” feel) are detrimental to your skin’s overall health and lead to dryness and inflammation. When disrupted, our skin kicks into overdrive and starts overproducing oil which leads to a vicious cycle of dry skin and oily skin.

Oil Cleansing Method:
Although counterintuitive, cleansing with oil is actually a tenet of chemistry. “Like removes like”. The OCM is the most gentle way to remove makeup, dirt and bacteria while soothing and moisturizing your skin. The skin is nurtured rather than assaulted. By using the oil to cleanse the skin then replacing it with oils extracted from floral vegetable and fruit botanicals the skin is healed, protected and nourished.
Using the OCM is one of the most beneficial steps you can take in an evolved skin care regimen and is especially effective with sensitive or mature skin types.
When done regularly the OCM will clear your skin of issues like dryness, oily skin, whiteheads, blackheads, mild to moderate acne outbreaks and sensitive skin disorders.
Give your skin time to make the adjustment. In a couple of weeks it should start to display the benefits of working with and not against its native microorganisms and leave your skin healthy, balanced and properly moisturized.