Oils for Face Cleansing

Olive Oil for your face

Oil for your face! That doesn't sound right at all, but yes, yes, yes, it really works. 
Yes, it may sound very contrary to clean your face with the very thing that you want to remove from your face but read on and be amazed.

This Oil Cleansing Method is gentle enough for the whole family but take extra care of you have acne or other sensitive type skin. Do your research because I am sure there is a blend that works for all skin types.

Here is a quote from The Simple Mom which was taken from acne.org

http://simplemom.net/oil-cleansing-method/

Oil dissolves oil. One of the most basic principals of chemistry is that “like dissolves like.” The best way to desolve a non-polar solvent like sebum/oil, is by using another non-polar solvent similar in composition: other oils. By using the right oils, you can cleanse your pores of dirt and bacteria naturally, gently and effectively, while replacing the dirty oil with beneficial ones extracted from natural botanicals, vegetables and fruit that heal, protect and nourish your skin. When done properly and consistently, the OCM can clear the skin from issues like oily skin, dry skin, sensitive skin, blackheads, whiteheads and other problems caused by mild to moderate acne–while leaving your skin healthy, balanced and properly moisturized.”

I couldn't explain it better myself, so how is it done?
I use two main oils: Castor oil and Olive Oil, any brand of extra virgin unrefined will do.
Castor oil pulls out all the toxins, oil build up, blackheads and surface dirt from the skin and is actually quite drying. This makes sense as it is a laxative when taken internally so when applied to the skin it does the same drawing and cleansing role. 
Olive Oil is a rich moisturising oil which hydrates and nourishes the skin. Its like liquid love on your skin, soothing, balancing and enriching to bring your skin to an awesome glow. 

What do you need?
Extra Virgin Olive Oil: 1l @£7.00 available in local supermarket
Castor Oil: 150ml bottle @ £2 in local beauty supply stores
Recycled pump bottle or a dark glass bottle
Clean face cloth: I suggest a clean face cloth for every day so buy a bundle!

To start, you may just want to experiment with a teaspoon of each to see how your skin responds and to get the ratios right. Try to be consistent for a 7 day period and note the results.

To Make
Fill three quarters of empty bottle with olive oil and the rest with castor oil. 
Put the lid on and shake to blend the oils
Label the bottle 
To Use
Use about a 50 pence sized piece in your hand and massage onto your dry face
You do not have to remove makeup as this will do it for you
Massage onto your face as this brings the blood flowing to your skin while you are cleansing with the oils.
Soak the face cloth in water that is as hot as you can take it. Warm to hot is fine.
Cover your face with the face cloth and allow the heat to saturate your skin for a few minutes. This is quite enjoyable as you can feel your skin responding.
Wipe off with the face cloth. Actually, rub off to help with the exfoliation and cleansing process. Rinse and repeat until you have removed all the oil blend.

No moisturiser is needed but some have been known to spritz with rose water or use a small amount of oil afterwards, especially at night.
Do this twice a day and you will see a difference in 7 days

Other blends include Coconut oil, Jojoba oil, Avocado oil and Grapeseed oil. So ditch the expensive brands which I have relied on myself til now, save money and glow naturally. 
Have you tried this method? Which oils do you use and with what results?
Leave your comments below.

I have no preference for any brand, I am not paid to advertise any of them and use whichever is the best price at the time. Just so you know! 
Be Awesome Naturally!