Step-By-Step Oil Cleansing Tutorial
If you want to learn the proper method for oil cleansing so you end up with smooth and radiant skin, follow this step-by-step tutorial.
Ingredients
- Beautycounter Cleansing Balm
- OR A mixture of high-quality oils* (Start with 50/50 of castor oil to another type of oil like, coconut, almond, sunflower, jojoba, avocado, or oilve oil)
- Clean muslin or cotton washcloth
Instructions
- Start out with a dry face. You don't need to remove makeup beforehand as oil cleansing will do that in the process. If you have sensitive skin, test out on a small area first.
- Take 1/2-1 tsp of your oil of choice (or an almond-sized amount for the Cleansing Balm) and massage on to your face for at least 1 minute. Concentrate on your problem areas.
- Soak the washcloth under running water that is warm to hot (not too hot - you'll be using it on your face), then wring it out.
- Place the washcloth on your face to let it steam and open up your pores, so it can draw out impurities.
- Gently wipe away the oils, makeup, and dirt.
- Rinse your washcloth and hang it to dry for the next time.
- There's no need to moisturize after oil cleansing, but you may choose to do so if you feel like your skin needs it. I have dry skin so I always finish with the Countertime Tetrapeptide Supreme Cream, which is so hydrating and nourishing with potent anti-aging ingredients.
Notes
*If this ratio is too drying, lower the ratio of castor oil. If it's too moisturizing, increase the ratio of castor oil. I recommend using olive or avocado oil as the 2nd oil when first starting out.