Oil Cleansing Method - Page 3

curls2grow · June 11th, 2006, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by SpiralingWaves

Curls2grow, do you mean using just the DHC Deep Cleansing Oil, skip the soap? I've done that a few times, however not consistantly, just when I was too lazy to follow up the soap. It seemed to work well. Their Cleansing Oil is great. It just washes right off.

Yup, that's what I meant -- just the oil not followed by soap. I don't want to add any more steps at night than I have to -- I'm too lazy when I'm not tired!

I got a sample of the Cleansing Oil and I will give it a try soon. I'm thinking if I do buy it I will go for the smaller size to make sure. Thanks for the reply, SpiralingWaves.

Ally · June 11th, 2006, 10:58 AM

Has anyone else tried OCM-ing after using a clay mask? I actually find that I get waaay more dirt out that way.

**kimberlily** · June 12th, 2006, 02:43 PM

Hmm, I'll have to try that, Ally!

unaspenser · June 12th, 2006, 08:31 PM

I liked the OCM with EVOO, though it was almost too drying for my skin. What can I use to get just a wee bit more moisture?

Ally, I was thinking about doing OCM then clay mask! I wonder which order works better. I'd think in concert they'd be wonderful (and thinking about it, OCM after clay does make more sense...)

Ally · June 13th, 2006, 03:27 PM

I've always done it after, since the mask is supposed to clean, but it's also really drying, and OCM-ing tends to moisturize.

Rosepetal · June 14th, 2006, 10:56 AM

I like to use the La Vitton cleansing oils, when I don't make my own. They are quick, water-soluable, and easy to use.

When I make my own, I use EVOO/Castor Oil in 75%/25%.

curls2grow · June 14th, 2006, 02:27 PM

RosePetal -- thanks for mentioning La Vitton and linking to the website. I am now going to consider the La Vitton vs. DHC cleansing oils when I take the plunge.

SunCat · June 14th, 2006, 03:33 PM

I use a mixture of jojoba oil and grapeseed oil 75% jojoba and 25% grapeseed. I like the cleansing properties of jojoba and the moisturizing properties of grapessed oil. I do a modified version of OCM I wash my face first with Chagrin Valley Soap and rinse well with warm water. While my face is still damp apply my oil, work that in well, then wipe of with a warm damp facial cloth.

I use the soap to remove my mineral makeup and mascara as I don't like applying oil to my eyelids. Anything you apply to your eyes, especially the lids is absorbed by them and can get into your eyes. I do use the oil around and under my eyes.

KeenKitty · August 7th, 2006, 07:53 AM

I have been trying Castor oil and Jojoba oil 50/50 AND I have to say I really love it so far. I found hardened sebum coming out of my nose and my cheeks! Which i think is good!

My face looks clearer is softer and is less red, it doesn't itch and it is really relaxing to do while I am sitting on my couch with my kitties.

~Keen

Elerxia · August 21st, 2006, 09:04 PM

I love to hear about all the different OCM's everyone uses, and as someone who hasn't been using it all that long, I'm still experimenting.

How often does everyone do their OCMs? Daily? Twice daily? I was doing mine twice, like my old cleansing routine, but then I though maybe it was too much! Thoughts?