Normal Skin

*The only care this skin requires is cleaning it twice a day with mild soap and water and toned with something mild, like rose water. _____________________________________________________________ *At night, to keep your skin's normal moisture- balance apply a thin film of moisturizer. ______________________________________________________________ *Follow every cleansing with a mild toner to keep pores tight and to remove traces of cleanser left on the skin. Use an astringent with a low alcohol content. ____________________________________________________________ *Avoid direct heat on the face-including that from blow dryers. _____________________________________________________________ *Always use a mild, moisturizer under makeup to help retain surface moisture. _____________________________________________________________ *Guard against the drying, aging effects of the sun by using makeup products that contain a sunscreen. _____________________________________________________________ *Once every other week, stimulate the circulation and smooth the surface of the skin by using a nondrying mask. _____________________________________________________________ Essential Oils For Normal Skin: Chamomile, Geranium, Lavender, Lemon, Patchouli, Rose, Sandalwood. ***See our Facial Line for Products***

Dry Skin

*Moisturize your skin after cleansing to keep it from drying out. Use a liquid moisturizer that contains nutrients and other natural ingredients. Avoid solid, waxy moisturizing creams.  _____________________________________________________________________ *At night, use a very creamy cleanser and remove any residue with a spray of floral water or toner. Follow up with a moisturizer. ________________________________________________  *Once a week take a milk bath. It will nourish and soothe your skin. Warm your bath water and put in 250 gram of powdered milk, half tablespoon of hemp & avocado oil and a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Then just lie in it and let it work wonders on your dry skin. _______________________________________________________________________ *If your lips chap, peel or crack then the best remedy is to massage them with a little cream or milk to which a few drops each of rose water and lime juice has been added before going to bed. ________________________________________________________________________ *Use a humidifier (or even a pan of water placed near a radiator) to humidify your environment, especially in winter. This helps to reduce the amount of moisture lost from the skin through evaporation.  ________________________________________________________________________ *Stay out of overheated rooms; avoid sudden changes in temperature; protect yourself from wind and sun. _________________________________________________________________________ *Once a week, use a facial mask to clarify the skin and remove dull, dry surface skin cells. Blend together well 1 teaspoon white clay powder and 1 teaspoon raw honey. Apply the mixture to your face, avoiding the eye area. Leave it on for fifteen minutes, then rinse well with lukewarm water. While your skin is still slightly damp, apply a natural moisturizer. _____________________________________________________________________________ *If your skin is chapped or cracked, increase your consumption of water and essential fatty acids. Keep any chapped areas well lubricated and protected from the elements. _____________________________________________________________________________ Essential Oils For Dry Skin: Chamomile, Geranium, Hyssop, Lavender, Patchouli, Rose, Sandalwood, Ylang-Ylang. ***See our Facial Line for Products***

Oily Skin

The great advantage of oily skin is that it ages at a slower rate than other skin types. Oily skin needs special cleansing with plenty of hot water and soap to prevent the pores from being clogged. Avoid harsh products that strip your skin of oil and encourage flakiness. They can cause a reaction known as reactive seborrhoea, where the oil glands work overtime to compensate for the loss of natural oils.  ___________________________________________________________ Avoid skincare products that leave your skin feeling taut and dehydrated. They cause the upper layers of the skin to shrink. This restricts oil flow through the pores leading to blockages and breakouts. ____________________________________________________________  Keep your skin very clean. Limit washing your face to two or three times a day. Too much washing will stimulate your skin to produce more oil. ____________________________________________________________  Choose your cleanser with care. Avoid heavy cleansing creams. Avoid the use of harsh soaps or cleansers. Use a pure soap with no artificial additives. Try an antibacterial cleansing lotion or a lightly medicated soap, and use it in combination with a water rich in minerals, not tap water. After cleansing, apply a natural moisturizer to keep the skin supple. ___________________________________________________________ If your skin is extremely oily, three or four daily cleansings may be in order and little or no moisturizing necessary before you are 30 years old. After that point, the skin around your eyes and mouth and on your throat may benefit from a nightly moisturizing, plus a mere touch of moisturizer in the morning. ____________________________________________________________ When cleansing, massage your face well with your fingertips, using an upward and outward motion. Be careful not to rub soap into the skin; it can clog pores. ____________________________________________________________ If your oily skin is scaly, you can often correct the problem by using a deep-cleaning exfoliant on alternate nights, and following the treatment with a light coating of moisturizer. ____________________________________________________________ Try using a clay or mud mask. If you have sensitive skin, use white or rose-colored clays. ____________________________________________________________ Essential Oils For Oily Skin: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Sage. ***See our Facial Line for Products***