7 Reasons I'm Having A Love Affair With Oil

7 Reasons I'm Having A Love Affair With Oil 01/26/2012

I know that we typically don't discuss skin care on here. Well, that's because I am still trying to figure out what works for me. But one thing that's working for me, believe it or not, is oil and it's several uses.

This is surprising for numerous reasons, the first and most important being that I have an oil slick for a face. So obviously, it wouldn't make sense to put oil anywhere near my face. Or so I thought.

It all started back at the Nordstrom Cosmetic Trend Show. I learned that drying out your skin kicks your skin into overtime trying to hydrate itself with oil. Don't be alarmed, but let's talk science for a minute.

Remember back in school when we learned that the oil dissolves oil? So what better way to get oil off your face than oil? Yeeah, oil has done wonder for my skin. Let me tell you how.

My skin is doing really well since starting Laura Mercier's Purifying Cleansing Oil. By not stripping it of all its natural oils, my medicines and serums can be absorbed properly.
Get this, my skin isn't nearly as oily as it usually is because my face isn't over compensating on the oil front.
I like to sweep Tea Tree Oil diluted with water on at night after I wash my face but before my medicines/serums. It is an antiseptic and rids your skin of bacteria.
Plus, if you have a blemish the Tea Tree Oil dries it out without drying out your skin. Wear this when you're alone though, it's preeeetty smelly.
After the shower, before I dry off, I rub on Mizani Supreme Oil (yes, it's supposed to be for your hair but ehh) to lock in the moisture so my skin won't dry out in the harsh weather.
My hair is even getting in on the oil action with Organix Moroccan Argan Oil Weightless Healing Dry Oil--it makes it super shiny without weighing it down. Bouncy, even.
The dry oil protects my hair from breakage and spilt ends. I sound like a commercial, LOL. But seriously, plus a little bit of oil on my scalp regulates oil production on my face the way the cleansing oil does on my face.

Hi. I'm Channing and I'm surprisingly in love with oil. I'm sure, I'm late to the party on this, what oils are you ladies loving?

Comments

Lynecia link

01/26/2012 11:50am

Agreed. I mix Jojoba with my Cetaphil creme as well as using it as nightime moisture, under my eyes, and under my moisturizer when the weather is below freezing! I also rub it into hair and scalp :) I'm obsessed with oils too!

Channing in The City

01/26/2012 12:38pm

Oh, jojoba! I'll have to look into that. I've heard good things about it. I take it isn't too heavy if you can wear it under your eyes. Sounds good to me!

Eugenia Russell Hargrove

01/26/2012 1:11pm

Lovin' Laura Mercier purifying cleansing oil!! I too learned at the 2011 Fall Nordstrom Fall Cosmetic Trend Show from Laura Mercier Global Make-up Artist, Jarvis Johnson that oil is great for your skin even if you have oily skin.

Channing in The City

01/26/2012 1:22pm

Yes, Jarvis to the rescue!

Jessica link

01/26/2012 5:20pm

Extra virgin olive oil is a part of my everyday life! Its my nightime moisturizer, makeup remover, hair moisturizer and sealer...basically I use it for everything. I even take a spoonful if I have a stomachache! I DEFINITELY reccommend lol

Channing in The City

01/26/2012 5:46pm

Really?! I'll definitely invest in some of this. You think I would have known that, my Grandma used to slick it all over me after a bath--and I hated it. Now look at me, LOL!

And I'm definitely going to try that stomachache trick :)

Bonitapplebum7

01/27/2012 10:15am

Oh yes oil is a MUST for me. I swear by olive! I usually buy a bug container and split it half for the kitchen half for the bathroom. I have heard about cleansing with oil. Makes sense.

Channing in The City

01/27/2012 11:02am

Olive seems to be the oil to have! Now, that you've said it, it is a good a idea to spilt have between the kitchen and bathroom.

Esta

01/27/2012 10:32pm

Channing, olive oil is a must, both for hair and ur skin. Also I would highly recommend organic coconut oil for hair and body. It has done wonders for my natural hair!!!

Channing in The City

01/27/2012 11:17pm

Really? I'm in the process of going natural so I will definitely get some coconut oil! You ladies are so helpful, I'm really excited to try these oils and report back =D

Esta

01/29/2012 2:17pm

Yes really!!! If u have a whole foods store anywhere in sight, go in and buy the big jar of organic coconut oil. I use it on my hair every morning and I have seen huge change + growth :-)

Channing in The City

01/29/2012 4:24pm

Sadly, Esta, my little town isn't cool enough for a Whole Foods. We do have a Wegmans, though, and they have a pretty good selection of organic foods and products, so I am going to check there.

There is going to sound odd but I'm a little... funny about scents. Does it smell weird?

Taliah link

01/28/2012 3:01pm

Great post! I am trying to get back into my skincare regimen including my face and body. I LOVE olive oil but havent used it in years, but i agree with Esta, cococnut oil is good too for hair, body and even cooking! lol

Channing in The City

01/28/2012 7:02pm

Thanks, Taliah! I'm so excited to try out coconut oil after hearing all these rave reviews for it!

Michelle link

01/29/2012 7:11pm

Isn't it amazing how science works! I wash my face with warm water to open the pores and rinse with cold water to close my pores. You never know whats trapped in that clean face towel, bacteria and dirt could creep back into the pores preventing the serums from working effectively.

Channing in The City

01/29/2012 8:23pm

I agree! You never know! Michelle, do you use a Clarisonic? That helps get the bacteria out of your pores, too.

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