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2/4/2022

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I can hardly believe I'm going to say this, but I haven't washed my face with soap in six weeks. 

As the weather really started to cool down + dry out this winter, my face started to have a really hard time staying hydrated. The skin on my face started to feel like sandpaper in patches. I've been using Everyday Oil for a year or two, but my regular application ceased to suffice.

I came across a new product + was quite taken in by its promises to hydrate + soften. Before purchasing this new product, I revisited the Everyday Oil website. I decided to give a few of their tips a try in order to make this beloved product work in these colder, dryer months. And, boy, did this new regimen come through for me!

Here's what I'm currently doing for soft, hydrated skin on my face:
  • everyday oil only (no soap)
  • wet skin before applying 
  • morning + evening

My face just gets wet in the shower (no soap). When I'm ready to moisturize my face each morning, I wet it first + then apply one pump's worth of oil to my face + neck (any leftovers are rubbed into my hands which are still a little bit wet too). I do this again in the evening. Since I don't want excess oil to stain my pillowcase, I wipe the excess off of my face (evening only) + sleep on an extra pillowcase. (Though I haven't noticed any oily marks on that pillowcase.)

I haven't tried doing this on my body, because I'm afraid of the oily consequences on my clothing...but I'm curious about it. I am totally blown away by the transformation of my face. It doesn't feel oily or dirty. I only wear mascara for make-up + I can rub the Everyday Oil right into my eye lashes in order to remove it in the evening. There is no burning or irritation. It's really just amazing to experience a whole new way of doing things. These organic plant oils are just what my skin needs to stay hydrated + balanced.

Love,
​Jane

If you happen to be interested in giving Everyday Oil a try (or need a refill), they are currently offering 20% off of a 2 oz. bottle with the code flowerpower...through Sunday, Feb. 6). I am not affiliated with EO...I just love them!  :)
4 Comments
Alix
2/4/2022 07:49:29 pm

I've been using Everyday Oil for years and love it! I promise it's absolutely not greasy at all. I keep a bottle in my shower and apply it to wet skin before towelling off and it does not leave any residue on my towel, sheets or clothes. For cleansing, I do the same as you: wet my face and then apply 1 pump of EO and give myself a mini face massage. If I'm wearing makeup, I finish by wiping it off with a wet towel, but if not then I just let it soak in. It's the best!

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Jane link
2/17/2022 04:38:01 pm

Thank you so much for this encouragement!! It's just what I need to make me brave enough to try it on more than just my face! :)

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Gretchen link
2/6/2022 11:16:16 am

Hi Jane. I am doing almost the exact same thing this winter only using a oil mix I put together myself. I have not used any soap or other moisturizer on my face and I think it looks the best it has looked in a long time. I used the oil mix to remove makeup/wash my face in the evening and then use a little under my eyes and on any dry areas. Then in the morning just wet my face in the shower and then apply the oil. Previously I would apply a moisturizer/sunscreen in the morning. I am thinking ahead to when the days are longer and warmer and wondering what I will do then. Do you use a sunscreen on your face? I love hearing what has worked for you.

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Jane link
2/17/2022 04:42:46 pm

It is so good! I don't use sunscreen on my face unless I plan on spending the day at the beach or out in the sun all day. I know it's controversial, but I feel that a little sun on my face is good for vitamin D + my spirit. :)

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