Saturday, July 24, 2010

Clogged pores. Any suggestions?

Hey all. So i have an insane problem with clogged pores. I seem to get more and more as time goes on. It used to just be in my Tzone, but it has now spread all over my face. It is really gross and embarrassing!





I don't really want to try any ';products'; but if anybody has any natural treatments, especially any exfoliating ideas, I'll love ya!Clogged pores. Any suggestions?
Have you tried the Oil Cleansing Method? It does NOT work for everyone (some people have some pretty averse reactions to it), but it's cleared up my clogged pores ridiculously well.





You can get more information on the basic process at theoilcleansingmethod.com. They recommend sunflower oil (or safflower oil) in addition to the castor oil; I actually prefer grapeseed oil with the castor oil. But it's a really natural, relaxing way to get your pores cleared out, if it works for you.





There are also a lot of reviews of the method at makeupalley.com, so please, do some research on it and decide if you want to try it.





(Also, a common oil for trying this is extra virgin olive oil, probably because most people have it on hand. This had terrible results for me. Be careful!!)Clogged pores. Any suggestions?
Make sure that you're drinking enough water. That always helps clear things up a little.





Also, when you wash your face with any kind of soap or cleanser, it changes the pH of your skin. So after you wash your face, make sure that you lower the pH (making it more acidic) again by using a toner or lemon juice. This inhibits bacterial growth. Witch hazel is also great for the face.
You could try mixing brown sugar and milk and use that as a facial scrub, or anything fine and grainy will do, also you could try steaming out your pores with steamy water!

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