tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post7569852435750437898..comments2022-01-31T07:08:02.464+00:00Comments on Aisha Wood: OCM - the Oil Cleansing Methodarticle-girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11802903475739330173noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-3305524974423353502010-02-12T10:23:30.424+00:002010-02-12T10:23:30.424+00:00Hey Clover.. Sorry for the delay in replying.
I ...Hey Clover.. Sorry for the delay in replying. <br /><br />I would say that as long as you don't exceed 1 drop of TTO in 10ml of ocm mix then you should be fine - LO doesn't have the same potential sensitivity issues that TTO does. <br />Of course it's best not to overdo the Lavender Oil, but you can add a couple more drops where you would need to be careful with the TTO.<br />(So basically you can do #1 and be safe. If it was TTO and any other essential oil then I would recommend #2)Aishahttp://monpetitpoi.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-55879993552523462352009-12-10T14:15:53.470+00:002009-12-10T14:15:53.470+00:00Hey Aisha, I have a question. When u said the safe...Hey Aisha, I have a question. When u said the safe dilution for essential oil is 1 drop of EO to every 10ml ocm mix.<br /><br />Say if i use lavender oil(LO) and Tea tree oil(TTO), will that be:<br /><br />1) 1 drop of LO and 1 drop of TTO for 10 ml ocm mix; or,<br /><br />2) 1 drop of LO and 1 drop of TTO for 20 ml of ocm mix?clovernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-26505379091364362792009-10-08T21:59:21.966+01:002009-10-08T21:59:21.966+01:00I know this is old, but I stumbled upon this post ...I know this is old, but I stumbled upon this post and I'm excited to try it!<br /><br />I've been using Tea Tree Oil for a couple of years and I love it, but I'm looking for a bit more love for my skin.<br /><br />Thanks for the great post!Kaitlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06740868696901361371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-61737563899758777012009-06-10T17:15:18.626+01:002009-06-10T17:15:18.626+01:00Mrs Alfan; I've been using the method for a fe...Mrs Alfan; I've been using the method for a few years now. It's definitely still effective, as long as I'm careful to note changes in my skin (the ones which are not hormone related) and change the mixture accordingly then the results continue to be good :)<br /><br />One thing to note is I've read that in hotter climates you may find OCM far too heavy. I would suggest in summer only using it on cool days and at night, and on a less regular basis if you find this. Good luck!<br /><br />Shanz; I've never used Sunflower oil in OCM, I'll have to look into that one. <br />Castor oil is absolutely safe for you skin; it's generally sold as a laxative for internal consumption, but traditionally it is known for treating numerous skin conditions including burns, sunburn, cuts and abrasions. Personally I use OCM once every night, but this may be too much for some people. Sometimes it is too much for me, so I take note of how my skin is and treat it accordingly. It may take some trial and error in recognising what your skin needs and getting the mixture right, but once you've got the hang of it it's pretty easy :) The pimples may just be a 'detox' - the OCM drawing out deep impurities, if they don't heal within a week then I would discontinue use or try adjusting the mixture. As for the itchiness, if this continues I would do a patch test on the inside of your elbow of each of the oils you use in your mixture alone, if it'd an allergic reaction to the oil you will be able to tell which one.article-girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11802903475739330173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-17710441022859721552009-06-10T05:45:34.396+01:002009-06-10T05:45:34.396+01:00Hi Aisha
I have oily skin and acne-prone skin. Be...Hi Aisha<br /><br />I have oily skin and acne-prone skin. Before this my daily routine is I just use my normal facial cleanser and after that I use tea tree oil. The tea tree oil does helps to reduce my acne. <br /><br />I’ve been doing the oil cleansing method for 2 times now (yesterday evening & this morning). I can’t find castor oil so the oil that I used is a mix of sunflower oil + Extra Virgin Olive Oil. So far, it helps to make my face moisturise and my face is not flaky. After a few hours now, my skin is also not as oily as it used to be. But I did saw little pimples at the side of my lips and a bit of redness at my left cheek. Is Castor oil safe for our skin? I feel like I want to leave out castor oil as I'm scared if it's not safe. I also did feel that the skin surrounding my lips and my cheeks is sightly itchy. Did I do something wrong here? How many times can we do the OCM ? Can anyone help to advice me? Thanks in advance.Shanznoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-35157437008483517352009-05-29T05:54:40.967+01:002009-05-29T05:54:40.967+01:00how long have you been using this method? Are the ...how long have you been using this method? Are the results still good? <br /><br />I 've been using ocm since almost 2 weeks ago everyday. I had horrible hormonal breakouts before that. I love the results it gives me. So far, my skin loves it. But I'm afraid if I have breakouts in the future like some people do after awhile using ocm. It's winter now in Australia. It cleanse and doesn't dry out my skin. :)<br /><br />I tried using microfibre cloth at first. You're right, it ruined the cloth and I felt that the cloth was rougher than it was before. Ooh and the oil that was stuck to microfibre.. Now I'm using normal cotton face cloth.Aynahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07870053230950825210noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-8016918491765871772009-04-29T23:16:00.000+01:002009-04-29T23:16:00.000+01:00Hi Shabrina,
Have you tried different ratios of ca...Hi Shabrina,<br />Have you tried different ratios of castor oil & olive oil? If you have oily skin it is better to use more castor oil than olive oil; I would suggest trying co 60/40 evoo at first, if your skin improves with that ratio but is still oily, continue to tip the ratio slightly in favour of castor oil until you have the correct balance. Adding a drop of lavender essential oil (one of the more gentle oils) may also help calm your skin (but use in moderation!).<br />If you still have no luck I suggest looking at other factors which may cause skin problems. Diet is usually a big factor, either from a poor diet or perhaps allergies if your diet is otherwise healthy. It's worth looking into if nothing else works. Drink plenty of water. <br />I hope you start to see results!article-girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11802903475739330173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-69271062255428167092009-04-22T18:15:00.000+01:002009-04-22T18:15:00.000+01:00hey there..i have been using OCM for about a month...hey there..i have been using OCM for about a month now..and I'm starting to realize that somehow my skin isn't going any better, or should i say worst. I have an acne prone skin, with an oily face,especially on my T-zone. I use a mixture of Olive Oil & Castor Oil (60/40). My skin is so sensitive that I have tried from the most expensive product and to the cheapest in store, but yet, it always turns out the same or worser. I am really3 worried...for once I am wishing that I am able to go out without make-up and not having to worry how horrible i look like without make up. PLEASE, give me some suggestions... =((<br /><br />just in case, here's my email, shafizalina@hotmail.com)shabrinanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-60213476616980774462009-01-02T00:33:00.000+00:002009-01-02T00:33:00.000+00:00I have been doing this for a week or so and I thin...I have been doing this for a week or so and I think it is the best skin care routine I've ever heard of. I've always had super-dry skin that is not prone to break-outs (I get a zit maybe every two months), and all I ever did to clean my face was wipe with water in the shower and use toner the rest of the time. Using soap on my face makes my skin flake, so I researched, and discovered the evils of soap. ;).<BR/>When I started this, my skin looked a little nasty the first day (gross impurities), then after that it has glowed and been very smooth. I think it has also blended my skin tone quite a bit. I have tried doing this every night and tried skipping days in between and found that it works just as well either way. For me, at least. Yay for OCM!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-79297722261387508662008-11-27T16:03:00.000+00:002008-11-27T16:03:00.000+00:00Sorry for the delay in replying to some of these c...Sorry for the delay in replying to some of these comments - my email notifications are a bit sporadic at the moment, it seems.<BR/><BR/>I'm glad so many people are having great results with this method - remember in the winter months you may need to adjust the amounts you use again to provide more moisture (only do this if you feel your skin needs it though).<BR/><BR/>Anon. #1 - I'm not 100% sure what you mean.. If you mean would it be better to cloth the mixture off and then steam (by this I presume you mean head-over-bowl steam) than to use the cloth to steam the mixture then I would say no, probably not. It is better to steam while the mixture is still on your face to really help it cleanse the pores. <BR/><BR/>Anon #2 - The beauty of this method is that you can adjust everything to suit you. As I said in the post I personally just use Witch Hazel or Rosewater on a cotton ball in the morning to lightly remove any excess oil & freshen my face, finished with a light moisturiser. You can even use the method twice a day if your skin likes it.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for all the comments people, it's great to hear so much feedback! :)article-girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11802903475739330173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-35536873318798484392008-11-27T10:50:00.000+00:002008-11-27T10:50:00.000+00:00hey!I'm trying the OCM right now and after a few d...hey!<BR/><BR/>I'm trying the OCM right now and after a few days I am seeing improvement in my skin!<BR/><BR/>Like i have breakouts like you, centred on my forehead, and I picked at them (trying to break the habit lol) and it's left scars, but they aren't as visible now! I love it!<BR/>Thanks for posting about it!<BR/><BR/>-AliceAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-24857522674922465722008-11-26T16:07:00.000+00:002008-11-26T16:07:00.000+00:00Hi would like to know if i use OCM at night, what ...Hi would like to know if i use OCM at night, what kinda skincare routine i have to do in the morning? I hv oily tzone and blackheads and want to rid of commercial products that will only rid my natural oil. Do u use cleanser, toner and moisturizer in the morning if u use only OCM at night? What other alternative is there?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-9528416930239807632008-10-03T02:12:00.000+01:002008-10-03T02:12:00.000+01:00Isn't it better to cloth and then steam instead of...Isn't it better to cloth and then steam instead of just using cloth?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-8111294798786325982008-05-13T11:02:00.000+01:002008-05-13T11:02:00.000+01:00Wow, that was informative! Thank you so much. I ...Wow, that was informative! Thank you so much. I have recently switched from very harsh cosmoceutical products to pure coconut oil and my skin is loving it. However, I am still using the last of the old facewash and was wondering what I could use to clean my face with. I'll definitely be trying this. I'm weaning myself of all unnatural, chemical personal products.Hanliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16476650601531649816noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-9147633998206946702008-04-28T14:01:00.000+01:002008-04-28T14:01:00.000+01:00Hi nee! The great thing about the Oil Cleansing Me...Hi nee! The great thing about the Oil Cleansing Method is you can adjust it to suit. I use it daily, sometimes once in the morning & once at night, other times I only use it at night. It depends how my skin feels.<BR/>My advice is try the method & don't be afraid to experiment - both with the frequency & oil quantities, you'll know when your skin likes it & when it doesn't! Good luck :)article-girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11802903475739330173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-64918600702520347722008-04-28T00:26:00.000+01:002008-04-28T00:26:00.000+01:00Hi! I came across your blog..and saw your post on ...Hi! I came across your blog..and saw your post on the oil cleansing method..I'm interested in trying out the OCM..my skin is so complicated I've tried every product out there..from spa to organic etc...<BR/>I was wondering how would I incorporate this OCM into my daily routine or should you only do it a specific number of times a week..thanks:)https://www.blogger.com/profile/15930165965994160255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-54926116361869283292008-04-12T22:01:00.000+01:002008-04-12T22:01:00.000+01:00Ooo, I might have to try that. I have super oily/s...Ooo, I might have to try that. I have super oily/super dry skin.Sarethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11216300981751928129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4560110654816770822.post-83549783333701218702008-04-08T13:27:00.000+01:002008-04-08T13:27:00.000+01:00That sounds really good.I have Psoriasis and peopl...That sounds really good.<BR/><BR/>I have Psoriasis and people have often recommended Olive Oil which I would mix into my other creams and shower washes. It's true that a lot of so called natural products are some what misleading. Castor Oil though is a new one for me. I've been using body shops Coconut range, coconut oil is another very good oil, and it has been helping. I'm interested to try this and see if it works better.starryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05160390639712401057noreply@blogger.com