Sweet Almond Oil Facial

Welcome back, skin care loving readers! I apologize for my month-long hiatus, but was recently the chair of a large charity event here in town, and so have been one busy lady these last few weeks. I promise not to go that long again without a post! 

Of course, being busy tends to mean three things for all of us- first, we get out of our normal routines, secondly, we start to lose precious hours of sleep, and last, but not least, we begin to suffer from stress. Now, if you've been reading my blog with any regularity, you'll know that I find both routine and sleep to be crucial to good skin care, and that I have always said that any kind of stress (job, family, money, etc) will cause your entire body to react with physical aversion. Your stomach flips, your skin breaks out, your eyes twitch. Bodies don't like stress, it's a fact. 

So, I have dedicated these next few days to taking extra good care of myself, and of my skin, in the hopes that I will soon look more rested and revived! So, first up on my list, and I have recommended this before, was a Sweet Almond Oil Facial. This is a quick and easy facial that, for those of you with dry skin, could become a weekly staple. For those of you with acne prone skin- don't shy away from this! The word "oil" may seem like a bad thing, but in fact, it will help sooth any redness and irritation that you may have had from breakouts, and I think that just about everyone will enjoy a more even skin tone after a few tries! Truly, this is a great and inexpensive fix! 

So... here is the recipe. Get yourself a bottle of Aura Cacia Skin Care Oil at your nearest Whole Foods Market. Spend a little time choosing your oil, as there are several kinds. I like the Sweet Almond Oil, because I tend to have really dry skin, but if you are more acne prone, you may try the Grapeseed or Jojoba Oils. If you don't have the time, or money, for the store- then try Olive Oil! Yep, good ole EVOO will do the trick, as well. 

Next, go home, and pour a half-dollar size puddle into your palm, and give your clean face a nice slathering. No, I'm not kidding. Just rub the oil right up on your face, all by itself. Seriously, don't give me that look, go ahead and give yourself a gentle rub. No need to be forceful about it, a gentle patting will do just fine. Then, wait for 10 minutes or so, and wash the oil off with a cleanser and warm water. (If you really want to get serious about it, have yourself a cup of hot herbal tea while you wait.) You may need to use a washcloth to help remove the oil, as well. 

I think you'll notice an immediate and remarkable difference in your skin's softness, and after a few tries, your skin tone. Let me know if you've tried other oil types, I'd like to hear from you!