Switching to natural skincare doesn’t have to difficult – or expensive. We’re sharing some easy swaps for the products you’re probably using every day.
Ingredients really do matter, and especially with a product you apply every single day (sometimes even multiple times a day), toxic ingredients found in conventional skincare can build up in your body and contribute to your toxic load overtime.
One simple, daily swap can make a world of difference for your skin and whole self.
Here are our top picks for the best natural skincare products and tips for super simple DIYs.
CLEANSER
If you’ve spent any time on our blog, you know we’re big believers in the Oil Cleansing Method – using the proper blend of beneficial oils to purify pores, dissolve dirt + buildup and remove makeup. This method of cleansing keeps skin healthy and strong rather than stripping it with harsh surfactants and chemicals found in conventional cleansers. It’s important to find the right formulation for your skin type to provide a deep cleanse without over drying or making oily skin even more so.
BUY: We’ve formulated 3 different types of Cleansing Oils (Oily, Normal and Dry) and have perfected the ratio of pure, organic oils over the years to ensure a clean complexion that’s left feeling balanced and nourished, no matter what skin type you may have.
DIY: You can often find high quality, organic oils at your local health food store – or you might even have them in your kitchen or bathroom already. The one oil that is consistent in each recipe is castor oil – this oil has powerful purifying properties and really does the dirty work when it comes to cleansing. You can also add a couple drops of your favorite essential oil to create a more relaxing, spa-like experience (we love lavender + geranium). Here are the carrier oils you’ll need based on your skin type:
- Oily/acne-prone: 1/3 castor oil + 2/3 jojoba oil or sunflower oil.
- Normal/combination: 1/4 castor oil + 3/4 jojoba oil or avocado oil.
- Dry/mature: just a bit of castor oil + mostly avocado oil or rosehip seed oil.
Curious if you’re oil cleansing correctly? Check out this post to help you troubleshoot any OCM mistakes you might be making.
TONER
Rather than using harsh astringents + harmful alcohols as a toner, switch to natural hydrosols to help hydrate and replenish the skin’s protective barrier. The point of applying a toner is to replenish the skin after cleansing and to prep the skin to soak in moisturizer. However, so many toners on the market today work against the skin because they are too harsh and compromise skin health with harmful ingredients. Botanical hydrosols on the other hand, contain minimal ingredients, hydrating humectants and healing benefits to strengthen + support the skin. Especially since this is a product you want to spritz morning, noon and night, it’s a must to swap out for a clean, nourishing option.
