Olive Oil

Olive oil is really helpful in many ways and specially for hair and skin.. One of my friend used it for acne and got good results but the same never happened for me, then i searched for some helpful acne creams to find whether they are useful or not. I got a great share stating

Olay regenerist serum which I love and have used for years on my very acne prone sensitive skin has recently reformulated all their serums and lotions and they now include olive oil can anyone help me with this as I'm scared to make the switch or recommended a facial serum that won't cause breakouts.Thanks.

In a moment of desperation, I decided to give the oil cleansing method a try, in conjunction with some other natural remedies (lemon juice and manuka honey/oatmeal/jojoba mask) I had researched on the internet. I truly regret this decision as it caused my oily sensitive skin to breakout in cystic acne nearly every-day (I usually only get cysts around "that time" and when I'm under a lot of stress). I massaged my face with organic cold pressed virgin olive oil nightly, placed a warm cloth over my skin (to open and cleanse pores) and proceeded to wash the olive oil off as best as I could. For the next few days, my skin began breaking out relentlessly. I chalked it up to the "breakout period" of using a new product and thought that the oil might be deeply cleansing my skin of its toxins in some way. I felt awful seeing my skin's sore and bumpy texture in the mirror, but I continued to use the olive oil for another 2 weeks. Although it felt "right" to use something that was completely natural, it came to the point where my self-esteem could no longer handle my new regime. I cut out the olive oil completely, and went back to my gentle Aveda BP products. It took some time for my skin to re-adjust, but I could tell almost immediately that olive oil was not for my skin. Sometimes the simpler, and less rigorous/abrasive acne regime - the better. I have personally found the best results in gentler natural products - such as manuka honey and aloe vera. I may not have found the results I so longed, but at I have learnt my unfortunate lesson when it comes to searching for a miraculous acne cure. I suppose for some the oil might work to their skins advantage, but before taking it upon yourself to try out any natural remedies, I would recommend the help of a naturopath or patch-testing at the very least. Remember that everyone's skin will react differently. Good luck with your skin! You are all beautiful, whether you realize it or not... your acne does NOT define

I have used OO as a moisturizer in which I used a few drops mixed with cetaphil and worked brilliantly as my skin is very dry. However I wanted to try the OO cleansing method in which you rub the oil onto your face prior to washing. My 2nd day after beginning this I broke out like no body's business. Large cysts began to form on my upper cheeks and jawline. I'm not one to normally be affected by cysts however this was the exception. Believing this initial breakout was just a reaction to my skin purging out the dirt and oils I decide to continue. This continued to get worse with 1-4 new zits daily. In the past my acne has been relatively mild, a lot of blackheads however 1-3 zits at any which time. So anyways it all came to a great climax with my worst breakout ever, literally ever and I've had some vicious ones in the past. My face was covered with large patches of zits formed in my regular problem areas. I have since cut the oil cleansing out of my regimen and am now struggling to get back on the right track. Buyer Beware!

I wanted so bad for this to work, but it only made my skin worse. it was heavy and greasy, and didn't even moisturize. i think it made my skin flakier. But my mom started using olive oil, and her skin looks amazing after using it! I guess its not good for acne- prone types.