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06-01-2010, 09:25 PM #7
I am very sorry about your bad experience with the glycerin although, you had read my warning about the use of glycerin. By the same token, think that when you post your experiences in the forum, others are likely to follow your lead and do whatever you have been successful with, especially new members.
I always post my silly warnings in DIY threads because often the recommendations in them can lead to dreadful consequences, let me explain with your example (nothing personal and/or directed specifically towards you in particular): olive oil is a mild comedogenic, which means, it can clog pores thus, causing acne, this is not the case for your skin but others may experience some problems with it; a lot of people think, myself included, that olive oil is excellent for the skin, and so are many other oils. The bottom line is that the skin of each person is unique and as such, different from others. In fact, some people may have different skin types in their own body or even part of their body (i.e face, etc.).
Also, I noticed that you use 4 to 5 drops, which about borderline of what is recommended, usually no more than 5 and more towards 3 (but if you face is large, more may be needed). Things to remember when using pre shave oils: 1) use the recommended amount; 2) allow enough time for the oil to be absorbed by the skin; and 3) remove the excess oil before shaving. These guidelines will help not only prevent skin problems but also cuts as an oily face may impair stretching. Use common sense, if you use 3 drops and your face is still oily after 20 minutes, reduce the amount of oil applied or switch to to a different oil. And if you see any adverse reaction, discontinue the use of the product, any product, and ask your dermatologist.
I would like to reiterate, as I always do, that nothing beats the pleasure of making your own "anythings" but a fair amount of reading should always precede the actual experimentation. We must always put safety first. And if the information you are looking for is not readily available, do not be afraid to pop a question or two, we have a great group of people with different backgrounds and degrees of expertise. If anything else fails, or not, you (any of you) can also send me a PM. Good luck with your experiments!!!
Al raz.
P.S: I also love bergamot, nice essential oil
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