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Non-Toxic Skincare Starter Guide

Non-Toxic

Skincare Starter

Guide

I didn¡¯t always have a healthy relationship with my skin. For a number

of years, I dealt with adult acne from hormonal, stress, and gut issues. (The

photo on page two was taken after my

second baby was born. It was at this time

that I began struggling with acne.)

Over the past few years, I¡¯ve been committed

to learning how to care for my skin, naturally.

I¡¯ve read books, listened to podcasts with

skincare experts and functional medicine

doctors, had experts on Live Simply, The

Podcast, been on the receiving end of facials

and skin treatments (like gua sha, peels, and

microdermabrasion), and experimented with

many different products.

I was never taught how to care for my skin

as a teen and young adult. I thought skincare

was about applying a bunch of makeup and

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hiding everything underneath. Now I know

that isn¡¯t the answer. The answer is to care for

and nourish the skin.

Don¡¯t get me wrong, I love makeup. I find

makeup to be fun and it can enhance a look.

My emphasis today is on caring for my skin

with lifestyle choices, nourishing food, and a

skincare routine that supports my skin.

In this guide, I¡¯ll share what I¡¯ve learned about creating a skincare routine

using non-toxic products with the goal of inspiring you to create your own

skincare routine. I¡¯m not talking about anything crazy here; just a simple

skincare routine

that nourishes and

supports the skin.

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Skincare Routine Basics

3 Nourishing Steps

With these 3 steps you can create a

nourishing skincare routine.

1

CLEANSE

2

TONE

3

MOISTURIZE

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Step One: Cleanse

A face cleanser shouldn¡¯t be harsh,

strip the skin of its own natural

(beneficial) oils, or sterilize the skin.

This stripping causes an imbalance

of the skin and this can cause

breakouts and other issues. Instead,

a cleanser should clean your face,

gently, by removing dirt, makeup,

and other debris from the day.

Some people like to double cleanse, which simply means cleansing the skin

twice. If you wear a lot of makeup during the day or you find your skin just

doesn¡¯t feel clean after one cleanse, double cleansing may be a good option.

To do this, use the same cleanser twice, or use an oil cleanser first (or even

a makeup remover made with nourishing ingredients, like this makeup

remover balm) and then a dedicated cleanser. Personally, if I feel the need

to double cleanse, I just use the same cleanser twice.

I¡¯ve learned the secret to using any face cleanser is to first massage the

product on a damp face and then use a soft, wet washcloth to rinse off

the cleanser and any dirt/makeup (rinse a couple of times, if needed). The

cleanser will loosen dirt and cleanse the face, but it¡¯s important to use a cloth

to aid in the process. I use gray washcloths since they don¡¯t show makeup

or dirt.

There¡¯s no need to use a cleanser in the morning, unless you exercise in the

morning and want to remove sunscreen or sweat from your face.

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The Best Non-Toxic Cleansers

The following cleansers are sorted by price, ranging for

low to high.

$

Homemade Honey and Aloe Facial Cleanser: This

cleanser is easy to make and affordable, containing just

three ingredients: aloe, honey, and oil.

Homemade Basic Natural Face Wash: If you want a

soapy cleanser, this is a great one. This face wash is made

with a base of castile soap and can be customized based

on your preferences.

Acure Cleansing Gel: Acure is a budget-friendly brand

found at many retail shops. They make two different

cleansers, a gel and a cream option, based on your

preference. $8-10

Luminance Skincare Delicate or Cream Cleanser: The

delicate cleanser in this line reminds me of the homemade

face wash above, but with other nourishing ingredients.

If you¡¯d like to use a cream cleanser, particularly if your

face feels dry after cleansing, this is an affordable option.

$19-23

$$

One Love Organics Easy Does It Cleanser: If you¡¯re

looking for a store-bought option that¡¯s foaming, this is

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