tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post3829737664550296588..comments2024-03-13T03:25:01.756-07:00Comments on The Moptop Maven.com | The Premier Source For All Things Creative, Fly & Fashionable: Clear + Hydrated Skin The Natural Way - Natural Oils Your Skin Will Thank You For + Giveaway Winner AnnouncedMop Top Mavenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01015978415066958745noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-64158665182125582052010-10-03T12:03:46.571-07:002010-10-03T12:03:46.571-07:00I use Jojoba oil which works great!! :)I use Jojoba oil which works great!! :)Pamela stitchhttp://www.pamelastitch.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-68060074392828288322010-09-30T13:36:05.552-07:002010-09-30T13:36:05.552-07:00To the commenters with questionable comments: I pe...To the commenters with questionable comments: I personally have oily skin and I have been using the OCM method for 3 weeks with wonderful results. I still have a little shine but my skin is clear and moisturized and I even feel better w/o makeup! IF you think it doesn't work...THEN DON'T TRY IT!. That's ALL<br /><br />TawandaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-52220591823301760422010-09-30T03:14:06.106-07:002010-09-30T03:14:06.106-07:00"Is there even any conclusive, empirical, sci..."Is there even any conclusive, empirical, scientific, quantifiable, peer-reviewed EVIDENCE of the effectiveness of this so called method? Furthermore what are the mechanisms that render it effective? "<br /><br />I understand the spirit with which Chidi asked the question. So, MTM: Is there evidence, other than anecdotal, regarding the effectiveness of oils to cleanse skin, esp. those of us with problem skin? I attempted to do a Google search, but turned up empty.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-63614562425913094022010-09-29T21:24:06.034-07:002010-09-29T21:24:06.034-07:00Good to read all of those who have had positive re...Good to read all of those who have had positive results with the OCM. As for me, I'm sticking with my commercially-available skin care products. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-6913604836645915042010-09-29T21:09:43.988-07:002010-09-29T21:09:43.988-07:00Ehh Niaja girl(Chidi)be easy..Ehh Niaja girl(Chidi)be easy..Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-30419625329272186572010-09-29T20:05:14.846-07:002010-09-29T20:05:14.846-07:00I must be bloody ignorant, but putting oil on your...I must be bloody ignorant, but putting oil on your skin especially if you're breakout prone will only logically worsen your problem. Wtf!? This is common sense.<br />People, please do your own damn research before you blindly follow just any advice given to you by someone who is clearly not a professional or a chemist by any stretch of the imagination. It will save you a lot of time and headache.<br />Is there even any conclusive, empirical, scientific, quantifiable, peer-reviewed EVIDENCE of the effectiveness of this so called method? Furthermore what are the mechanisms that render it effective? HOW DOES WASHING ONE'S ALREADY SEBUM FILLED FACE WITH OIL IMPROVE ONE'S FACIAL CONDITION!?<br />*face palm*Chidihttp://twitter.com/ifunanyanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-54939948483580865562010-09-29T11:26:31.929-07:002010-09-29T11:26:31.929-07:00I tried the OCM some years back but I think I just...I tried the OCM some years back but I think I just had castor oil and I think I used more than I should, so it didn't work out as well as I hoped. But I'm definitely considerign it again. I use a natural shea butter soap from the Rastas and it seems to be working nicely for my skin but if I can even eliminate that, it'd be kinda neat! =)The Retro Naturalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08417750475148888546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-64125303115422182862010-09-29T09:43:46.269-07:002010-09-29T09:43:46.269-07:00I think I'll try the grapeseed oil too. What a...I think I'll try the grapeseed oil too. What about tea tree oil? Heard that is good with lemon juice to get rid of dark spots right?Kimmoyhttp://www.thecurvycoach.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-45511132200182763302010-09-29T09:37:10.895-07:002010-09-29T09:37:10.895-07:00After years of being a happy Proactiv Solution use...After years of being a happy Proactiv Solution user, my skin just stopped responding a few months ago. As soon as I saw this article yesterday, I went out and purchased the oils you recommended for oily acne prone skin. Can't wait for them to arrive!<br /><br />Kendra<br /><a href="http://closetconfections.com" rel="nofollow">http://closetconfections.com</a>Closet Confectionshttp://closetconfections.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-27223797441877011782010-09-29T06:37:29.016-07:002010-09-29T06:37:29.016-07:00I have been using the oil cleansing method (OCM) s...I have been using the oil cleansing method (OCM) since I read about it on Nik's blog a few weeks ago. It's worked well. I've been using it on my face and neck with great results. If you breakout initially, don't be discouraged. I hear it's the skin's way of purging itself. The second week of the OCM was scary, with some breakouts and irritation, but now I understand that it's part of the process for some of us. Thanks Nick for your blog. Who needs fashion magazines with tips from you on fashion, skincare, and good living!Hudanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-89182008413002832872010-09-29T05:51:43.569-07:002010-09-29T05:51:43.569-07:00I've been using a Grapeseed oil and Castor oil...I've been using a Grapeseed oil and Castor oil mix for one month now and outside of the occasional pimple I've had great results. I have very oily skin and this method has done wonders for controlling it. Thanks so much for sharing!!Keishahttp://twitter.com/keishrocksnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-32380317127401622242010-09-28T21:35:10.584-07:002010-09-28T21:35:10.584-07:00i love using avocado oil for my OCM! it is perfect...i love using avocado oil for my OCM! it is perfect for my dry skin. i still want to try a few more oils, though! i have heard good things about the evening primrose. thanks!<br /><br />love the blog!Melyssahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11113137267836564178noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-82121387988401593552010-09-28T21:06:39.532-07:002010-09-28T21:06:39.532-07:00Great tips! What do you do if you have combination...Great tips! What do you do if you have combination skin?vettyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11519083699334225510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-5716237676443324072010-09-28T19:41:30.639-07:002010-09-28T19:41:30.639-07:00I think I may try the Grapeseed oil. I am using th...I think I may try the Grapeseed oil. I am using the OCM with Olive oil and castor oil right now and seeing minimal change in my problem areas.My Natural Mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12953119974290161956noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-24175568834825967972010-09-28T15:58:05.600-07:002010-09-28T15:58:05.600-07:00Every day, I use my EVOO/EVCO mix to moisturize my...Every day, I use my EVOO/EVCO mix to moisturize my face and body after cleansing with African Black Soap. Once a week, I exfoliate my face with my EVOO/EVCO sugar scrub and then follow it up with a bentonite clay mask. Switching to all natural skincare products has done wonders for my skin. :)mangomadnessnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-81628522654586919032010-09-28T15:52:41.980-07:002010-09-28T15:52:41.980-07:00Just purchased grapeseed not soo long ago. Still t...Just purchased grapeseed not soo long ago. Still thiking what I should do with it this def has me onto something!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12286994167822577439noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-35785409708122181842010-09-28T15:15:28.084-07:002010-09-28T15:15:28.084-07:00I've been using grapeseed oil since your first...I've been using grapeseed oil since your first post about the oil cleansing method and my skin looks AMAZING!! Thanks for suggesting more oils to try.Karra.http://flavors.me/karranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-45983418220357362382010-09-28T14:28:23.993-07:002010-09-28T14:28:23.993-07:00Since your post on yout face regimen where you men...Since your post on yout face regimen where you mentioned that you used grapeseed oil as a moisturizer, I started using it too. My skin absolutely loves it!!!! My face is extremely soft and it gives my face a glow. I have oily skin, but the grapeseed oil does not make it oiler, in fact, I think the it has controlled it! Also, a little goes a looong way. I want to experiment with the OCM, but I am too attached to my black soap right now....maybe one day though!<br />BTW, I LOVE your blog!!!!! I always make sure I read it before i got to bed every night lol!sunshine and smiles alwayshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16357139570133184734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-19673904648901336102010-09-28T13:51:38.241-07:002010-09-28T13:51:38.241-07:00Im currently using EVOO and castor oil and it is w...Im currently using EVOO and castor oil and it is working but i notice it is also giving me a couple of pimples..nothing too crazy but im thinkin the evoo maybe to thick for my skin..im very anxious to try the grapeseed oil as soon as i go to shopriteUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13748566000348920502noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-82505111255961288002010-09-28T13:22:28.295-07:002010-09-28T13:22:28.295-07:00Girl you are on a roll.. Love your blog! I've ...Girl you are on a roll.. Love your blog! I've tried the OCM with Olive oil and castor oil(Jamaican Black Castor Oil) separately to see how it would respond to my skin but I keep getting pimples.. I hear that you may experience breakout first before the skin becomes clear.. Have you experienced this before? I will try the grapeseed oil and / hazelut oil on my skin and see if my skin likes it.. Do you have any tips on how to get rid of dark circles and fine lines around the mouth?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-37632218017257496902010-09-28T13:00:42.677-07:002010-09-28T13:00:42.677-07:00I just started using grapeseed oil on my skin and ...I just started using grapeseed oil on my skin and I love it. Like most people, I was skeptical about putting oil on my already oil skin, but it's actually light weight and leaves my skin soft and moisturized.Living Fly on a Dimehttp://livingflyonadime.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-83574478162151623882010-09-28T12:54:23.867-07:002010-09-28T12:54:23.867-07:00Ladies!
The OCM is wonderful!!! I have been faith...Ladies!<br /><br />The OCM is wonderful!!! I have been faithfully using this method for about a month now and the benefits are ridiculous! (70% castor oil, 10% grapeseed oil, 10% teatree oil, and 10% sweet almond oil) is the combo of oil I use and my skin is bright, soft, and dewey. Definitely a must try!! And the mixture last soooo long. No need for expensive facial products when God has provided all we need!! I love it!<br /><br />BTW: Nik, <br /><br />I saw you and Lo's feature on essence.com!!! I said to myself, "That's my girl!!"Shakira/Thankfulnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-462583122727052342010-09-28T12:49:26.695-07:002010-09-28T12:49:26.695-07:00I'm going to have to try the grapeseed oil. Ri...I'm going to have to try the grapeseed oil. Right now, I use EVOO and castor oil. It works beautifully!!Candicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07270971601373324961noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-19780529769938954002010-09-28T12:45:35.092-07:002010-09-28T12:45:35.092-07:00Can't wait to start experimenting with some of...Can't wait to start experimenting with some of the oils that you've suggested. The biggest challenge is finding the right oil combination that works for my skin.Gigihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03128646534282915739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-80880364553396529992010-09-28T12:38:27.238-07:002010-09-28T12:38:27.238-07:00Really great tips and very helpful thanks a bunch ...Really great tips and very helpful thanks a bunch for sharing. currently, I've been using a mixture of oilve oil and castor oil infused w/ sage, My skin looks and feels great. I've heard great things about grapeseed oil for skin as well, may give that a try. Take care.<br /><br />zainab1<br />AuNaturale007.blogspot.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16737460468957770780noreply@blogger.com