The Case For Oil as a Moisturizer Instead Of Cream

May 5th, 2019 by Scarlett Olson

Face Cream Ingredients silicones, preservatives, emulsifiers, active ingredients, fragrance, toxic skin care products, PEG, bioaccumulation

Is Your Skin Cream Really that Bad?

Would you be surprised to know that years of using skin cream can actually age your skin? Why? Because CREAM IS TERRIBLE for your skin. Creams contain ingredients you don’t want or need on your face.

Here's How Cream Works:

Basic creams are made with emulsifying waxes, water based ingredients, emollients and preservatives. Without added "active ingredients", cream would sit on top of the skin, rather than being fully absorbed. Because of this, many cream based moisturizers contain abrasive acids and chemicals to exfoliate the skin to make it feel soft. This breaks down the skin’s protective barrier and softens the skin with EXFOLIATION instead of MOISTURIZING.

Chemically exfoliating your skin on a daily basis exposes your skin to sun & wind damage, because it strips the skin of the natural protective barrier, causes long term damage by never giving the skin a chance to heal.

Cream doesn't fully absorb, so over time, your skin gets STARVED OF NUTRITION from the inside, and it gets STRIPPED DOWN on the outside. It is like adding a plastic coating to your skin- not delivering any nutrients to the skin.

‘ACTIVE’ ingredients and preservatives are used in cream- these ingredients are usually chemicals that may have great short term skin benefits, but long term many common ones are linked to cancer, heart disease, endocrine disruption birth defects & more.

Ingredients to Avoid in Skincare:

PRESERVATIVES

Many of the common preservatives are extremely harmful, dangerous chemicals causing reproductive damage, birth defects, skin damage & linked to CANCER.

PETROLIUM

Seals and suffocates the skin LIKE A PLASTIC COATING

FRAGRANCE

In the highest class of CARCINOGENIC chemicals & endocrine disruption

AND THAT'S JUST THE BEGINNING...

Do you now understand that SKIN CREAM is a CHEMICAL COCKTAIL for the skin, but not nutrition?

Even 'natural' creams have many of these harmful ingredients and are allowed in Certified Organic products. Plus, there’s no guarantee that you have safe cosmetics because the skincare industry lacks regulations.

WE SUFFER FROM THESE CHEMICALS!

BIOACCUMULATION

Bioaccumulation is what happens when these chemicals accumulate in your cells and make you sick with diseases that are usually dismissed by doctors as autoimmune disease, leaky gut, hormonal imbalances, fibromyalgia to cancer. But the root of it all stems from toxic chemical overload.

CHEMICAL BURNS

Most of these chemicals are so harmful in full strength that cosmetic chemist in laboratories have to use respiratory masks, and full body suits or they could risk developing a chemical burn on their skin. So what makes a small amount ok for my skin? They are not safe in any amounts.

HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF TOXIC INGREDIENTS THAT COULD BE IN YOUR SKIN CREAM:

Pthalates, Parabens, Polyethelyne Glycol (PEG),Formaldehyde, Oxybenzone, Artificial Fragrance (Parfum), Sodium Lauryl Sulfateare just to name a few of the ingredients to avoid in skin care. Be sure to check the EWG database for ingredients in your cosmetics before purchasing anything.

Besides being bad for your skin, these toxic chemicals can lead to serious health issues, not just skin related problems. For years, you’ve been using cream and sunscreen on your skin, not knowing that at best, they did nothing positive, but at worst, they are aging you and making you sick from the inside and out.

Second, You Need To Understand Oils.

Oils are effective moisturizers:

Oils are amazing for the skin, because they absorb easily and don't clog pores, they effectively lock in your skin's natural hydration, and don't contain heavy duty preservatives because oils are naturally shelf stable. Unlike cream which has water based ingredients that require preservatives, oil deeply absorbs, moisturizing your skin without an added layer of preservatives sitting on it all day.

"In your late 30s, wrinkles suddenly look deeper because the skin's natural oils decrease, the moisture barrier breaks down, and the skin dries out. Most creams contain a little oil, but not enough to make a big difference in water loss. Because oils are lipophilic, or fat loving, they pass though the lipid layer of the skin faster, preventing water loss and plumping skin with moisture more effectively.”

-Dermatologist David Colbert, ALLURE MAGAZINE

“Facial oils are an excellent way to get antioxidants and vitamins quickly into the skin, Oils are absorbed quickly, and soften the appearance of fine lines.”

-Celebrity dermatologist Dr. Gervaise Gerstner

SCARLETT OLSON, founder of SOCO Botanicals, Austin, TX.

"Using oil instead of cream is a little counterintuitive. People have to take a chance and try it out, but when they do, they get the results. People ask me if it will make their skin oily or break out. It doesn't at all. In fact, it does the opposite! It soaks into the skin in about 10 minutes, leaving no greasy residue and it does not clog pores- it moisturizes and balances oily skin when it absorbs. In fact, many oily skin clients are our biggest fans, because it works better than products that dry out the skin, which causes the skin to produce more oil.

My mission when I created SOCO Botanicals was to create the highest quality face oil blend on the market, with the best skin superfoods available: Sea Buckthorn Oil, Rosehip Seed Oil, Raspberry Seed Oil, Neroli Essential Oil, Jojoba Oil. I found the best quality sources for these ingredients, and it took 3 years to even find a manufacturer who was willing to make the product with such a high standard.

Many cosmetic manufacturers I met with not only refused to work with natural ingredients, but their executives had terrible skin themselves, from using their own toxic products.

"I believe SKINCARE SHOULD BE SIMPLE & NATURAL. Let’s go back to what humans used originally: OIL."

So this is our gift to you: Years of experience and research to create the HIGHEST QUALITY, MOST CONCENTRATED, ANTI AGING ELIXIR that will change your skin forever. It is affordable, yet powerfully concentrated with everything the skin craves,

ALL IN ONE BOTTLE.

SOCO SYMPHONY ANTI AGING ELIXIR.

Directions: Use 1-2 pumps of Symphony moisturizer over face & neck. Twice daily for extraordinary results. Great for oily and dry skin alike. Use this oil in place of cream, serum & eye cream. Does not leave skin oily or make skin orange- it absorbs & is transparent on the skin. Allow 10 minutes for absorption before applying makeup.

Ingredients: Organic Jojoba Oil, Organic Argan Oil, Red Raspberry Seed Oil, Organic Rosehip Seed Oil, Organic Avocado Oil, Organic Sea Buckthorn Oil, Organic Pomegranate Seed Oil,Organic Sunflower Oil, Organic Castor Oil, Vitamin E, Organic Neroli Essential Oil, Organic Organic Chamomile Essential Oil, CoQ10 (Ubiquinone), Organic Essential Oil Blend, Organic Ylang Ylang Essential Oil, Organic Comfrey Herbal Oil

• WHAT IT IS: All in one essential oil moisturizer & serum, eliminating the need for creams, serums and eye cream. Contains skin superfoods: Sea Buckthorn, Argan, Rosehip, Jojoba, Neroli, & collagen boosting CoQ10. Contains naturally UV protecting oils including Red Raspberry Seed Oil and Pomegranate which has clinical evidence to reduce sunspots. High in Vitamin C, A & E.

• CONCENTRATED: The highest amounts of the most effective organic skincare ingredients including antioxidant oils, essential oils & botanical extracts. This anti aging facial serum is not diluted with any carrier oil. It is a rich, orange color because of the high concentration of skin care superstars Sea Buckthorn and Rosehip Oil. Most other face oils out there are a watery yellow color- this is because they dilute the important ingredients with cheap, clear colored oils.

• EFFECTIVE: Results within 2 weeks of use. High in Vitamins A, C, E, essential fatty acids and antioxidants. Organic ingredients clinically proven to reduce wrinkles, dry skin, fine lines, dark sun spots, heal scars, regenerate the skin, are anti-inflammatory & fight acne.

• WHY US: We are a boutique botanical skincare company located in Austin, Texas. Our oils are made in small batches to preserve freshness. Handmade in the USA.

• 100% GUARANTEE: There is absolutely no risk to you when you order this product. If you are not completely satisfied, simply contact us and we will give you a full refund, no questions asked. Our #1 priority is to make sure our customers are completely happy.

We know you will LOVE your Symphony Anti Aging Elixir or your money back!

How to Use SOCO Symphony

Scarlett Olson, Founder of SOCO Botanicals

This is the best serum I've ever purchased, and I highly recommend it if you have dry skin. Wouldn’t be without it!! My skin is becoming drier as I age and effective moisturizers are hard to find. This serum absorbs extremely well into my dry skin and keeps my face feeling nice and moisturized, not oily. I use it twice daily and always have a backup so I don't run out! If you need moisture to keep you glowing, this one's for you!!!

- Brennie

Try SOCO Organic Anti Aging Oil Serum, you’ll love it! The SOCO Organic Anti Aging Oil Serum is a fantastic product! The oil penetrates very quickly, hydrates and retexurizes face and neck.It truly is the only product needed. I’m more than satisfied with it and have recommended it to many friends all of which are equally pleased! I’m on my third bottle and will continue to purchase it.

- Sue

A wonderful moisturizer! I was initially skeptical about using an oil for a facial moisturizer, but decided to try it: the reviews were favorable and I am a big fan of essential oils. What a wonderful surprise! I have been using the product for two months and love it. The oil absorbs quickly with no greasy feeling and has made my skin soft, and younger feeling and looking. I now recommend this to friends, family and coworkers. Thank you for such a healthy and effective product.

- Karen

Fantastic Product! This serum is a true game changer. I love the scent and consistency. My skin literally drinks this stuff in. I love it so much I wake up and look forward to using it. My skin has a rosy glow and my fine lines and discoloration are improving. I highly recommend and will keep this product in my routine forever!

- Melrose

SOCO Botanicals has been featured in Austin Monthly Magazine, Tribeza Magazine, Austin Beauty Guide, San Antonio Tidbits, Holistic Parenting Magazine, and SOCO Symphony Face Oil Serum was listed as one of "5 Skincare Products That Can Change Your Life" in Bustle.com.