The skin works as both part of the excretory system, eliminating toxins, and part of the integumentary system, protecting the body from outside dirt and debris. This means that it takes a beating from both inside and out, trying to keep us balanced and healthy. To aid the skin in its battle, it is best to use a facial cleanser both morning and evening. With so many options available, it is difficult for a consumer to learn exactly what is needed in a cleanser.

Oil dissolves oil and like dissolves like. It’s impossible to remove grease residue from dishes by dipping them in water, and the same is true with our skin. Our skin has a lipid layer, which is mainly composed of healthy oils our skin creates for us. To clean our overly oily or dirty skin, we need a product with some healthy oils of its own.

The ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians all applied plant oils directly to the skin and then scraped it off. Romans had a variety of different size and shaped scrapers, called sigils, for removing oil from various parts of the body. Olive oil was most popular for the Greeks and Romans, but today we have a larger variety of skin care ingredients readily available.

Healthy oils like coconut and jojoba help to wash away dirt and dead skin cells, while replenishing the nutrients and oils our skin needs. These natural oils help to pull toxins and debris from the pores to prevent acne and give the skin a fresh, clean feeling.

Dish soap works for dishes and a professional facial cleanser works for our skin. For the best results, turn to an organic, professionally crafted cleanser to remove trapped dirt and debris from pores. Ancient civilization may have started the cleansing trend, and oils from the kitchen cabinet may do the job, but nothing beats a product that was carefully designed to meet the needs of even the most sensitive skin.

The Oil Aloe Cleanser, crafted by Natural Way, is a calming and moisturizing product that is perfect for all skin types. This gentle cleanser is made from deeply hydrating coconut oil, soothing aloe, healing calendula, antioxidant-rich grape seed extract and nourishing vitamin E. It is able to clean pores deeply to help prevent the buildup of debris that both damages the skin and causes acne conditions, while leaving skin soft, supple, and hydrated.

Natural Way Wellness Spa handcrafts its private label skin care products to the highest standards and only uses all-natural, organic ingredients.

Lily Gabriel is the owner and operator of Natural Way Wellness Spa and Yoga, 526 N. 4th Ave., Tucson. For more information, call 520-882-8828 or visit NaturalWayWellnessSpa.com.