Why Does My Cleansing Oil Feel Too Thin or Too Thick? Understanding Oil Textures

Not all oils are created equal. If you’ve ever felt like your Glowtox Cleansing Oil is too thin or too thick, you’re not alone. Here’s what you need to know about cleansing oil textures and why yours might behave differently depending on how you use it and your skin’s needs.

Why Texture Matters: The viscosity (thickness) of a cleansing oil affects how it spreads, how well it breaks down makeup and SPF, and how it emulsifies with water. A thinner oil may feel more lightweight and easier to rinse, while a thicker oil can offer more cushion for dry or sensitive skin.

Environmental Factors: Your environment plays a role — oils can feel thinner in warmer climates and thicker in colder ones.

How to Use for Best Results:

• Dispense 2-7 pumps into dry hands.

• Apply to dry face and massage gently for 30–60 seconds.

• Wet hands with warm water and continue massaging to emulsify.

• Rinse thoroughly.

If your oil feels too thin and squirts from your hands, try dispensing it into cupped hands and applying it in smaller sections. If it feels too thick, warm it slightly between your fingers before applying.

Pro tip: Be sure to shake your product before use! This helps to mix the different ingredients, causing a more uniform experience for each use. 

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Layering Glowtox Products: Achieve Optimal Skin Benefits

Proper layering of skincare products enhances their effectiveness. Here's a recommended routine incorporating Glowtox products:

1. 1st Cleanse: Start with Glowtox Cleansing Oil to remove makeup and impurities.

2. 2nd Cleanse: A second cleanse is recommended in the evenings for a deeper clean. 

3. Toner: Apply a hydrating toner to balance skin pH.

4. Serum: Use targeted treatments for specific concerns.

5. Moisturizer: Lock in hydration with a suitable moisturizer.

6. Glowtox Dry Oil: Seal in moisture and provide antioxidant benefits.

7. Sunscreen (AM Routine): Protect your skin from UV damage.

Allow each product to absorb fully before applying the next to prevent pilling and ensure maximum efficacy.

Pro tip: Only use 1-3 drops of the Glowtox Dry Oil and pat into the skin. 

Understanding Skin Purging vs. Breakouts.

Introducing new skincare products can sometimes lead to skin purging or breakouts. When your skin flares up, it’s hard to know whether to stick with a product or toss it. It's essential to distinguish between the two:

Purging vs. Breaking Out:

• Skin Purging: A temporary increase in breakouts due to accelerated skin cell turnover, often occurring when using products with active ingredients. In simpler terms, purging is everything that was stuck under the skin that has now been brought to the service of the skin after your treatment. Purging usually subsides within 5-7 days from your last treatment.

• Breakouts: New blemishes caused by irritation or clogged pores from comedogenic ingredients. Breakouts from reactions often include irritation, redness, or big pustules in unusual areas.

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Our Glowtox products are formulated with non-comedogenic oils like Grapeseed and Jojoba, minimizing the risk of pore blockage. However, individual reactions can vary.

Tips:

• Introduce new products gradually, especially with oil-based or exfoliating products.

• Perform a patch test before full application on your jawline or neck before full-face use.

• Consult with a skincare professional if uncertain.

• Stop use if breakouts worsen after 2–3 weeks.

Other Factors:

• Hormonal shifts, diet, and product combinations can all play a role.

Pro Tip: This one gets me every time! Why I always introduce 4 products at the same time is beyond me, as I am always struggling to figure out which one is causing me to break out! If you are sensitive like me, perhaps try introducing just 1 product at a time, starting with the neck area, and after a couple of days, introduce it to your full face routine. 

Also, a little bit goes a long way! Don’t use too much, and always be sure you are applying the product in the correct order of your routine (remember, thinnest to thickest!)