We advocate ‘oil cleansing’ with our natural facecare products, which essentially/arguably means ‘doing less’ while still cleaning the skin gently and effectively. There is less provocation or irritation of the delicate structure of the skin using this method than there may be when using traditional face washes.

In short, our Yellow Gold Cleasing Balm doesn’t froth or foam up, and doesn’t emulsify either… So how does it work and how do you use it?

Here’s your comprehensive guide…

How much & how to apply?
Just half-a-pea-sized amount of the Yellow Gold Cleansing Balm, made with turmeric (yes, that’s why it’s yellow; we never fake our colours!), tea, tea tree & meadowfoam), melts into the skin with your fingertips. You could choose to use a spoon or spatula (see our pack of 5 mini birch wood spoons) to retrieve the balm from the jar if you prefer.

Massage the Yellow Gold Cleansing Balm into your skin carefully but firmly (in circles) so that it mixes with your make up and natural sebum, picking up impurities and dirt and lifting them to be easily removed all as one – the oil in the balm will collect any excess oil on your skin, since like attracts like.

The turmeric (along with the shea butter) provides some textural interest to the formulation, creating tiny suspended particles within the smoothness of the balm, which add a low factor of exfoliation. This is helpful for cell turnover and renewal, further boosting facial glow, without being a full on ‘scrub’ like our Rose Face Buff.

(You can read more about our ingredients here: What’s in Leafology?)

Once it’s well massaged-in, you can remove it to complete the cleansing process with:

• a damp cotton pad, or
• a warm, dedicated face cloth (for a steamier, more spa-like affair; I recommend using one which you don’t mind turning yellow from the turmeric, though don’t worry, your skin won’t be stained at all!), or
• simply water alone.

…It’s your choice, and each way works!

There’s no emulsifier in the balm, which means your skin won’t be stripped of its natural moisture, in turn meaning it nourishes rather than dries out your skin.

Then what?
I personally recommend following with a toner (our Organic Rose Toner is ideal; gentle enough for very sensitive skin, yet further draws out impurities while ‘closing’ the now-clean pores!), for the final finish and to check that it’s all fully removed (and because I love how refreshing it is), but it’s your skin, your rules!

Natural plant ingredients + pleasurable scents & textures + simple routines = Leafology magic.

How often should I use it?
Use the Yellow Gold Cleansing Balm daily or occasionally, morning, night or both; it’s up to you. If you wear make up, using it in the evening will assist in removing it (along with any dirt from the day), ensuring you sleep with a clean and clear face. (But for removing make up from the delicate eye area, I recommend our Eye & Lip Make Up Remover which is unfragranced, simple and gentle enough to confidently apply over the very thin skin of eyelids and eyelashes.)

Who is it most suitable for?
While suitable for all, the Yellow Gold Cleansing Balm is particularly helpful for skin which is oily or acne-prone, with natural tea tree, non-pore-blocking oils and anti-inflammatory turmeric.

What do other people say about it?
Here’s one review of the Yellow Gold Cleansing Balm:

‘This stuff is incredible and I am amazed! I was a bit dubious about using a solid oil cleanser that doesn’t contain an emulsifier (for easy rinsing) but it doesn’t need it… I massage this stuff into my makeup’y face and take it off with a warm flannel. It removes every scrap of makeup and leaves skin soft and supple. It does a better job in one sweep than a double cleanse with established expensive ‘high end’ cleansers. So not only is this more efficient at cleaning, but it is also better on the pocket. I wish it came in a bigger tub size. Combined with my evening ‘face food’ my skin is literally glowing, blemish free, and my wrinkles don’t seem so bad either! I am literally astonished every morning upon seeing my reflection in the mirror!’ ~ Julia

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