The Skincare Reset: Why Oil Cleansing, Purging & Nature Changed Everything

Before diving into skincare tips, I want to start with a full heart and a simple, honest thank you. 🤍

The response to last week’s first blog post floored me. The comments, DMs, shares, and support from the growing Tallow&Honey community reminded me exactly why I started this in the first place. Whether you’re a customer, a follower, or someone just exploring what natural skincare even is—I’m so grateful you’re here.

This brand was born out of years of trial, error, and skin struggles that made me feel completely hopeless. And now, getting to share what I’ve learned—and offer products that actually help—is the kind of full-circle healing I never imagined.

The Skincare Shift That Transformed Everything: Oil Cleansing

Switching to oil cleansing changed everything.

I was skeptical. We’re taught to fear oil. But once I began massaging nutrient-rich oils into my skin instead of scrubbing it raw, I saw real change. Less dryness, less redness, and fewer breakouts.

Oil cleansing doesn’t strip—it nourishes while removing dirt, makeup, and sebum. The result? A healthy skin barrier and a calmer, more hydrated complexion. ✨

The Tallow&Honey Ritual That Healed My Skin

That shift led me to create Tallow&Honey’s original 3-step skincare routine—built around supporting the skin barrier and working with your body, not against it.

💛 “Honey I’m Cleansed”

Our gentle oil cleanser made with:

• Grass-fed tallow

• Raw, unpasteurized honey

• Coconut oil, castor oil, chamomile essential oil

It breaks down makeup and build-up while calming inflamed, sensitive skin.

Tallow&Honey's "Honey I'm Cleansed"

💧 “Honey I’m Toned”

A floral, balancing toner made with:

• Rose water

• Fractionated coconut oil

• Raw honey + rose essential oil

This step restores pH, reduces redness, and preps your skin for moisture.

Tallow&Honey's "Honey I'm Toned" Face Toner

🌸 “Honey I’m Glowing”

Our best-selling whipped balm—deeply healing and glow-giving:

• Grass-fed tallow, jojoba, castor oil

• Cocoa butter, sea buckthorn, rosehip seed oil

• Aloe vera & lavender essential oil

• Raw, unpasteurized honey

Anti-inflammatory. Antioxidant-rich. Skin barrier magic. And yes—all organic. 🌼

Together, these products create a non-toxic, restorative ritual that’s safe for even the most sensitive skin.

Tallow&Honey's "Honey I'm Glowing" Face Cream

The Purging Phase: What No One Tells You

Let’s get real: when you switch to natural skincare, your skin might freak out first.

This is called purging—and it’s normal. Natural products don’t just mask symptoms, they detox and support regeneration. That process can bring buried breakouts, congestion, and irritation to the surface.

⏳ How long does purging last?

It depends on:

• Lifestyle

• Diet

• Gut health

• Hormone balance

• And how long you’ve used synthetic skincare

For some, it’s a week. For others, it may take a month or more. But this isn’t your skin failing—it’s functioning.

How to Support Your Skin From Within (& Shorten the Purge)

Skincare is just one part of the healing puzzle. What you feed your body—and how you care for it—matters just as much.

💧 1. Hydrate with Intention

Not all water is equal. Tap water often contains fluoride and chlorine. Instead:

• Drink filtered, mineral-rich water

• Start the day with lemon water 🍋

• Sip green teas like matcha, nettle, or sencha for antioxidants

Hydration flushes toxins and keeps your skin supple.

🥗 2. Eat to Heal, Not Just to Feel Full

Your skin is a reflection of your gut. Fuel it well.

❌ Avoid: Refined sugar, processed foods, and seed oils

✅ Embrace:

• Organic fruits & veggies

• Fermented foods for gut balance

• Healthy fats like ghee, olive, coconut, or tallow

Whole foods work with your products for deeper healing.

☀️ 3. Catch Early Morning Sunlight

Get 5–10 mins of gentle sunlight between 7–9am:

• Boosts Vitamin D (for skin immunity)

• Balances hormones & reduces inflammation

• Regulates stress and sleep

Morning sun is a free skincare tool—use it. 🌞

💄 4. Minimize Makeup (Just for Now)

I get it—it’s tough to skip makeup during a breakout. But giving your skin space to breathe makes a difference.

During my own purge, I wore only brow gel and mascara—avoiding foundation altogether. As we say at Tallow&Honey: less is more. 🤎

Why This Matters to Me—and to Tallow&Honey

I don’t believe in miracle cures.I believe in consistency. Simplicity. Nature.I believe in working with your body, not against it. And I believe that healing your skin is about more than how you look—it’s about how you feel.

Every balm and formula I create is rooted in that belief.

So if you’re going through a purge, or just feeling lost in your skincare journey—you’re not alone. And healing is possible.

Want to try the exact ritual that helped heal my skin?

👇 Begin with our 3-step face care trio:

🧼 “Honey I’m Cleansed”

🌸 “Honey I’m Toned”

💛 “Honey I’m Glowing”

🛒 Use code MAKETHESWITCH for 15% off your order.

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💬 Let’s Talk:

• Have you tried oil cleansing?

• What’s your biggest fear or question about it?

• What does your current skincare routine look like?

Drop your thoughts in the comments—I'd love to hear from you 🌿