Natural cleansers can come in many shapes, sizes, and types. Each variety is used for a different purpose and may implement different natural ingredients to meet various consumer needs. Some kinds of natural cleanser contain fruit extracts, sugar, or natural oils.
One type of natural cleanser uses natural exfoliants to scrub away dead skin cells on the face or body. Sugar is one example of a natural exfoliant, and it can be found in a variety of products. To get the best results from an exfoliating wash, it is important that the right kind is purchased. In other words, only use a natural cleanser made for the face on the face. Exfoliants made for the body may contain larger and more coarse scrubbers which are too harsh for the sensitive skin on the face and neck.
Herbs, fruit, and vegetables may also help create natural cleansers. Many plants have natural medicinal and therapeutic properties which may help alleviate a variety of skin issues. For example, cucumber helps reduce swelling and inflammation. This makes it perfect for under-eye circles and for soothing irritated skin. Other ingredients may contain antibacterial properties, making them perfect for use in an acne cleanser.
A natural cleanser may also be available for those with sensitive skin. This variety may use very gentle healing herbs along with purified water to help prevent irritation and redness. For this variety, using true all-natural ingredients is the key to effectiveness, as many artificial ingredients can make skin troubles worse.
When looking for a natural cleanser, the first place to look is at the local health food store. Often these locations will carry a wide variety of natural cleansers for nearly every skin type. Even so, it is still a good idea to check labels very carefully to be sure an “all-natural” product is actually made from natural ingredients. Not only can a misleading title lead consumers to buy products that aren’t as healthy for them as they think, the all-natural label may make them more expensive even if they are not really derived from entirely natural sources.
As with any cleanser, all-natural cleansers may cause skin irritation in some people. Therefore, it is important to pay close attention to ingredients as well as the skin reaction to avoid serious reactions.
