Taking off the oils and dirt from your face every day is essential for keeping your skin healthy. But many commercial facial cleansers can be too harsh, leading to dryness. By using a gentle, natural soap and some essential oils, you can create a simple foaming soap cleanser that keeps your skin looking fresh.

Ingredients
– 1 cup distilled or filtered water
– ¼ cup Dr. Bronner’s Unscented Liquid Castile Soap
– 2 tbsp Argan Oil, Fractionated Coconut Oil, or Sweet Almond Oil
– 15 drops sandalwood essential oil
– 15 drops frankincense essential oil
– 1 Foaming Soap Pump

Essential Oils to Use
You can mix and match different essential oils for your foaming soap. I chose sandalwood and frankincense for their anti-aging benefits. Here are some other options to consider:

– Lavender: Heals skin irritations and works well for all skin types, especially stressed skin.
– Geranium: Balances oil production, conditions skin, and suits all skin types.
– Basil: Soothes insect bites and is great for sensitive skin.
– Frankincense: Improves elasticity, regenerates skin cells, helps with pigmentation, and tones and tightens skin.
– Ylang Ylang: Treats oily or acne-prone skin and stimulates cell growth to combat aging.
– Lemongrass: Reduces acne and large pores, enhancing your skin’s glow.
– Sandalwood: Shrinks pores, evens skin texture, and prevents sagging and aging skin.
– Tea Tree: Excellent for acne and oily skin.
– Clary Sage: Fights signs of aging, reduces puffiness, and regulates oil production for both dry and oily skin.

Foaming Soap Dispenser
To make foaming soap, you’ll need a special dispenser with two chambers: one for soap and one that pumps air into the unit. These dispensers are easy to find online and in stores. They help you use less soap, which is more economical, especially when using organic Castile soap.

Making the Foaming Cleanser
1. Fill your dispenser about a quarter of the way with liquid Castile soap and your chosen carrier oil.
2. Add the essential oils you’ve selected.
3. Top it off with water.
4. Insert the pump and gently shake to mix.

You only need a pump or two to wash your face. The soap should feel silky smooth, leaving your skin feeling the same.

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