First rule of thumb - you want to make sure that none of the oils included in the oil blend are non-comedogenic.
]]>I've had a lot of people come to me with this question or with concerns about using the same oil for body, face, and hair. Is it safe to use the same oil for your face as you do for your body? ABSOLUTELY! My recommendation: READ THE INGREDIENTS.
First rule of thumb - you want to make sure that all of the oils included in the oil blend are non-comedogenic. That means that the skincare product is specially formulated so it does not cause blocked pores.
Second - check that the blend consists of oils that have different absorption rates. If the blend consists of more than 4 types of oils there is usually a reason for this. Each oil does something specific for the skin, resulting in an all purpose blend that is safe and convenient to add to any face, body, or hair care routine.
The ingredients in Helen Rose Skincare Deep Moisture Skin and Hair oil are as follows:
Apricot Oil: Smooths fine lines, wrinkles and blemishes, rich in essential fatty acids
Avocado Oil: Improves elasticity of skin and enhances wound healing, replenishes and calms dry itchy skin, shields skin from ultra-violet rays
Sunflower Oil: Anti-inflammatory, protects skin from bacteria and germs
Jojoba Oil: Anti-inflammatory properties, eases effects of eczema, anti-microbial and anti-bacterial, seals skin with a protective barrier
Babassu Oil: Used as an alternative to coconut oil, fights acne and heals related acne scarring, natural anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties, relieves itchy skin irritations caused by eczema and psoriasis.
Pracaxi Oil: Used for treatment of hyper-pigmentation and scars, improves appearance of stretch marks, strong anti-bacterial properties, anti-parasitic, brightens dull hair and eases detangling process
Copaiba Oil: Powerful antioxidant, calms and soothes the nervous system similar to CBD but is NOT a cannabinoid.
Each oil was chosen for its unique healing components and absorption rate. This results in a deeply moisturizing blend that absorbs practically instantly and never leaves greasy residue.
The next few blog posts will be a deep dive into each essential oil that we use to scent our deep moisture blend. From rose absolute to lemongrass to vetiver - each essential oil was chosen not only for cosmetic healing properties, but also for mental wellness support.
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The thing that bothered me the most is that the website did not describe what the scent of the butter would be. It just said "naturally scented" so I was forced to just hope that the scent would be faint or at least agreeable. That leads me to my next question: Why is it so hard to find quality natural skincare products that offer UNSCENTED options?
Helen Rose Skincare makes it our priority to offer a full lineup of unscented options. We know that people looking for natural skincare often times have very sensitive skin that can be irritated by synthetic AND natural scents. We also know that scents are emotional and can be triggering, so offering unscented options is essential. Sensitivity to scent is REAL and we completely understand.
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]]>Currently as our business grows, the Portland store is open Friday thru Sunday. Pickup times are as follows:
NOTE - At this time we cannot accommodate special requests.
Typically processing time for a local pickup purchase is 2 - 4 business days. You will receive an email notification when your order is ready to be picked up. A scheduling link will be included in the email.
NOTE - Please do not schedule your pickup UNTIL AFTER you have received your notification.
Schedule your pickup using the link provided in the notification email. If you make a purchase on Friday, Saturday or Sunday, your order may not be ready for pickup until the following weekend.
Please arrive one time within the 15 minute window of your pickup time. The pickup appointments are staggered every 15 min to reduce the number of people in the store at a time. This is especially important on Saturday's and sale days.
Come in to the store and let us know your are there for a pickup and we will retrieve your order from the staging shelf.
In the event that you do not pickup your order within TWO FULL WEEKS from the first available time slot after notification, your item(s) will be restocked.
For example, if you ordered on Monday and it was ready on Wednesday you have 2 weeks from that Friday to schedule and pickup your order. During that time period you will receive ONE reminder email and ONE restock notification email.
You will receive an restocking notification email asking if you would like your purchase refunded or placed on a Helen Rose Skincare gift card. I if item is discontinued, on clearance or out of season you will be issued a gift card.
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We were able to source cold packs to prevent the butters from melting in VERY HOT weather conditions.
FAQ's
Q: At what temperature is the butter in danger of melting?
A: Our Cupuacu and Cocoa Butter blends will begin to melt at a consistent temperature over 90 to 95 degrees. If kept in direct sunlight over 90 degrees for more than 2 - 4 hours, depending on the size of the container, the butter will melt completely and re-solidify when brought below a room temperature of 80 degrees.
Q: What can I do to keep my butter from melting in VERY HOT weather conditions?
A: My best advice is be mindful of leaving your butter container in conditions were it is likely to melt.
Q: Can I still use my butter if it melted and re-solidified?
A: YES! The butter still has all of the original healing properties. The only thing that has changed is the whipped texture and the volume.
Q: Can I enjoy Cupuacu Whip Moisture Butter if I live in a hot climate?
A: YES! I traveled with my butter to Florida when it was an average of 85 to 95 degrees outside. The trick is to pack your butter in a box and then inside of your suitcase. When traveling to the beach, pack your butter in a cooler and head on out.
]]>The answer is simple – I couldn’t find what I was looking for. I have very dry skin all over my body including my face. I’ve always had to use a combination of body oil, followed by lotion, followed by Vaseline in order to not be chalky ashy. I also needed relief for my daughter (who was 5 at the time), because she was also suffering from severely dry and sensitive skin all over her body. She had patches of eczema between her legs and behind her knees. She was constantly scratching. Nothing in the grocery store worked so I decided to turn to the online dry skin community for answers.
I found a myriad of brands to choose from. As an African American woman I always seek to support Black owned and Woman owned companies so that gave me a bit of direction. I knew I needed rich body butter with a blend of oils that would nourish and heal the skin. I found the ingredients I wanted but in a cream heavy with fillers that made me wonder how much of the actual natural butter and oil I was really getting.
Then I found what I thought was the Holy Grail of body butters. It had the triple butter blend I was looking for, it had the oil blend I was looking for, and essential oils too! But it only came in one STRONG scent that proved to be not acceptable in my non-scent government workplace.
When I did find something that was close, I couldn’t afford it. I’m not saying it wasn’t worth the price, I just couldn’t afford it. So what to do, what to do???
Then I thought what would my mom do? When she couldn’t find hair grease that worked for my waist length, 4b textured hair she MADE HER OWN. Yup, in 1988 Helen Rose was pressing out this 7 year olds hair with HOMEMADE pressing oil and everyone wanted to know her secret.
So I got back online. I started researching natural skin butters starting with Shea and Cocoa butter. One of the brands I really liked also used Mango butter so I researched that too. I researched Jojoba, Argan, Coconut, Apricot, Babassu, Tamanu, Sweet Almond and so many other natural carrier oils. I researched essential oils such as Melaleuca (Tea Tree), Frankincense, Rose, Eucalyptus and Lavender. I came up with a blend that moisturized like a champ with a soft scent that didn’t linger.
Within 2 weeks my daughter’s skin was healed! I made four 8 oz. jars just for me and my family to use. I also made a 24 oz. jar of my oil blend to use on our skin and hair. I was so surprised that the oil and the butter worked well for both me and my younger daughter’s very dry skin and also my older daughter’s mildly dry to combination skin. The oil worked on our face, body, scalp and hair!
So this is where the story gets good. I never intended to sell the oil or butter at all. As I started gaining followers on my nonprofit Instagram page (Om Thrive) I would get DM’s from people asking me about my skincare routine. I never wear makeup in any of the photos or videos that I post and I don’t use filters so you can really see, UP CLOSE, the condition of my skin.
One day a girlfriend of mine asked me for a sample of the oil that I use on my face. I gave her a little 1 oz. bottle and she loved it! I shared a little pot of my body butter with a coworker and she loved it! Now the ideas started brewing for real. When I ran out of that batch I decided to post photos of the next batch being made on my Facebook. And that, my dear dear friends, was definitely “that on that.”
Helen Rose Skincare Co. is lovingly named after my dearly departed mother, Helen Rose Sherrod Bibb. She was my best friend and I long to see her again in the New World. Until then Mommy, this is for you!
Love Daynelle
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