Shea Terra

[Dots]

I've had that happen to me and it's kind of strange to deal with.  The last thing I want to do is fill up my pores with makeup and gunk them all up again so what I've done is use a cold water splash or run my face under cold water in the shower a bit to close up the pores a little and maybe use a mild toner or acne lotion that is specifically for clearing up pores and problem skin.  It didn't leave my face with all empty pores, but a few here and there, other pores were cleaned out and closed up.  There are some pore tightening products that I'd like to try, but I think once some of your pores are stretched out a bit, they'll most likely never be fully small again, I hope I'm wrong and can find something that will help close up pores for good and make them as small as possible.  Maybe a few of our pores are stretched from repeated blemishes in the same area and or problems trying to extract the problem areas?  Pore strips seemed to do similar things to me sometimes on a few pores.  I've used lavender essential oil a few drops either straight (very strong smelling but it works) or mixed with water as a spritz, lavender is really healing and that seemed to help too.  Good luck and please let us know if you find something that works great! Has anyone tried the liquid Black Soap from Shea Terra with Lemongrass?  I'm wondering if that helps with the smell, sometimes it's fine for me but other times it's a little overwhelming.  I've mixed lavender oil, 1 or 2 drops into the amount in my hand to help with the overpowering smell when I'm sensitive to it.  It's worth it though even straight up, the Rose Hips version, because it's a miracle product.  I like that it tingles.  It's supposedly actually the ash that is exfoliating and deep cleaning and the tingle means it works to me.  I don't have sensitive skin, though.  Many of my creams or serums with Vitamin C tingle too, so using one of those right after the mask/soap wouldn't be a good idea because both together would be extra tingly and possibly too much for sensitive skin or even me, that's a lot of tingle!

Thank you for the amazingly detailed response. I have still been using my Acne Toner and Lotion but maybe I will also use the lotion on my nose, too. I guess itNs better to have larger pores that are clean, right? /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

When I first started using it, I did notice a bit of that, especially around my nose where I had blackheads and major clogged pores. But when I kept using it every couple of days, my pores stayed clean and appeared much smaller.

That's exactly where I am noticing it, on my nose. I wonder if it's okay that I am using it every day for five minutes? I have sensitive skin but it seems to handling it alright. I know some people feel something when they put it on their skin...I don't feel anything different when I have it on, but think I see a diff.

 

[Dalylah]

Originally Posted by Dots /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Then you are REALLY going to want to try the Premium Dark Chocolate Exfoliator...it smells amazing and it made my skin really soft, too!!

That stuff smells freakin amazing. It's such a real chocolate smell.

As far as the black soap, I find I can't use more than twice a week. Frequently I think makeup junkies (myself included) go overboard using too many products. After I use this I wait at least half hour to put on lotion and it goes on fine. The black soap is very strong so leaving a resting period gives your skin a moment to breathe before you go smothering it again. I used a toner after it once and it left my face with a burnt feeling for many hours. It was just too many strong products. So if you are having sensitivity to the black soap I encourage you to try letting your face rest between that and your lotion.

 

[Dots]

That stuff smells freakin amazing. It's such a real chocolate smell. As far as the black soap, I find I can't use more than twice a week. Frequently I think makeup junkies (myself included) go overboard using too many products. After I use this I wait at least half hour to put on lotion and it goes on fine. The black soap is very strong so leaving a resting period gives your skin a moment to breathe before you go smothering it again. I used a toner after it once and it left my face with a burnt feeling for many hours. It was just too many strong products. So if you are having sensitivity to the black soap I encourage you to try letting your face rest between that and your lotion.

No sensitivity so far (knock on wood)...I even put a toner on it after and it's been fine. As far as the chocolate...I asked Shea Terra if they would consider making a whipped butter that smells like it and they said the smell comes from raw chocolate so they wouldn't be able to capture it in the shea butter, otherwise, we would basically be covered in chocolate. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[calexxia]

Originally Posted by Dots /img/forum/go_quote.gif
As far as the chocolate...I asked Shea Terra if they would consider making a whipped butter that smells like it and they said the smell comes from raw chocolate so they wouldn't be able to capture it in the shea butter, otherwise, we would basically be covered in chocolate.

Trying to figure out why that's a bad thing.....

 

[Dots]

Trying to figure out why that's a bad thing.....

Agreed.

 

[Dalylah]

Originally Posted by Dots /img/forum/go_quote.gif
As far as the chocolate...I asked Shea Terra if they would consider making a whipped butter that smells like it and they said the smell comes from raw chocolate so they wouldn't be able to capture it in the shea butter, otherwise, we would basically be covered in chocolate.

I don't have a problem with that...

 

[yousoldtheworld]

Quote: Originally Posted by yousoldtheworld /img/forum/go_quote.gif
When I first started using it, I did notice a bit of that, especially around my nose where I had blackheads and major clogged pores. But when I kept using it every couple of days, my pores stayed clean and appeared much smaller.
That's exactly where I am noticing it, on my nose. I wonder if it's okay that I am using it every day for five minutes? I have sensitive skin but it seems to handling it alright. I know some people feel something when they put it on their skin...I don't feel anything different when I have it on, but think I see a diff.


If you're not having issues, it's absolutely fine! I know lots of people use it daily. Your skin would let you know if it was too much /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[lovepink]

I'm new to the whole Shea Terra thing! I was lucky enough to get a sample of the black soap!  used it last night.  Did it as a mask (following directions on bottle) noticed the smoky smell and husband was afraid of me.  For those of you who do not use it every day do you just cleanse with your regular cleanser on other days?  My skin felt some tightness (?) while the product which was drying which I assume is normal.

After I washed it off there was some mild tingling but not uncomfortable and no redness.  I am wondering can some people use it daily or is it a once in while type of thing?  I'm trying to do some interwebs research.

 

[Dalylah]

I can't use it daily but I use it like twice a week and it has helped my skin a lot. I know some of the other girls use it daily as a cleanser. I think it depends on your skin's sensitivity.

 

[lovepink]

Thanks!  I was also on the Shea Terra website and read that you are supposed to put it on for 5 min, rinse put it on for 5 more and rinse again!  That is so not what I did!  Ooops!  I did like the way it made my skin feel.

Originally Posted by Dalylah /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I can't use it daily but I use it like twice a week and it has helped my skin a lot. I know some of the other girls use it daily as a cleanser. I think it depends on your skin's sensitivity.

 

[OiiO]

You girls are terrible enablers! I was going for no-buy this month, but I'm trying to justify this one with the fact that it's my bday on Sunday.

I'll place my order tomorrow, too tired tonight /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> 

 

[lovepink]

Happy early Birthday!  It's soo worth it!  Make sure to search for coupon codes though.  They regularly have them!  Every bit saved helps! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Originally Posted by OiiO /img/forum/go_quote.gif

You girls are terrible enablers! I was going for no-buy this month, but I'm trying to justify this one with the fact that it's my bday on Sunday.

I'll place my order tomorrow, too tired tonight /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> 

 

[zadidoll]

Originally Posted by OiiO /img/forum/go_quote.gif

You girls are terrible enablers! I was going for no-buy this month, but I'm trying to justify this one with the fact that it's my bday on Sunday.

I'll place my order tomorrow, too tired tonight /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> 

Happy Birthday fellow Virgo baby! I hope it's a wonderful day.

 

[Dalylah]

Originally Posted by OiiO /img/forum/go_quote.gif

You girls are terrible enablers! I was going for no-buy this month, but I'm trying to justify this one with the fact that it's my bday on Sunday.

I'll place my order tomorrow, too tired tonight /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> 

Happy early birthday! Shea Terra is totally worth it, don't worry.

 

[Jess Bailey]

fellow Virgo here who also justified the Shea Terra purchase with the "but it's for my birthday" excuse.

i have super oily, acne prone skin and have been using the black soap 5 nights a week, only using my regular cleanser on the nights when i do a mask.  i haven't had any issues with irritation or drying, but my skin isn't sensitive at all.  

i read a review on Amazon that said to put it on dry skin for 10min then rinse. i have been splashing a bit of water on to my face, then patting some of it off before applying.  i do let it sit like a mask for 10min and then wash off.  been doing that for 3 weeks.

i also ordered the gingered pumpkin shea butter.  I WANT TO EAT IT UP!

the discount code for September is Sept2012 and the shipping was super fast.

happy birthday and enjoy!

 

[Dalisay]

So glad they have a 30% off code every month. I ran out of the black soap cleanser and I couldn't resist re-purchasing. I think I read in the post somewhere not to use it with the clairsonic... I used it with it and my skin looks wonderful. I think as long as your gently using the clairsonic, only enough for a light vibration, it should be fine. But who knows, everyone's skin is different. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[styleitso]

Originally Posted by Dalylah /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Quote: Originally Posted by Dots /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Then you are REALLY going to want to try the Premium Dark Chocolate Exfoliator...it smells amazing and it made my skin really soft, too!!
That stuff smells freakin amazing. It's such a real chocolate smell.

As far as the black soap, I find I can't use more than twice a week. Frequently I think makeup junkies (myself included) go overboard using too many products. After I use this I wait at least half hour to put on lotion and it goes on fine. The black soap is very strong so leaving a resting period gives your skin a moment to breathe before you go smothering it again. I used a toner after it once and it left my face with a burnt feeling for many hours. It was just too many strong products. So if you are having sensitivity to the black soap I encourage you to try letting your face rest between that and your lotion.


Dalyah, would you recommend the black soap for normal skin or more acne prone? My skin is sensitive, but with so many amazing reviews I'm really curious to try! 

 

[Playedinloops]

Originally Posted by styleitso /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Dalyah, would you recommend the black soap for normal skin or more acne prone? My skin is sensitive, but with so many amazing reviews I'm really curious to try! 

I have pretty sensitive skin, and I use it twice a week as a mask on problem areas only (chin and nose). It gets rid of blackheads really well. 

 

[fayeX]

This brand showed up in one or two subscriptions but I can't remember which.

Really want to try  samples!     

 

[zadidoll]

It was distributed by Beauty Army and one other but I can't recall who... Glossybox maybe?