Winter Skincare Essentials: Discover the Power of Castor Oil and Raw Local Honey in OmMade Organic Skincare's Upgraded Masks

Winter is officially here, and as the chill sets in, the Uggs come on, and the heaters turn up, it’s the perfect time to give your skin some extra love and the care it deserves. To help hang on to that glow of summer for as long as possible and prevent your skin from turning into the texture of a leather handbag, we’ve upgraded two of our favourite products at OmMade Organic Skincare, packing them with two powerhouse ingredients that provide a stack of benefits.

Our Adzuki Face Mask and Scrub and the Charcoal Face Mask now have the addition of castor oil and raw local honey, respectively, providing extra nourishment and hydration, even in the harshest of winter weather. 

In this blog, we’re breaking down each new ingredient and product, talking about their key features and benefits, along with tips on how to add them to your skincare routine—so your skin will be as smooth, soft and plump as a baby’s butt this season!

WHAT IS CASTOR OIL?
Castor oil is a luxurious, thick vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the tropical castor plant (otherwise known as Ricinus communis, mainly grown in Africa, South America, and India). It’s packed with moisturising fatty acids like ricinoleic, linoleic, and stearic acids, making it a favourite ingredient in skincare, cosmetics, and personal care products. 

One of the major drawcards of castor oil is that it’s 100% pure and a single-ingredient product, meaning it hasn’t been modified and is perfect for those seeking clean skincare.

BENEFITS OF CASTOR OIL ON SKIN

• Increases moisture – rich in fatty acids, it deeply hydrates and nourishes the skin, keeping it soft and supple. 
• Prevents wrinkles – filled with antioxidants that fight free radicals in the body, it’s a powerful anti-aging ingredient that prevents fine lines and wrinkles.
• Reduces puffiness – with anti-inflammatory properties, it helps reduce puffiness and swelling, leaving skin fresh and rejuvenated.
• Soothing and healing – the anti-inflammatory benefits also reduce redness and soothe irritated skin, perfect for those cold winter days or if you have sunburn.
• Fights acne – it’s also anti-bacterial and promotes a clear complexion by fighting bacteria and preventing acne and infections.

BENEFITS OF OUR ADZUKI FACE MASK AND SCRUB WITH CASTOR OIL
Our Adzuki Face Mask and Scrub with Castor Oil is your new winter skincare BFF!

Now, with the addition of castor oil, this multitasking mask not only exfoliates and detoxifies but also hydrates and nourishes your skin.

Check out the key ingredients and benefits below. 

• Castor Oil

Locks in moisture for soft, hydrated skin and reduces inflammation and redness.

• Kaolin Clay

Gently extracts impurities and toxins while removing dead skin cells for a smooth complexion.

• Adzuki Bean

The natural enzymes promote cell turnover and improve skin tone and texture for a radiant glow.

• Brown Rice

Rich in vitamins and minerals, it calms and soothes irritated skin while reducing fine lines and wrinkles.

• Chickpea

Helps to cleanse and remove impurities from the skin and improves skin tone and clarity for a brighter complexion.

• Kelp Extract

Purifies the skin by removing toxins, helps to retain moisture and improves the skin’s elasticity.

• Aloe Vera Powder
  Providing deep hydration, it reduces inflammation, calms irritated skin and promotes the healing of minor cuts and burns.
• Frankincense Essential Oil
  Calming and soothing, it reduces the signs of aging while promoting cell regeneration and boosting skin elasticity.

HOW TO USE
After cleansing, apply the Adzuki Face Mask and Scrub with Castor Oil to your face and neck, letting it deeply nourish your skin for 5-10 minutes. Rinse with warm water while gently massaging to use it as a scrub. Use 2-3 times per week for the best results.

WHAT IS RAW LOCAL HONEY
Who doesn’t love a bit of honey in their life?! 

While you might enjoy slathering it on warm, buttered toast or adding a spoonful to your herbal tea, raw honey—that golden nectar bees produce in hives—is having a moment in the world of natural skincare. With its healing properties and benefits, it’s loaded with nutrients, enzymes, and nurturing compounds, making it a welcome addition to any skin or self-care routine. 

BENEFITS OF RAW LOCAL HONEY ON SKIN

• Ultra-moisturising – acting as a natural humectant, it penetrates and hydrates the deeper layers of the skin, resulting in plumper, softer and more glowing skin.
• Reduces signs of aging – packed with natural antioxidants that fight free radicals, it prevents fine lines and wrinkles while drawing moisture to the skin.
• Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory – it prevents and treats acne and breakouts by killing bacteria on the skin while reducing redness and inflammation caused by breakouts.
• Exfoliating – a natural exfoliator, it gently removes dead skin cells and works to unclog pores of dirt and debris that can cause skin issues. 
• Soothing and healing – great for wound care, sunburn, and even eczema or psoriasis, it can also reduce redness, acne scars and pigmentation, promoting a brighter complexion. 

Raw honey is generally safe for most skin types, but those with allergies to pollen, celery or bee products should avoid it. Always perform a patch test to ensure no adverse reactions.

BENEFITS OF OUR CHARCOAL FACE MASK WITH RAW LOCAL HONEY

Our newly upgraded Charcoal Face Mask with Raw Local Honey is set to be your new favourite deep-cleansing and hydrating skincare product this winter! Combining the detoxifying power of activated charcoal now with the sweetly moisturising, antibacterial components of raw honey, this mask is set to be one you reach for time and time again. 

See the key ingredients and benefits below.

• Raw Local Honey

Containing amino acids, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that improve overall health and appearance of the skin, it deeply hydrates and nourishes the skin.

• Bentonite Clay

Draws out toxins, heavy metals and impurities from the skin, absorbs excess oil, gently exfoliates and promotes healing of acne and blemishes.

• Kaolin Clay

Also draws out impurities without stripping the skin of natural oils, balances oil production, removes dead skin cells and soothes and calms sensitive or irritated skin. 

• Activated Charcoal

Deep cleansing, it unclogs pores by drawing out dirt and impurities and helps absorb excess oil to prevent breakouts. 

• Frankincense Essential Oil
  

Reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, it promotes cell turnover, heals scars and blemishes and soothes and calms the skin, especially redness and irritations. 

HOW TO USE
After cleansing, apply the Charcoal Face Mask with Raw Local Honey to your face and neck, leaving on for 5-10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly, pat dry, and follow up with our Chamomile Toner before applying your preferred moisturiser or serum (try the Hemp Seed Face Serum with Red Raspberry Seed and Kakadu Plum. Use 2-3 times per week and patch test prior to first use if concerned with allergies.

WHY YOU NEED THESE MASKS IN YOUR WINTER ROUTINE

Winter weather can be brutal on your skin, but our upgraded masks—the Adzuki Face Mask and Scrub with Castor Oil, which hydrates and soothes, and the Charcoal Face Mask with Raw Local Honey, which detoxifies and moisturises—are the perfect duo to keep your skin looking radiant and feeling nourished all season long.