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Skin looks great, but certain areas feel like sandpaper!

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009

QUESTION: I have been using the Wonderbar for several months and I love it.  My question after going through the “healing phase” and loving the results is:  Why does my neck feel rough all of a sudden, almost like sandpaper!

ANSWER:  We posted a question recently on the importance of NOT exfoliating during the initial dry phase that the Wonderbar can bring on.  This is because the skin is not ready to come off yet and you can tell this by the redness that accompanies the dryness in the first 2-3 weeks.  However, if you have already gone through the redness and dryness that the “Healing Phase” can bring on, and you have been using the bar for a while, try taking a warm wash cloth and gently exfoliating any area that has accumulated dead skin cells.  You might need to do this on occasion, as the Wonderbar continues to encourage cell turnover at a faster rate than normal, so that top layer can get ahead of you.  For this reason, occasional mechanical exfoliation will work beautifully…AFTER you have fully adjusted to the bar and only AFTER the redness has gone completely away.  We have heard from our clients that the Clarisonic brush also amps up the results of the Wonderbar when used once a week or so.

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Why is my skin so dry only three days in and should I try to exfoliate?

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009

QUESTION: I have really dry skin to begin with and after using the Wonderbar for three days, my skin is uncomfortably dry.  I’m beginning to think it is not for me and that it would be better for people with combination or oily skin.  Have you heard this before and should I be using a scrub to remove the dry skin?

ANSWER:  I would like to assure you that the dryness you are experiencing is perfectly normal and will not last. It is part of the “Healing Phase” as your skin adjusts to the Wonderbar. Some clients may face initial breakouts too. We recommend that you do not stop using the bar until the this phase passes. You might notice redness, dryness, dry patches and mild breakouts.  With the initial use, you will see that almost like a mild chemical peel, the rate of cell turnover will speed up leaving a top layer of dry skin.  After 2-3 weeks, this will pass and the dead skin will come off on its own…leaving you with a balanced, healthy glow.  If you try to exfoliate, scrub, brush, slough or do anything else to remove the dry skin during the first few weeks, you could damage the skin barrier.  Think of getting a sunburn and trying to “scrub” it off…you wouldn’t want to do that for obvious reasons.  People do get anxious, but this is the time to just be patient and let the Wonderbar do what it’s meant to do.  A pure, hydrating oil or cream, or even Aquafor, will come in handy and can be used as much as you deem necessary.

After you have adjusted, pay attention to your skin and use as needed….some people use the bar once per day, while others sleep in it!  Everyone’s needs are different.


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Am I allergic to the Wonderbar?

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009

QUESTION: The first couple of days I used the bar it was greeeeeeat, but after about the 4th day my skin got kind of stingy and dry all over and seems to be breaking out when I don’t usually break out… I seem to have developed eczema on my face too!   I read about the “Healing Crisis”, and I just wondered if that extreme of a reaction is normal?  How long does it usually last, or do you think I might be allergic to it?

ANSWER: I went through the “Healing Crisis” myself.  Everything you are describing is typical and this is the part where you really need to make sure you stay consistent.  The algae in the bar is making your skin dry.  Make sure you are not using ANY other products with added chemicals, fragrances or chemical spf.  That will really irritate your skin and actually counteract the bar’s benefits.  It took two and a half weeks exactly for me to get through.  It didn’t stay red the whole time, though.  It stayed dry, but you couldn’t really see it, only feel it.  Then one day, I woke up and it was like new skin underneath the dry patches, which looked like eczema.  The breakout will also clear with consistency, it can come with the dryness. 

Also, some people can sleep in the Wonderbar, some people only need to use it once a day.  A little facial oil or natural moisturizer can help.  You can even use aloe vera.
Call me if you need to, I am happy to talk to you.  Almost every person who sends me an email like this sends another one just a few days later saying it all worked out.  Hang in there and you’ll be very happy with your results.

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Is this the “Healing Phase”?

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009

QUESTION: Okay, so I am still using the bar as directed, at first, no break outs and my skin was looking nice. Now 3 weeks later, my skin is very dry and I keep having blemishes pop up.  I am so crazy because even though your instructional letter told me this, I’m a little panicked because my skin looks…not so bueno, but I just want your affirmation that this is part of the process—-even though I’m 3-4 weeks into using it.

ANSWER:  First, let me confirm that you are using all natural products that are non-toxic and chemical-free. To find out, you can check out www.cosmeticsdatabase.com and do a search for a specific product or ingredient.  Second, I can tell you that most likely you are simply experiencing the dry phase that can occur in the first few weeks of using the bar.  The best thing to do is to be consistent and use a facial oil or moisturizer as needed for dryness.  My personal experience began on a Tuesday using the Wonderbar on my neck every morning and night, ocassionally even sleeping in it. The dryness came on pretty quickly and I just kept using it. It became red, scaly, irritated and it stung; almost looked like rope burns. I kept using the bar with NO moisturizer and 16 days later, it was gone and my skin felt and looked fresh and balanced. SO, my advice to you is hang in there. Do not try to exfoliate or scrub this dry skin off.  It will come off when it’s ready.  Also, don’t hesitate to email us if you need more info……we can always help you assess whether or not what you are experiencing is normal.

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