Oil and Water Emulsion Skincare: The Best-Kept Secret to Radiant, Healthy Skin

Before serums, before toners, before ten-step routines, there was simple skincare. Ancient civilizations across the globe used oils and water to, not only clean, but to keep the skin nourished and protected. From biblical anointing oils down to Cleopatra’s nightly treatments, oil has worked its way into self-care throughout history. 

Jump forward to the present: science now tells us what tradition has always known that oil and water together conspire in a powerful alliance. When formulated into an emulsion — a balanced combination of oil and water — they provide a skin-care solution as mild as it is powerful. And when those ingredients are certified organic, cold-pressed, and matched with healing substances like aloe vera, the effects are nothing short of transformative. 

Read on to learn what’s so key about oil and water emulsions and why the Metrin Skincare System has been a heavyweight contender since 1932. 

What Is an Oil and Water Emulsion in Skincare (and Why It Matters)? 

In skincare, an emulsion is that oil and water combination to give you all of the benefits of both: 

  • Oil breaks down makeup and sebum. 
  • Water rinses off dirt, sweat and environmental dirt. 

Combined, they help to detoxify without dehydrating skin, leaving it balanced, nourished, and hydrated. Unlike foaming cleaners or alcohol-based toners, which can compromise your barrier, emulsions go with the grain of your skin, not against it. They leave your natural oils in place while banishing anything that’s not. 

Why Cold-Pressed, High Oleic Sunflower Oil Is a Star Ingredient 

Cold-pressed high-oleic sunflower oil is also at the heart of Metrin’s emulsion based cleansing system. And it’s not mere filler—it’s a über-functional botanical oil filled with: 

  • Vitamin E: Fights free radicals and helps repair skin’s barrier. 
  • Oleic Acid: Fatty acid that provides long-lasting lightweight moisture to the skin. 
  • Non-comedogenic: Sunflower oil won’t clog your pores because it isn’t heavy like some other oils so it’s great if you have sensitive or acne-prone skin. 

Not only is this oil in the formula, it’s the base of Metrin’s #1 Deep Cleanser, #3 Vita Conditioner, and #5 Enriched Vita Conditioner. 

“I’ve used Metrin for 35 years. My skin still looks alive, and I’ve never even desired another cleanser. It’s just that good.” – Karen M., via Facebook 

The Supporting Role of Aloe Vera: A Hydrating Healer 

Their products also feature certified organic aloe vera which is also found in all five Metrin steps in addition to sunflower oil. Aloe has been reported to have a skin-friendly effect: 

  • Hydrates without heaviness 
  • Calms inflammation and soothes redness 
  • Helps heal and repair the barrier 

It’s an ideal complement: oil cleans, water rinses, and aloe mends. Want to know more about double cleansing and why it’s so important? Read our Double Cleansing Guide 

Why This Matters for Cleansing: Oil and Water Do Double Duty 

Cleansing is not just about taking away dirt — it is about cleaning and setting your skin up for everything that comes next. The Metrin Skincare System employs double cleans to cleanse: 

This one-two punch creates the perfect canvas for treatments that will actually penetrate and do their job — no pulling, no stripping, no dryness. 

The Metrin Difference: More Than Just a Moisturizer 

Many skin care products are engineered to isolate oil, or water — They are not made to balance both. The complete 5-step system of Metrin was created to function in harmonious layers, beginning with cleansing emulsions and ending with long-lasting hydrations and renewals. 

Each element of the system is: 

  • Fragrance-free 
  • Cruelty-free 
  • Crafted with certified organic ingredients 
  • Safe for all skin types 

And then, unlike most beauty fads, the formula itself remains the same nearly 100 years later — because it works. 

 Real Women, Real Results 

“I started using Metrin because my mom swore by it. That was 20 years ago—and now my daughter’s using it too.” – Tracey F., via Facebook 

“I’ve tried every luxury brand under the sun. None of them made my skin feel as clean and soft as Metrin’s two cleansers.” – Joanne L., verified customer  

Start with Clean Skin. Stay Radiant for Life. 

Cleansing is the foundation of any skincare ritual—and it should feel like a ritual. With Metrin, you’re not just washing your face. You’re returning to a rhythm your skin already understands. 

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References 

  1. Lin, T. K., Zhong, L., & Santiago, J. L. (2018). Anti-inflammatory and skin barrier repair effects of topical application of some plant oils. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 19(1), 70. 
  2. Surjushe, A., Vasani, R., & Saple, D. G. (2008). Aloe vera: A short review. Indian Journal of Dermatology, 53(4), 163. 
  3. Draelos, Z. D. (2013). The science behind skin care: Cleansers. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 12(4), 305–308. 

 

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