The Pendulum Potion

I love May Lindstrom's message and really relate to her sensitive skin struggles. Unfortunately after using for a couple of days I started to get a rash on my face. I believe the essential oils in the product do not agree with my skin. I do think that I needed quite a bit to really break down my makeup (I don't wear much). The scent of this is incredible. At first it is really earthy and spicy (my husband called it the curry oil... lol) but when steam hits it it completely changes to a gorgeous complex floral. I also experienced irritation from the other leave on products from her line. I will say that if you do not have sensitivities to essential oils, this product may be worth it to you. I am a faithful user of The Problem Solver and The Clean Dirt but this was not for me.

Even though I have not used a peeling treatment before, my skin actually did not tingle when applying. I could noticeably see my skin was brighter and smoother the next morning and got super excited! I now use this treatment about three times a week, and I continue to be extremely happy with the results I see the following day.

I bought this predominantly as a body oil. I only wear Josh Rosebrook tinted SPF and Ilia Limitless mascara on occasion, but it does remove them with total ease. Some don't like the hydrating feel afterwards. The Pendulum Potion is food for the skin, folks. Let your skin drink it in. Our skin makes it's own oils and is not meant to be squeaky clean. When adding beneficial oils to the skin, they naturally balance the skins own over production of oils.

As a body oil, The Pendulum Potion is the most exquisite I've ever used. After showering while my skin is still damp, I take a few pumps working from toes, legs, abdomen, arms, chest and neck. (I also take this opportunity to conduct a self breast exam. The thicker oils allow my hands to slide across breast tissue for an easier feel.) My husband/kids do my back. It's an good excuse to get a bit of a massage. :) The Pendulum Potion has been great to maintain my skins moisture for the next few days until my next bath/shower. This is another win from May Lindstrom and definitely another win for me!

I don't know what May does to her products to make them work so well for my skin, but work they do and do it beautifully. I can tell you if her products weren't worth the $ I'd be first in line to call her out for the exorbitant price tag as well as the lack of performance......but in good conscience, I can't. May's products are just that GOOD.

This facial oil is beautiful and I highly appreciate that the first ingredient and carrier oil is organic tamanu, an expensive oil to produce, which is incredibly healing to the skin. This hydrates and heals without breaking out my senstive skin. I can't ask for more than that. I love this so much I've asked My Beloved to purchase it for my birthday gift this year. ;)

Note: I've taken notice on other sites that some have complained about the fragrance of The Pendulum Potion. Being one who appreciates nature-given scents and the preference for the quality and efficacy of ingredients over a pleasantly scented product, I have no issue with it. To my sensitive nose, immediately I smell jasmine, followed up with the deep, earthy cacao, and lastly, a bit of something herbal. Personally, I adore the scent.

I can’t say enough about this line. The Pendulum Potion is the first step in a facial cleansing “ritual” I engage in every morning and night. Near the end of a long, stressful shift I’m so ready to wash off the day I actually have a scent memory of this oil cleanser. This line has transformed the health of my skin, without having to determine needing sensitive, oily or dry versions of a product - it’s kind of a one size fits all. The first time you treat yourself to the Pendulum Potion (and the rest of the line) you won’t regret a dime you’ve spent - and the flexible payment option makes it easier to afford. You won’t run out of product before you pay it off. I last purchased a bottle of this mid-November and I still have at least 1/3rd of the product left (and I use a generous amount twice a day). So go ahead and treat yourself by taking your facial cleansing process to a whole new level - you’ll be glad you did.

I am pretty amazed by this cleansing oil. It left my skin feeling clean and nourished and do not cause any breakouts. Also I tend to have irritation to my eyes from cleaning oils but not this one! I can’t wait to purchase the full size!

To say that I love the Pendulum Potion oil cleanser is to say the least. This truly is such a luxurious cleansing oil and an amazing experience!

I had tried very few cleansing oils (if any) before this one, so I was a little hesitant to say the least. I have oily/Combination skin, but I had read in an article a while back that oil dissolves oil, so I decided to try it out.

I had been really intrigued since I had started using the May Lindstrom line and read a bit about the Pendulum Potion Ritual itself.

They state to pump a small amount into your hands and inhale the natural aromas of jasmine, ylang-ylang, raw cacao, and Balsam of Peru. Doing this really puts you at ease, relaxes you and awakens the senses.

You then massage the oil into your skin, focusing on your problem areas and continue to massage the oil with wet hands. You can even add steam to intensify the experience which by the way leaves your skin baby soft.

After rinsing this off, I then follow up with a serum and moisturizer. My skin feels amazing and truly rejuvenated. It is almost like experiencing a spa day, but in the comfort of your own home. This product and ritual is a must try for any 'Natural Skincare' fan!

Following the steps recommended, it is a great reminder to wind down the day. It is simply expensive and it is only worth it if one wants to have a wonderful spa-like experience when removing makeup. =)

This product is amazing for the whole body. Perfect for face, skin, and hair!! Best purchase I have ever made.

I honestly wasn't very impressed with this one. I absolutely LOVE may's products, so of course I was excited for the pendulum potion. I use coconut oil or the honey mud to wash my face, so I was anxious to try her oil cleanser. Unfortunately it doesn't work any better than my coconut oil, so I will not be repurchasing. The rest of her products are amazing though!