I just used this for the first time. It had dark oily liquid come out, and it smells really bad. Does this persist? Is this normal?
851614
natural bristles will bleed color when first used. I cleaned my brush with shaving soap by filling it up sighs suds the first time. I have never had Odors from my brush.
851615
Yes, there is normally some left over chemicals from making the brush that will make this dark liquid and bad smell. I would recomend lathering the brush up and leaving the lather in it over night, then washing out in the morning, then repeating again several nights in a row. Most people only do it once, but I did it 3 times I believe and it really helped break it in and speed up the break in process. After youve done this the liquid and smell should quickly go away and the brush will smell like your shaving soap. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=kD6Xt3fAsng The link above is a video just on how to break in a shaving brush
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Yes, there is normally some left over chemicals from making the brush that will make this dark liquid and bad smell. I would recomend lathering the brush up and leaving the lather in it over night, then washing out in the morning, then repeating again several nights in a row. Most people only do it once, but I did it 3 times I believe and it really helped break it in and speed up the break in process. After youve done this the liquid and smell should quickly go away and the brush will smell like your shaving soap. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=kD6Xt3fAsngThe link above is a video just on how to break in a shaving brush Yes, there is normally some left over chemicals from making the brush that will make this dark liquid and bad smell. I would recomend lathering the brush up and leaving the lather in it over night, then washing out in the morning, then repeating again several nights in a row. Most people only do it once, but I did it 3 times I believe and it really helped break it in and speed up the break in process. After youve done this the liquid and smell should quickly go away and the brush will smell like your shaving soap. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=kD6Xt3fAsngThe link... » Read More Yes, there is normally some left over chemicals from making the brush that will make this dark liquid and bad smell. I would recomend lathering the brush up and leaving the lather in it over night, then washing out in the morning, then repeating again several nights in a row. Most people only do it once, but I did it 3 times I believe and it really helped break it in and speed up the break in process. After youve done this the liquid and smell should quickly go away and the brush will smell like your shaving soap. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=kD6Xt3fAsngThe link above is a video just on how to break in a shaving brush « Show Less
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Mine also smells like old cooking oil. I have purchased Now oils before with no problems but this one has a horrible smell.
1080551
I'm guessing that it has a "funny" taste when you fired it up the first time? If so, it's because you didn't let it sit for 24 hours after you took it out of the box. During transit, if it's turned upside down or on it's side, the gear oils run everywhere. Letting it sit for twenty-four hours before starting keeps it from tasting awful. Otherwise, I use vinegar to clean mine out once a month. And I only use filtered water to make ice.
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If it's blacked out I would return it. Oil does not maintain it's properties when it undergoes heat, light, or continuous variation in temperature. Many oils are old that are old and even racid.
724717
No, mine came fine and new (sealed). You should send it back for exchange or refund. don't wait!I like this oil, the taste is not as strong as say extra virgin coconut oil.
1473619
Shake it well before use and it should come out like a bunch of oily bubbles, more or less. usually sink while dispersing. Make sure there is good oxygen flow. Hope this answer helps.
130505
It has a oily type of smell,however it is normal.I have been on it for 3 months.
92534
hi, yes there is a bit of oily odor...But I think it is normal to oils if they are not perfumed...
906948
hmmm...I might think about returning it. There was no oil or smell of oil on ours. Makes me think something got spilled on it in the factory or something. Good luck.
760810
I haven't had that problem. Did you get the oil based? ...and make sure you pressed long enough the first time so the black comes out thick enough? I also use an alcohol wipe on my glass before marking, and sometimes do have to press down from time to time for the black to be thicker.
742015
Mine has a little bit of a funny smell but it is normal, not off putting it is also very light in color. If you feel yours is truly bad then I would call the company you received it from. Did you purchase from the same company? It may vary from company to company. I'm just a customer. Its my first time using it so I am not a expert in this field.
423018
Hi, I use it on my face and it is quite oily. First couple weeks were okay, break-out wise. However, a couple days ago I started breaking out quite bad. I don't know if it's this product causing it or something else.I definitely blot this after applying and but it still makes the hair around my face stringy. :P
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Mine was rancid upon delivery. In my option, it's a gamble as to how old the oil will be that you get. Assuming you get a fresh bottle, keep it in the fridge always. Go to the fridge to apply, then put it back in.
1013079
I clean it everyday and let it dry. no problem yet. it doesn't take much good oil in this as it vapors quickly .
424731
The tube I got was full of liquid but I just shook it (for about a minute) until it hardened; it started coming out as a thick cream. I left it out for two days to see if it would go back to being liquid but that hasn't happened...yet. Though I don't know if it's a bad batch like C.Ho said since I haven't experienced any sunburn. I'm dark skinned so that might be why.
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Was it good and moist when you started using it? I have not had this problem so don't know what else it could be. Might have been over handled also.
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I love mine and I don't have this issue. It diffuses a smell the entire time. Maybe check the oil grades you use. I use 100% plant grade oils which are strong.