Effective Remedies for Dry Skin

Who doesn’t want to flaunt a naturally moisturized, healthy and glowing skin throughout the year? This thought itself is a dream come true. Unfortunately, it doesn’t work that way as skin takes a lot of beating due to changes in the weather. Each season brings its own challenges and compels to take beauty measures that stops skin damage and enjoy bouncy and happy skin. It is the same case with winter or rather it calls for additional effort to maintain a healthier skin when compared to other seasons.

During the cold weather, the drop in the overall temperatures impact humidity levels in the air and in turn cause skin to dry quickly with further serious damages like flaking, itching, cracking and bleeding if left untreated; hence it is crucial to maintain a tried and tested beauty routine to combat dry skin.

There are a billion over the counter beauty products available in the market that could cost a fortune with futile results. It is absolutely possible to preserve natural skin and even make it feel better by using few ingredients that are found in almost every home. Home remedies are inexpensive, do not damage the skin and are also easy to use at any time.

Milk and Milk Cream:

Fat-rich milk and its cream work wonders for the skin in low temperatures as it not only helps in softening it but also locks in moisture if applied on a daily basis. Every night after a bath, rub a handful of cow milk soap vs goat milk soap all over the body, leave it overnight, and wash it with a mild soap in the morning for good results.

Oil Massage: Few minutes before taking bath, apply and massage oil throughout the body. Any oil would serve the purpose but coconut and/or olive oils are best suited for it as they not only seal moisture, but also soften and bring natural glow to it. During the harsh winter weather, these oils can also be applied few minutes after bath for 24/7 protection.

Fruit Fun:

Fruits like Avocado, Banana and Papaya are perfect for maintaining skin moisture balance. Eating them is certainly helpful but applying them over the skin helps in soothing and healing dried skin.

Honey:

Honey is the best source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Before taking bath, apply a generous amount of pure honey and leave it for about 15 minutes and wash it off. It can be mixed with other ingredient such as fruits to make an effective paste and use it on a daily basis.

Curd and Aloe Vera:

These two are the best ingredients to prepare a magic potion that help in retaining skin’s natural glow, moisture and to make it supple and smooth. Make a thin paste with curd, aloe vera, olive oil and apply it. Leave it for about 20 minutes and wash it off.

These are few home remedies for dry skin, and certainly will not eliminate the fact that a balanced diet with loads of veggies, fruits and a lot of water intake is required at all times. What goes in shows on the skin...hence eat healthy and pick a beauty routine that works better for your skin.

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