Everyone wishes to have glowing and flawless skin. In this day and
age, it's imperative to take extra care of the skin in order to prevent
it from losing its natural moisture, glow, and fairness. There are four
general skin types: oily, dry, normal and combination. In addition to
this, it is possible to have sensitive skin along with one of the four
general types.
Dry and flaky skin is a common complaint in the winter time. The
cold, dry winter air sucks the life out of silky, smooth skin. Other
factors that contribute to dry skin include aging, nutritional
deficiencies, and a genetic predisposition. There are many lotions and
moisturisers on the market to combat skin problems, but most of them
come with a big price tag. Natural home remedies are not only cheap, but
also quite effective in nourishing and hydrating skin back to a healthy
state.
Olive Oil
Olive oil contains many antioxidants and
healthy fatty acids that are good for skin. It can soothe and condition
dry skin all over the body.
* Dab a thin layer of extra virgin olive oil under your regular moisturiser.
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About a half an hour before taking a shower, rub some olive oil on your
hands, legs and other areas with dry skin and massage lightly. Take a
shower and then apply a light moisturiser.
* Mix two tablespoons of
olive oil, four tablespoons of fine brown sugar, and one tablespoon of
honey. Rub this homemade scrub on your dry skin using light, circular
motions for a few minutes. Take a shower and then apply a light
moisturiser.
Milk
Milk has anti-inflammatory and soothing
properties that greatly help get rid of dry and itchy skin. Plus, the
lactic acid in milk exfoliates dead skin cells and increases the skin's
ability to retain moisture. Also, it helps lighten your complexion.
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Soak a washcloth in cold milk and put the cloth on your dry skin for
five to seven minutes. Gently wash off the milk with another cloth
soaked in lukewarm water. This way this natural moisturizer will remain
on your skin. Do this every other day.
* Add a few drops of rose
water to four tablespoons of milk. Rub this solution all over your body.
Leave it on for ten minutes and wash your body with cold water. Follow
this remedy twice a week.
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is really good for
treating most skin conditions. It has a good amount of fatty acids that
make up for any loss of moisture from the skin.
Liberally apply warm coconut oil all over your body before going to
sleep. Wash it off in the morning. Do this daily to make your skin soft
and smooth.
Apply coconut oil on your dry skin after you take a bath or shower.
When the skin is warm and supple from your bath, coconut oil is more
readily absorbed. Do this regularly