Natural cures for dry skin

[MrAloeVera]

Those of us who live in cold, dry climates—where the forced-air heater runs day and night—are the ones who know the agony of dry skin and winter itch.

Dryness results from a lack of water in your skin—not oil. Keep that in mind as you read this and as you go about your daily routine this winter, and your skin will thank you for it.

Skin dryness is a common skin problem and is often worse during the winter when environmental humidity is low. It can occur at all ages and in people with or without previous skin problems.

Too much soapy water, exposure to harsh chemicals, the normal aging process and certain types of skin diseases are some of the causes of decreased amounts of protective skin oils.

Naturally, my first choice: aloe vera. Healing,s oothing, and moisturizing. It also helps to remove dead skin cells. Apply aloe vera gel topically on affected areas.

Comfrey and Calendula have skin-softening properties. They can be used to make herbal or floral waters or as a facial sauna. Comfrey also reduces redness and soothes irritated skin.

Lavender oil and oat extract are a great addition to those hot winter baths. After the bath, apply diluted evening primrose oil or aloe vera.

Tea tree oil has been known to penetrate into the skin's cellular level. Add one drop of oil to your favorite day or night cream to help moisturize and smooth skin.

Herbal Facial Sauna

A weekly facial sauna using the herbs chamomile, lavender, and peppermint is good for dry skin.

Using a glass or enameled pot, simmer a total of 2 to 4 tablespoons of dried or fresh herbs in 2 quarts of water. When the pot is steaming, place it on top of a trivet or thick potholder on a table, and sit with your face at a comfortable distance over the steam for fifteen minutes. You can use a towel to trap the steam if you wish.

After fifteen minutes, splash your face with cold water and allow your skin to air dry or pat it dry with a towel. Then either apply a good natural moisturizer or facial oil, or apply a clay mask.

After the sauna, you can allow the herbal water to cool and save it for use as a toning lotion to be dabbed on your face with a cotton ball after cleansing.

Teas great for preventing dry skin are chamomile, dandelion, peppermint, borage, fennel, coltsfoot or calendula.

[mulberry-health]

Like you say dry skin is caused by lack of water rather than lack of oil so something that is very important and is over looked by almost everyone in the world is the importance of drinking plenty of water throughout the day. It helps with sky hydration, joint hydration and improvement of the bodily organs.

Good point about the tea tree oil i often forget about the usefulness of that. I have psoriasis and am constantly battling to keep my elbows moist and scale free, thanks for the tips.

Jamie
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[MrAloeVera]

I have psoriasis and am constantly battling to keep my elbows moist and scale free, thanks for the tips.

Sorry to hear about that. Do you know about any benefits of aloe vera with psoriasis? If yes, please share it with others because that's why we're here.

[mulberry-health]

Sorry it has taken me so long to get back to you i have been very busy with school.

Aloe has numerous benefits associated with the treatment of psoriasis. Aloe Vera has provided relief by reducing the pain and itching. It has been proved that the gel causes considerable improvement in the nature of the lesions.

I use aloe vera shampoo for my scalp and aloe vera gel and creams for my elbows and knees to maximize the moisture in my joints.

Jamie
www.mulberry-health.com

[MrAloeVera]

Sharon, be sure to check this video on a facial you can easily make in your own home: