Natural skin treatments can be effective in relieving itchiness and dryness, according to Jet magazine. It is very important to help the skin retain its moisture because dry skin can lead to premature aging. Common household products can be used as dry skin remedies to ease chapping and flaking.
Natural Skin Treatments for Dryness
Jet magazine recommends using milk as a dry skin treatment. Milk helps the skin retain moisture by keeping it soft and supple. It also exfoliates dead cells. Another benefit of milk is that is has natural beta hydroxyl acids, which help reduce wrinkles and keep the skin looking young. To condition the skin, fill the tub with warm water. Add three cups of warm milk. Sit in the tub for about 30 minutes.
Olive oil is also good for younger looking skin. It can help moisten the face and neck. It is also a good treatment for dryness and flaking on the scalp, hands and feet. Apply it to the skin immediately after bathing. Blot the skin with a towel and then rub on the olive oil while the skin is still slightly damp. This will help seal in the moisture.
Lemon is an important part of just about any skin beauty routine. It is a good treatment for dry skin on the face, knees, and elbows. It also evens out the skin tone and lightens blemishes. The citric acid in lemons eliminates dead skin cells and helps stimulate the growth of new healthy cells.
Skin Beauty Tips
In Prescription for Nutritional Healing, Phyllis A. Balch recommends using moisturizers that contain humectants. Humectants are natural dry skin remedies that seal in moisture. Examples of humectants include vitamin B, glycerine, and vitamin E. Liquid moisturizers that contain facial oils are also recommended.
Another way to have younger looking skin is through the regular use of facial masks. They can help remove dry, flaky skin. To make a facial mask, mix one teaspoon of green clay powder with one teaspoon of raw honey. Gently rub the mixture onto the face and let it stay on for fifteen minutes. Then rinse it off with warm water.
The article titled Anti-Aging Foods for Beautiful Skin provides information about dietary habits that can lead to younger looking skin. The article titled Facial Cleanser Treatments for Beautiful Skin offers tips for washing the skin gently.
Resources:
- Jet, “Foods That Work Double Duty for Health and Beauty September 1,2003
- Prescription for Nutritional Healing (Penguin Group, October 2008) by Phyllis A. Balch
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