Winter is a terrible time for many of us with dry skin. Harsh weather and forced air heating can bring on itchiness, dryness, discomfort and even cracked or chapped skin. I’ve tried using so many creams or lotions through the years. Dehydrated skin makes wrinkles and other signs of aging more visible. If you have a similar problem with dry winter skin, let’s discuss natural ways to try and prevent dry skin.
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Brown Sugar & Oatmeal Body Scrub
This is a natural, easy, recipe to exfoliate your body. If you are avoiding chemicals and want to save money, this simple DIY beauty treatment is for you. I like using organic olive oil but coconut, avocado, jojoba, almond, or grapeseed oils also work well. The added honey and oatmeal will nourish your skin while the sugar will exfoliate it. Use once a week on your body. Rinse well after use, and pat dry.
Read MoreAll Natural, DIY Tomato Astringent Face Scrub
Another easy to make, chemical-free, natural skin treatment is Tomato Astringent Face Scrub. This DIY, skin-softening facial removes dead cells and restores the acid balance of your skin.
Read MoreThe Soothing World of Cucumbers – DIY Face Mask Brighten Your Skin!
Cucumbers have a high water content – approximately 96%, and eating them on a hot, summer day can help you stay hydrated. With vitamins A, B, C, and K and with the minerals cooper, magnesium, potassium and silica, cucumbers are more nutritious than regular water. They are good for you internally and externally.
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