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.
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Homemade Face Wash
I’ve written before about trying to get rid of chemicals in my home. In our modern world, it’s almost impossible to get rid of everything, but you can greatly diminish your exposure to chemicals and protect your family by making your own personal care products. Have you read the ingredients in your over-the-counter products? Can you even pronounce them?
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Natural Skin Care: DIY Homemade Vanilla Honey Bubbling Bath
A natural, easy, DIY recipe to soften and moisturize your skin. No chemicals, or harsh ingredients are contained if you use liquid castile soap, such as Dr. Bronner’s. Read More
All 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.
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DIY, All Natural Chocolate Face Mask
Don’t you love the smell of chocolate? I do and found this scrumptious face mask recipe about seven years ago on Spa Index. Unfortunately, my oily skin couldn’t handle this rich face mask, but I have given the recipe to friends, and they love it. This decadent mask is actually an excellent moisturizer; it leaves your skin baby soft. A natural, DIY mask that is easy to make and use without chemicals. It’s so safe you can actually eat it!
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DIY Frugal Foot Scrub
I have been trying homemade, natural skin care for the last couple of years. There are thousands of chemicals used in the conventional beauty and personal care products sold in stores. Here is one I read about a few years ago and really love. The peppermint essential oil is energizing while soothing to feet and legs.
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