Techniques for Dry Skin

There are a number of things you can do for effective dry skin care. Baths and showers should be taken in warm, instead of hot, water, and should be kept as short as possible. Soap should be used sparingly. Mild cleansers and pure soaps are better. When drying your skin, use patting motions and avoid rubbing the skin too much. Try massaging your skin to increase the flow of natural oils.

Because cold and heat exacerbate the problems of dry skin, people with dry skin should protect their face and skin when going out into the wind or sun, and they should always wear a sunscreen.

Exercise, a good diet and enough sleep will all help keep your skin healthy.

NATURAL TECHNIQUES

1. Instead of using a commercial cleanser, use a vegetable oil like olive oil or almond oil.
2. Aloe Vera is very good for dry skin and it has healing and soothing properties.
3. Calendula and comfrey soften the skin. They may be used in a facial sauna.
4. Cold compresses can help alleviate dry itchy skin. Add a few drops of essential oil.
5. Milk baths are very effective in the treatment of dry skin on the body. Add powdered milk and almond oil to a warm (not hot) bath.
6. Herbal teas like chamomile, dandelion, peppermint, borage, fennel, coltsfoot or calendula help improve the skin.
7. A good home remedy for dry skin is to make your own beauty mask. Combine an egg, honey, olive oil and rosewater. Apply onto your skin and leave it there for fifteen minutes before washing off.
8. Another home remedy for dry skin is to mash some avocado and apply onto your face. Mashed banana also works well.