2015-12-11
Joybynature.com Team
Dec
11

 

You must be wondering about your skin, how it is looking dull and dry? If not taken good care, the condition may become worse appearing wrinkled skin. This particular problem does not only happen in the winter season. The skin looses moisture in exposure to extreme weather conditions i.e., hot or cold. Air-conditioned room with dry air, using harsh soap and taking bathe in hot water frequently are other reasons to extract the moisture from your skin.

Herbal Moisturizer for Dry Skin does wonders to the skin by keeping them hydrated, soft and supple. The protective oil in the outer layer of the skin helps to hold back water in the skin. And when this oil is lost the skin tends to lose water and thus becomes dry. Moisturizers act as a barrier and prevents the loss of water from the skin. Regular application of moisturizers also helps to improve the skin tone. Moisturized skin always appears to be beautiful, soft and radiant. Here we are discussing some common ingredients from your kitchen as very effective natural and herbal moisturizers.

Black tea

You may never think black tea as a moisturizer. But this works wonders for your skin as it carries abundant of antioxidants and anti-aging properties. In a bowl, mix one teaspoon of each- black tea, lemon juice, honey and vegetable oil. Gently massage the mixture in affected area on your skin and leave it for 20 minutes. Wash it off with warm water.

Coconut oil

Coconut oil works amazingly for dry skin and many skin problems. It consists of vitamin E, protein, fatty acid. This is oil moisturizes deeply into the skin. It heals chapped lips, cracked heels and also known as anti-aging oil. Many skin disorders are treated by this oil as acne, eczema and psoriasis etc. Massage your body with warm coconut oil before going to bed and take a shower in the morning after which your skin will be soft and supple.

 

Milk

Milk has various skin friendly properties. It not only moisturizes the skin but also improves the complexion and heals sunburn. It removes dead cells and shrink the pores, thus, milk is useful for cleansing and toning. But as a moisturizer, it shows it wonder by retaining the moisture in the skin. Mix one tablespoon of milk, honey and crushed avocado in a bowl and apply this moisturizer on your body and leave it for half an hour and then wash off with warm water.

Honey

Honey is another natural moisturizer and treats the dry the amazingly. Just massage raw honey gently on your skin for few minutes and then rinse off with water. Do this daily and your skin will be soft and supple. Another moisturizer you can make by taking the ¼ bowl of honey in a bowl, add 4 teaspoons of oatmeal and 2 teaspoons of olive oil. Mix it well and gently massage on your skin and leave it as it is for few minutes and rinse it off with warm water.

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is best known for antifungal, antibacterial and anesthetic properties. Moisturizer made out of aloe vera makes the skin softer, reduce age spots and fine lines, increases the complexion and heals pigmentation. For dry and flaky skin apply aloe Vera gel with olive oil and Shea butter, mix it well. Apply this moisturizer for few minutes and wash off with cold water. Aloe Vera is known best for sensitive skin. Mix cucumber juice, aloe vera gel, any essential oil, few drops of rose water and curd. Mix it well into a paste and apply on your skin leave it for 20 minutes and wash off with water.

 Olive oil

This miracle oil is loaded with antioxidants and has many skin benefits. It heals the damaged skin as sunburns or wrinkled skin. Use extra virgin olive oil as your daily moisturizer on your skin to get the soft and shining skin.

Oatmeal

Oatmeal has high content protein, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. It is thus beneficial for the health of the skin. Make moisturizer made out of oatmeal, ripe banana and warm milk. Mix well and apply to your dry skin leave it for 20 minutes and rinse off with water. Do this once in a week for radiant, smooth and soft skin.

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