Dry skin remedies at home

Dry skin remedies at home:
Remedies for dry skin:
Dry skin treatment at home:

Dry and flaky skin is a common complaint in the winter time. Cold, dry winter air sucks the life out of silky, smooth skin. Other factors that contribute to dry skin include aging, nutritional deficiencies, and a genetic predisposition.

There are many lotions and moisturizers on the market to combat dry skin. But most of them come with a big price tag. Natural home remedies are not only cheap, but also quite effective in nourishing and hydrating dry skin back to a healthy state.

Some home remedies for dry skin:

Olive oil:

Olive oil contains many antioxidants and healthy fatty acids that are good for your skin. It can soothe and condition dry skin all over your body.

• Dab a thin layer of extra virgin olive oil under your regular moisturizer.
• About a half an hour before taking a shower, rub some olive oil on your hands, legs and other areas with dry skin and massage lightly. Take a shower and then apply a light moisturizer.
• Mix two tablespoons of olive oil, four tablespoons of fine brown sugar, and one tablespoon of honey. Rub this homemade scrub on your dry skin using light, circular motions for a few minutes. Take a shower and then apply a light moisturizer.

Milk Cream:

The lactic acid present in milk cream helps exfoliate dry skin. The soothing nature of milk cream also helps preserve the skin’s delicate pH levels. Milk cream is also an excellent moisturizer.

• Mix a few drops of lemon juice, one teaspoon of milk and two teaspoons of milk cream. Rub it on your hands and legs. Leave it on for a while before you take a shower. Do this once daily.
• Add enough milk cream to three to four tablespoons of gram flour to make a thick paste. Apply the paste on your face, hands and legs. Leave it on for 15 minutes and then rinse it off with lukewarm water. Do this once daily.

Milk:

Milk has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties that greatly help get rid of dry and itchy skin. Plus, the lactic acid in milk exfoliates dead skin cells and increases the skin’s ability to retain moisture. Also, it helps lighten your complexion.

• Soak a washcloth in cold milk and put the cloth on your dry skin for five to seven minutes. Gently wash off the milk with another cloth soaked in lukewarm water. This way this natural moisturizer will remain on your skin. Do this every other day.
• Add a few drops of rose water to four tablespoons of milk. Rub this solution all over your body. Leave it on for 10 minutes and wash your body with cold water. Follow this remedy twice daily.

Honey:

Honey is considered one of the best natural moisturizers loaded with antioxidant, antimicrobial, and humectant properties.

Thus, it helps lock in moisture to make your skin extra soft and smooth. Plus, honey has many essential vitamins and minerals that help improve your skin’s health.

• Before taking a bath or shower, rub honey all over your body and leave it on for five to 10 minutes. Repeat daily to enjoy well-moisturized skin.
• Measure out equal parts of unprocessed honey, beeswax, and olive oil. Melt the beeswax in a small pan over low heat. Remove it from the heat and mix in the honey and then the olive oil. Apply this mixture all over your body and leave it on for 10 minutes. Then take a shower. Repeat daily or every other day.

Coconut oil:

Coconut oil is really good for treating dry skin. It has a good amount of fatty acids that make up for any loss of moisture from the skin.

• Liberally apply warm coconut oil all over your body before going to sleep. Wash it off in the morning. Do this daily to make your skin soft and smooth.
• Apply coconut oil on your dry skin after you take a bath or shower. When the skin is warm and supple from your bath, coconut oil is more readily absorbed. Do this daily.

Almond oil:

Almond oil is an excellent source of vitamin E and, hence, is considered the best emollient and lubricator for dry skin. Also, its antioxidant property is good for your skin’s overall health. In addition, because this oil is non-greasy, it is easily absorbed in the skin.

• Gently warm up some pure almond oil. Massage your body lightly with the warm oil a half an hour before taking a shower. After your shower when your skin is still damp, apply some light moisturizer. Do this once daily.
• Drink a glass of warm milk mixed with one teaspoon of almond oil before going to bed. Repeat every night to enjoy healthier skin as well as sound sleep.

Note: Those who are allergic to almonds must not use the almond oil remedies.

Aloe vera:

Aloe vera has soothing, antiseptic and antifungal properties that can help combat dry, irritated skin and prevent flaking. This simple remedy will moisturize your skin and form a protective layer that will keep your skin free from any kind of impurities.

1. Cut open a fresh aloe vera leaf and squeeze the gel out of it.
2. Apply the gel on your dry skin. Let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
3. Rinse it off with lukewarm water.
4. Do this twice daily.

Try these easy remedies to relieve the discomfort that comes from dry skin and restore its natural soft, smooth texture.

Glycerin:

Glycerine is one of the best moisturizers on the skin. Since glycerine has Humectants properties, the retention of water inside the skin layer is possible. It also has hygroscopic characteristics which can make the skin absorb water from air while removing dry and dull marks on the skin. This is perfect to use especially during winter when the skin tends to become dry.  Your skin will remain nourished, gentle and moisturized like never before! Here are some ways to apply glycerine:

• You can apply glycerine directly on your skin. You will feel your skin getting softer and smoother. Your skin gets hydrated right away.
• You can also mix it with your daily cream or bath gel.
• Another way is mixing glycerin and rose water together. Apply the mixture on your face day and night!
• Pour 200 – 250 ml of glycerin in a bowl and add two tablespoon of lime juice. Mix it well in a glass and apply it before going to bed.
• Take one tablespoon each of glycerin, vitamin E and Vaseline. Apply the mixture on your skin before taking a bath!

Tips for dry skin:

Eat healthy to get healthy fairness:

First of all, you have to follow a healthy diet in order to get a fairer complexion. Dry skin often lacks vital nutrients, which makes it dull, flaky and lifeless. Before trying any readymade or homemade fairness remedy, have a closer look at your eating habits. You should consume loads of fresh green fruits, veggies, cereals, grains, etc. to fulfill your need of carbs, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. There must be enough milk, yogurt, honey and other similar items in your regular diet that are capable of protecting your skin. All these foods will nourish your skin cells, leading to healthy and radiant skin.

Water, water-Drink lots of it:

Keeping yourself hydrated is the second most important task that you need to do for obtaining glowing skin. Without sufficient water, the usual process of body metabolism gets extremely affected, which in turn is reflected by our skin’s appearance. Again, as you possess naturally dry skin, the effect gets even doubled in your case. So, drink lots of water throughout the day. A whopping 5 liters is the best. But if it is hard for you, make sure to consume at least 3 to 4 liters a day. It will flush out the toxins from your body and help you maintain a fair and healthy skin tone.

Shield yourself from heat and UV rays:

The harmful ultra-violet rays as well as scorching heat of the sun can worsen the condition of dry skin. Long exposure to the sun can damage the outer skin layer and sometimes lead to sunburn. Dry skin is more prone to such damages and tanning. So, always apply a sunscreen lotion or sunblock with high SPF before stepping out of the house. You should also wear full-sleeve outfits and hats whenever staying under the sun for long. These are essential for maintaining your actual skin tone.

Apply a mixture of Almond oil and olive oil:

There are a lot of homemade fairness tips for dry skin that can help you enhance the tone and texture of your skin without making it drier. Try this olive and almond oil mixture to open your clogged skin pores by removing all traces of dirt and other impurities. It will not only make your skin clean and clear but will also provide moisture and essential nutrients to your dry skin for rejuvenating it. As a result, you will get healthy and fair skin.

Massage your skin with curd:

Curd is a wonderful kitchen ingredient that can moisturize our skin and reduce its dryness. At the same time, it is also rich in two skin-lightening elements – lactic acid and zinc. Therefore, massaging your skin with curd can also be a great solution for your dry and peeling skin. This can help you to attain the desired fairness.