MASK CRUSADER

Natural Coconut Oil And Sugar Body Scrub

By KAREN CHESTER

The good news is that unless you’re managing a skin condition, you may not need to visit a dermatologist to soothe dry skin. Instead, you might consider adding one of many home remedies to your skincare routine. If you feel your dry skin needs a little TLC, try one of these easy at-home remedies.

Homemade Oatmeal Honey Mask

Oatmeal makes a great exfoliator or mask. Mix two tablespoons of oats with one tablespoon of honey and a dash of water. You can use it to exfoliate and wash it o immediately or leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes as a soothing, hydrating mask.

To treat dead skin cells on the body that might be giving your skin a dry texture and appearance, you may want to consider a gentle homemade sugar body scrub. Combining one cup of brown or granulated sugar with half a cup of coconut oil, add a few drops of lavender essential oil, which lends a natural fragrance and may promote relaxation and decrease anxiety. Gently rub the scrub into your skin for up to 30 seconds, then wash it o with lukewarm water. Next, use a soothing body moisturiser to lock in the benefits of freshly exfoliated skin.

A DIY RICH, CREAMY AVOCADO MASK

A homemade mask of avocado is another natural way to soothe dry skin. This face mask is full of antioxidants and probiotics that will promote healthy, glowing skin. Combine half an avocado with quarter cup plain Greek yoghurt. This will help improve your skin texture because of its lactic acid content. Add a drizzle of manuka honey and one teaspoon of turmeric for anti-inflammatory benefits and improve symptoms of skin conditions such as eczema. Apply the mixture to the skin, and let it set for 5 to 10 minutes before rinsing o .

Easy Oatmeal Bath Soak

A cup of oatmeal in a warm bath can naturally rehydrate dry skin. The oat product itself is soothing, and it helps your skin retain moisture from the bathwater. If you have eczema, oatmeal may relieve dry, inflamed, or irritated skin associated with atopic and contact dermatitis.

Use Honey As A Spot Treatment

Honey has emollient and humectant e ects that can soften your skin and help it retain moisture. It’s also an alternative treatment for various skin conditions, including dermatitis, psoriasis, and dandru .

Honey, especially manuka honey, is also e ective at healing wounds; its natural antimicrobial benefits keep the a ected area moist and has a thick consistency that works as a barrier against infection.

Honey is a good base for face mask recipes, and it can be a powerful spot treatment for patches of dry, irritated skin. Manuka honey can increase wound healing while decreasing inflammation in the skin. For best results, apply honey in small amounts to your face. Leave it on for several minutes before rinsing it o .

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