Hydrate Rough, Dry Skin Naturally
Does your skin feel dry and rough? This is a common complaint, especially as the weather turns colder and the air drier. As winter approaches, I can tell that my skin needs a little extra attention to keep from becoming dry and rough. Try the following natural ways to smooth dry skin.
Slough away dry skin with a honey & sugar scrub
An mixture of honey and sugar will leave you with soft, smooth skin. Mix the two ingredients to reach your desired consistency, and while in the shower, apply it all over your body in a circular motion. This scrub is gentle enough to be used on your face, elbows, feet, and anywhere it is needed to naturally smooth dry skin.
Smooth and hydrate rough, dry skin with coconut oil
Coconut oil is a natural ingredient that can be found in the kitchen; it is often used as a cooking oil, but works great as a beauty and household product. It is normally solid, but becomes a liquid in warmer temperatures. Naturally smooth dry skin by applying coconut oil daily after showering. It can be used as an all-over moisturizer.
Hydrate your skin naturally from the inside out
The best way to hydrate rough, dry skin naturally is to start with the inside of your body; taking in plenty of water will keep the outside hydrated. The most obvious way to do so is by drinking lots of water. You don't necessarily need to drink eight glasses, but drink water when you feel thirsty. I can tell I am dehydrated when my lips start to get dry. Another way to get plenty of water in your diet is to eat foods with a high water content: fruit, vegetables, and even soups.
As winter approaches, your skin will likely need a little extra care to keep from becoming rough and dry. Naturally smooth dry skin with these three tips.
Slough away dry skin with a honey & sugar scrub
An mixture of honey and sugar will leave you with soft, smooth skin. Mix the two ingredients to reach your desired consistency, and while in the shower, apply it all over your body in a circular motion. This scrub is gentle enough to be used on your face, elbows, feet, and anywhere it is needed to naturally smooth dry skin.
Smooth and hydrate rough, dry skin with coconut oil
Coconut oil is a natural ingredient that can be found in the kitchen; it is often used as a cooking oil, but works great as a beauty and household product. It is normally solid, but becomes a liquid in warmer temperatures. Naturally smooth dry skin by applying coconut oil daily after showering. It can be used as an all-over moisturizer.
Hydrate your skin naturally from the inside out
The best way to hydrate rough, dry skin naturally is to start with the inside of your body; taking in plenty of water will keep the outside hydrated. The most obvious way to do so is by drinking lots of water. You don't necessarily need to drink eight glasses, but drink water when you feel thirsty. I can tell I am dehydrated when my lips start to get dry. Another way to get plenty of water in your diet is to eat foods with a high water content: fruit, vegetables, and even soups.
As winter approaches, your skin will likely need a little extra care to keep from becoming rough and dry. Naturally smooth dry skin with these three tips.
