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Natural Remedies for Dry Skin from Menopause

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Menopause Dries Up Everything!

Women who are going through menopause will find that their skin changes dramatically (usually for the worse). The challenge is to keep it hydrated and focus on keeping healthy from the inside out. Through the years, I've discovered some wonderful, natural remedies to help keep the skin moisturized, healthy and young looking. They range from very inexpensive to expensive, but they all help, not only your skin, but other health issues as well. That is the joy of using natural remedies. If you've got a healthy, natural tip or two, be sure to leave them in the comments box.

Highlights

Dry Skin versus Other Skin Problems

Know the difference

In my second semester of massage therapy school, we had to learn about certain skin problems so we would know when to touch or not to touch. It was a slide show from hell...I always said, that if I'd seen that slide show first, I never would have become a massage therapist. In this lens, I'll show you a few skin conditions that are NOT about dry skin.

Dry Skin or Some Other Skin Problem?

Yummy...it's ringworm! Get help from your doctor!

Yummy...it's ringworm! Get help from your doctor!

Yummy...it's ringworm! Get help from your doctor!
Skin allergy, stay out of the sun! Or use a really good sun block.
Yippity, skippity, it's Athlete's Foot. Go. See. Pharmacist.

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Just Add A Little Oil

Add oil to your bath or lotion

Oil added to your normal body lotion can immediately help your skin stay more moisturized. I like almond, avocado, sesame, or jojoba, but any kind will work.
Aura Cacia Jojoba Skin Care Oil, 4 Ounce Bottle

Aura Cacia Jojoba Skin Care Oil, 4 Ounce Bottle

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Aura Cacia Jojoba Oil, CERTIFIED ORGANIC, 4 oz. bottle Botanical Name: Simmondsia chinensis Use as a massage, skin care or bath oil. Softening, protecting and balancing. A natural source of skin-balancing plant oil. QAI Certified 100% Organic

Infrared Saunas

Hydrates the skin, Softens scars and more

Incredibly healthy for your skin and the rest of you as well. Dr. Oz on Oprah has stated that Infrared Saunas will help lower blood pressure, eliminate toxins and lose weight.
Precision Therapy Hemlock 1 Person Ceramic Heater Far Infrared Sauna - ETL Approved

Precision Therapy Hemlock 1 Person Ceramic Heater Far Infrared Sauna - ETL Approved

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An Apple a Day...

Definitely keeps the skin hydrated

Heal Dry Skin NaturallyHigh fiber diets holds water in your intestines. This allows for the body to rehydrate from the inside out. It also helps with lots of other health conditions such as constipation.

Tonic Herbs for Dry Skin

Nature's remedies are the best for dry skin

Tonic herbs have been proven to measurably improve your health and Dragon Herbs are the best out there. With the drops you can add them to a cup of tea.
Goji & Schizandra Drops, 2 Fl Oz (60 Ml)

Goji & Schizandra Drops, 2 Fl Oz (60 Ml)

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These two herbs have traditionally be used together to nurture and protect the body and mind in a wide variety of ways. First and foremost, this is an anti-aging elixir with powerful effects on our skin, eyes, sex life, detoxification functions, mental power and energy maintenance.

Try Jurlique Skin Products

Biodynamic products for excellent skin care

Why would you buy products that contain petrochemicals as many lotions do. This company creates all organic, biodynamic products. Try their Herbal Recovery Gel, Wrinkle Cream, Calendula Lotion, Daily Face Wash and more!
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Sea Salt and Oil Scrub

Get rid of dry skin so your skin can absorb lotion

Dry skin is also dead skin which does not absorb creams and lotions. Scrub off the dead skin with sea salt, while deeply moisturizing with oil. It's easy to make your own by just adding some oil to sea salt.
Deep Sea Cosmetics Sensual Dead Sea Body Salt Scrub milk and honey scent

Deep Sea Cosmetics Sensual Dead Sea Body Salt Scrub milk and honey scent

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The Body salt scrub made of natural salts from the Dead Sea absorbed into a mix of luxurious aromatic oils. Gentle and reviving, the scrub exfoliates the top layer of dead skin cells, helping circulation and rejuvenating your skin. The abrasive action of the salt fights aging, by opening the pores and allowing them to breathe. A vigorous scrub not only softens, stimulates and cleans the skin but also makes it look lighter. The results are visible after first treatment. Size - 15.8 Oz

Chocolate!? 

Eat More MUFA's like Chocolate

Foods that keep your skin well moisturized

What are MUFAs? They are foods rich in monounsaturated fatty acids. The list includes nuts, seeds, oils, olives, avocado, and chocolate. Ideally you have 2 T with every meal of one form of a MUFA. They not only help your skin, but also help lose belly fat.
Flat Belly Diet

Flat Belly Diet

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Move to Hawaii!

An Alternative Is To Humidify Your House

In winter conditions a humidifier is your friend. Heating systems really dry out the air of your home. If you use a wood stove, place a pot of water on top. A fountain also helps keep water in the air as do humidifiers. Benefits, besides for the skin, are also for the lungs and sinuses.
Essick Air 4-Speed Tower Humidifier, D46 720

Essick Air 4-Speed Tower Humidifier, D46 720

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The Latest on Eczema, Psoriasis and Rosacea

They're viewed as the result of inflammation in the body

Eczema: itchy patches of dry, flaky skin. Latest thinking is that it's caused by inflammation in the body (also the underlying cause of many life-style diseases). Some suggestions are to drink oolong tea, take lukewarm showers and baths, stay in a cool environment, and treat with aloe vera gel, chamomile or calendula cream.

Psoriasis: Red, scaly patches often found on elbows, knees and scalp. Warm, sunny weather can help but be careful if taking medication that makes you sun sensitive. Natural remedies include taking soothing oatmeal baths, sipping green tea, and zinc and milk thistle supplements.

Rosacea: Acne like condition with bumps and small pustules, with flushing of face, and visible red blood vessels. Natural remedies include avoiding triggers such as spicy food, fragrances and detergents, using gentle face products, protecting your skin from cold during winter and taking supplements of zinc and copper.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Eczema is being treated well through Chinese herbs. Find a practitioner here.
Ultraviolet Laser Therapy for Psoriasis
The latest light therapy for psoriasis.
Dr. Weil's Newletter on Natural Health
Andrew Weil is a doctor who knows traditional and nontraditional approaches to many health disorders. His newletter makes an excellent gift to yourself or a loved one.
Important!

A Simple But Important Trick In Winter Is...

keep your shower water on the cooler side. It will prevent flaky scalp and itchy skin.

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What's Your Favorite Tip or Trick For Dry Skin?

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  • oiloflife May 31, 2012 @ 4:13 am | delete
    I hope I will never need it ;)
  • grafixart Apr 30, 2012 @ 5:52 am | delete
    mix brown sugar and olive oil and use as a body scrub ..put on before bath or shower.
  • Weeble wobble May 16, 2012 @ 1:14 am | delete
    Love this! Cant wait to try!
  • aidanmurphy Apr 15, 2012 @ 11:03 pm | delete
    Great post! I have been reading your blog and I found it very interesting. I am a chef and as a payback I would like to share with you delicious recipes. Here are salsa recipe, potato salad recipe and pork tenderloin recipes. Try them, they are all worth it.
  • brynimagire Mar 16, 2012 @ 11:56 am | delete
    Great skin information.! Nice lens.
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