Natural Remedies for Dry Skin

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Could Winter Be Any Drier?

This great state that I live in is bone dry as many western states are. Add a hot summer, a cold winter, and forced air heat or a wood stove and your skin is going to get very dry. 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.

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.

This is NOT Dry Skin: It's Ringworm

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Patch, Patch, Patch 

You can feel your skin hydrating with the use of these patches. Stimulates existing glutathione and carnosine that is already in your cells, that normally diminish with age. Try these innovative patches from Lifewave for 30 days, risk free.
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Just Add A Little Oil 

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.
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This is NOT Dry Skin: It's A Sun Allergy

Infrared Saunas 

Hydrates the skin, Softens scars and more

Incredibly healthy for your skin and the rest of you as well.
Ironman 2-Person FIR Carbon Tech Sauna

Ironman 2-Person FIR Carbon Tech Sauna

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Apple, Anyone?

An Apple a Day... 

Definitely keeps the skin hydrated

High 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 

Schizandra and Lycium Drops

These two Chinese herbs are not only incredible for your skin and your eyes, but also give you energy, mental focus, detox the body and so much more. Can be added to tea for a soothing drink.
Dragon Herbs
Check out Dragon Herbs other recommendations for dry skin as well.

This is NOT Dry Skin: It's Athlete's Foot

Try Jurlique 

Biodynamic products for excellent skin care

This company creates all organic, biodynamic products. Try their Herbal Recovery Gel, Wrinkle Cream, Calendula Lotion, Daily Face Wash and more!
Jurlique Calendula Cream (4.3 oz)

Jurlique Calendula Cream (4.3 oz)

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Really keeps the face hydrated.

Sea Salt and Oil Scrub 

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 of oil to sea salt.
Seacret Dead Sea Salt & Oil Scrub Lemongrass Scent

Seacret Dead Sea Salt & Oil Scrub Lemongrass Scent

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Chocolate!?

Eat More MUFA's 

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! 

Or Florida or any other place with high humidity.

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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 the skin, are also for the lungs and sinuses.
Soleus Air CFM-40 E 40-Pint Dehumidifier with Humidistat

Soleus Air CFM-40 E 40-Pint Dehumidifier with Humidistat

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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.

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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Overall vital well-being can be achieved with subtle energy healing. Find out more on my blog Science of Energy Healing

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