Dry Skin is the Dehydration (lose moisture) of the skin cells making the skin rough, cracked and unattractive due to age, excess fat insulation and harsh chemical substances.
• Dry Skin is a problem that a lot of people suffer from, especially those who live in the colder parts of the world.
• In other areas, as soon as the winter season begins, the skin starts to get itchy because of dryness and leads to several problems.
• Dry Skin make a person look visually less attractive, but also leads to flaking of the skin and a sensation of itchiness and irritation, which can be very difficult to deal with.
1) Acne
2) Dry Skin
3) Hair Fragility
4) Cellulitis
5) Skin Allergies
6) Psoriasis
7) Eczema (Dermatitis)
Simple Tips to Prevent Dry Skin
• Restrict/ Avoid intake of Alcohol and caffeine containing beverages since they can make the Skin drier.
• Do not use chemical soaps as it takes away the natural oil from your face.
• Massage your face at least twice a week using Rose Water and glycerin inorder to remove dry Skin and help tone the Skin.
• Protect your Skin from harsh sun rays and air pollution as they let the Skin to lose their moisture and beauty oils.
• Avoid applying makeup on dry Skins as it makes the Skin rough and dry.
• Do not use too many cosmetics or high chemical agents on your Skin, which have a harsh effect.
• Use high quality moisturisers, soaps, cleansers, face washes, scrubs and creams (but try and Figure out a natural or herbal substitute to your chemical cosmetics).
Home Remedies for Dry Skin
Home Remedies for Dry Skin
• Increase intake of Beans, Carrot, Peanut, Mango, Cucumber, and Sunflower Seeds.
• Eat fresh Fruits. Face packs that are made with Fruits (such as Bananas, Peaches, and Papayas) in combination with oils (such as Almond Oil) or Tea Tree oil are very good in reducing the dryness of the Skin. Some people also prefer to add Milk or curd in the face packs for an added glow and softness.
• Follow a good diet rich with fresh Fruits and Vegetables to keep Skin Healthy and moisturised, and also take away all the harmful toxins from the body to keep it internally clean and well functioning (also lead to an outer glow and a smooth and supple Skin).
• Prepare a paste by mixing Avocado, one Banana and half Papaya. Apply the paste on your face, neck and other dry Skin area and let it dry for 15 minutes then using warm Water wash your face. Its very useful in treating dry Skin and clear scars.
• Prepare a paste using 1 teaspoon Egg yolk, 1-2 teaspoons Milk powder, and 1 teaspoon Raw Honey. Apply the paste on face, neck and other dry Skin area and let it dry for 10-15 minutes, then wash your face using cold Water. Its very effective homemade recipe for dry Skin.
• Prepare a mixture by adding 3-4 tablespoons of fuller earth with 8-10 Mint leaves. Freeze the pack overnight. Keep outside for 10-15 minutes and then apply it on your face. After 10-15 minutes, wash off and pat dry. It has good results in treating dry Skin.
• Regular oiling of the Skin is important. Oils such as Coconut Oil or Almond Oil serve as good replenishing agents for the body’s lost moisture, and also help to fight against any kind of Allergies or possible Skin irritations.
• Raw Honey mixed with Lemon juice that helps to serve as whitening treatment as well.
• Beaten curd and other oils (such as Lavender or Tea Tree) can also do wonders.
• Cumin, Coriander and Turmeric are the best condiments and spices to be used in the diet to soothe the Skin.
• Water is the most important part of the diet for treating dry Skin. Drink about 7-8 glasses of Water daily.
Home Remedies for Dry Hands
Two (2) most essential things to do at home for dry and cracked hands are exfoliating and moisturizing.
1) To exfoliate, a simple scrub can be prepared at home by crushing some Almonds and mixing them with a little amount of Almond Oil (or Rose Water). The hard pieces of Almond will help scrub the Skin well, and will take away the dried and peeled parts, giving the hands a healthier and cleaner feel. After hard exfoliating, its importance to rinse hands, then moisturise them.
2) To moisturize, Almond Oil is again very good, but you can also use Coconut Oil.
• Applying a mix of Raw Honey and Lemon juice on the hands can also be helpful as they act as a disinfectant for the hands. Raw Honey will help get the smoothness back and Lime will help deal with the peeled parts of the Skin.
• Be careful of simple things such as wearing gloves while washing clothes and washing utensils.
• The soaps and hand-washes too should be mild and not very strong.
Home Remedies for Dry Feet
• Its important to let your feet breathe.
• Be careful when choosing shoes, considering soft and comfortable qualities.
• Keep your feet clean as much as possible.
• Remember to moisturize your feet by regular foot massages with Coconut Oil.
Homemade Recipes for The Skin Care
Homemade Recipes for Sunburn Skin Care
• Cucumber closes the open pores and gives coolness to the sunburn Skin. The people who like natural ways of beauty treatment will find it very useful and important.
• Mix two (2) teaspoons each of Milk cream and Tomato juice and keep it at a cool place. Apply it on face with Cotton. wash it after 10-12 minutes. It gives relief in sunburn.
• Apply Aloe Vera juice to the sunburn area. Simply break off a leaf of an Aloe Vera plant and rub it directly onto the burn.
• Apple Cider Vinegar is an excellent natural, homemade remedy to relieve the redness and the discomfort of the sunburn. Just dab a generous amount of Apple Cider Vinegar onto the affected sunburn. You’ll feel its cooling power immediately. Repeat the application as necessary until the burning sensation is completely gone.
Homemade Recipes for Facial Care
• Rub thin slices of Water Melon on the face, or its juice on the face and neck and leave it for 15 minutes. It will make you cool and fresh.
• Take a teaspoon of Cucumber juice, a few drops of Lime juice and little Turmeric powder and apply the liquid on the face, neck and other parts for half an hour. It makes dark and dull Skin fair.
• The face can brighten up and Skin glow with application of 1 tsp each of Cucumber juice, Rose Water and Milk.
• Take out juice of a small Cucumber and add 1/4 of Lime juice and some Rose Water in it. Apply the paste on face and neck and leave it for 15 minutes. It is excellent for oily and dull Skin. It makes the Skin little dry and smooth.
• Take a teaspoon of Cucumber juice, a tsp of Milk and 1/4 tsp of Lime juice, mix it and apply on the face for 15 minutes. It will open all pores on the Skin which is necessary for cleanliness.
• Remove the Skin of a Pear and mash it. Take white portion of an egg and beat it, mix them. Now apply the liquid on the face. wash the face with fresh Water after 20-30 minutes.
• Boil the Skin of an Orange in Water and use it like a Skin tonic. Cut its Skin into small pieces and rub them on arms and neck. Grind two wet Almonds, add 2 tsp of Milk, 1 tsp of Carrot and Orange Juice and apply the thick paste on neck and face. wash the face with fresh Water after ? hour. The blemishes will vanish and the Skin will become soft and smooth.
• Take a tsp of mashed Papaya and apply it on face and neck for 15 minutes. It makes the Skin soft, smooth and fair and helps in pimples too.
• Application of Coconut Water on the Skin cleanses it and makes it fair.
• Take a tsp of Apple juice and 1/4 tsp of Lime juice and apply it on the face.
Homemade Recipes for Dull Complexion
• To remove blemishes, add Mustard powder in Milk and apply it on affected area.
• Massage unboiled Milk on face, it makes Skin smooth and fair.
• Make a paste of Milk, Carrots, Orange and Milk and apply it on face for 15 minutes.
• Grind two (2) wet Almonds and add Milk to it. Apply this every night at bedtime.
• Add gram flour (besan), Lime juice, Turmeric in Milk and apply on face.
• Add Lime juice and Milk, apply it on face, it glows in a few days.
• Grind Almonds, add Raw Honey and warm Milk and apply it on dry Skin.
• Add Milk in fermented flour. It is good mask for oily Skin.
Invaluable Nutrients for Skin Health & Appearance
1) Omega-3 Fats (DHA & EPA)
Omega-3 Fatty Acids are long-chain polyunsaturated essential fatty acids family that includes:
Linolenic acid
• ALA (alpha-linolenic acid),
• EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid),
• DPA (docosapentaenoic acid) and
• DHA (docosahexaenoic acid).
They are necessary for human health and must be consumed in the diet because the body cannot make it, but you have to get them through food.
• Given linolenic acid, the body can make EPA (eicosapentanoic acid) and DHA (docosahexanoic acid).
• ALA (alpha-linolenic acid) is found in Flaxseed
3) DMAE (Dimethylethanolamine)
Dimethylaminoethanol & Dimethylethanolamine (DMAE and DMEA respectively), with deanol, are common names for 2-(dimethylamino)ethanol.
• DMAE is a Choline molecule with one less methyl group, and has the ability to reduce build-up of the age pigmentation known as beta-amyloid.
• It is the active component of Centrophenoxine, or Lucidril, a pharmaceutical designed for cognitive health in the Elderly.
4) Astaxanthin
A natural Carotenoid (the main Carotenoid pigment that imparts the characteristic pink pigment found in aquatic animals such as Shrimp, Lobster Fish, and Salmon Fish in the wild) that prevents Lipid peroxidation and assists in mending DNA breakdown.
• A 200g portion of Salmon Fish contains approximately 1–7 mg of astaxanthin and is rarely found in plant foods.
Astaxanthin has stronger anti-oxidant activity than both Beta-Carotene and Lutein (in fact 10 times higher than Beta-Carotene) and can be more than 100 times more effective than Vitamin E.
Astaxanthin has a number of essential biological functions:
• Protection against oxidation of essential Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids, protection against UV light effects, Provitamin A activity, immune response, pigmentation, communication, and improved reproduction.
• Reduce oxidative Stress and inflammation, thus enhance immune response, exhibit cardioprotective properties, and inhibit Cancer cell growth.
Note:
* Astaxanthin is the marine-based pigment responsible for the Salmon Fish‘s red colour known to have ten (10) times more anti-oxidant power than Carotenoids.
Top Three (3) Skin Health Foods Secrets
1) Organic Canned Tomato Paste
• Eat a heaping tablespoon of organic canned Tomato paste each day.
• Tomatoes produce Lycopene (a protective Plant Compound that help Tomatoes from the damaging effects of the sun’s rays and it can do the same thing for our Skin).
• Tomato is a super-concentrated source of Carotenoids which are fantastic for lowering damages and aging to Skin cells, by lowering inflammation and oxidation at the cellular level.
2) Wild Salmon Fish
• Eat wild Salmon Fish (preferably red sockeye) 5 days a week.
• Salmon Fish is the only food on the planet that provides a big dose of 4 nutrients that are invaluable for Skin Health and appearance (Omega-3 fats (DHA and EPA), Vitamin D, DMAE (a powerful antioxidant beneficial for Skin tone) and astaxanthin (the marine-based pigment responsible for the Salmon Fish‘s red colour known to have ten (10) times more anti-oxidant power than Carotenoids).
3) Cocoa (Dark Chocolate)
• Eat lots of Cocoa (Dark Chocolate) flavanols.
• Flavanols (a family of potent anti-oxidants Plant Compounds uniquely concentrated in cacao Beans) provides several Skin Health benefits including enhancing blood flow, decreasing inflammation and oxidation.
• They also provide natural built in SPF.
• Dark Chocolate (the tastiest way to eat yourself younger) is exploding with powerful anti-oxidants that work in synergy to provide three (3) of the cardinal goals for slowing the aging process namely:
• Boosting blood flow,
• Reducing oxidation and,
• Minimizing inflammation
• For best results enjoy a prudent portion (1/2 to 1 ounce) of high quality (60% or more cacao) Dark Chocolate regularly.
Dry Skin Remedies from Food
• Acai Berries – Many people use Acai Berries to get rid of scars, Stretch Marks, crow’s feet and dry Skin. Acai oil is frequently used in modern cosmetic products because the antioxidants in the oil can relieve irritation and redness and moisturize the Skin.
• African Nightshade – The whole African Nightshades plant is Diaphoretic (increases Sweating) and emollient/moisturizes (increase the Skin‘s hydration by reducing evaporation).
• Alfalfa – chlorophyll in Alfalfa is a good body detoxifier (cleansing our body of impurities), Fights Infection, break down carbon dioxide and reduce any action that involves anaerobic bacteria. chlorophyll is rich in Vitamin A and enzymes which helps in the maintenance and construction of Skin that is healthy and glowing (inside out). Alfalfa helps cure dry Skin problem and improves complexion and the texture of Skin, though its chlorophyll (especially Vitamin A) actions.
• Almonds – Almonds are also applied on the Skin for nourishing. Face massage using Almond Oil makes the Skin soft and removes dry Skin. This is natural and best.
• Aloe Vera – Its very effective Herbal Remedy for dry Skin as it replenishes the Skin by providing the nutrients and its extracts are used for massaging the Skin.
• Apple – Apple is an effective home remedy for dry Skin. It contains Potassium and Tannin that are vital for maintaining the healthy texture of the Skin, removes the dryness of the Skin and makes it appear shinier. Take 2-3 Apples, grate them and apply on the Skin, keep it for 20 minutes and then wash using cold Water.
• Beans – Beans act to protect the Skin and mucosa because of their good source of 2 Vitamins (Niacin and Pantothenic Acid). Niacin (PP Factor or Vitamin B3) and Pantothenic Acid are 2 vitamin factors that are very important for healthy Skin. Serious Niacin deficiency results in pellagra (characterized by dermatitis (dry, cracked, red Skin), muscular weakness, Diarrhea and Indigestion / Dyspepsia(Indigestion)). Beans are a good source of Niacin because they provide preformed Niacin and Tryptophan (an essential Amino Acids that converts to Niacin and are richest in dried Beans). Pantothenic Acid is involved in cellular Metabolism. Its lack produces Skin conditions and Hair Fragility. Beans are recommended in cases of Eczema, itching Skin, dry Skin, cutaneous Allergies and general dermatosis. Beans lack Methionine (one of the essential Amino Acids) and Vitamin B12 (as other plant based foods), poor in Provitamin A, Vitamin C, and fats.
• Broccoli – Broccoli contains Pantothenic Acid and Vitamin A which work together to improve rough Skin.
• Cantaloupe – It is also required for maintaining healthy Skin membranes.
• Carrot – Eat Carrots for glowing Skin. Carrots are a great source of Beta-Carotene and a wealth of other Carotenoids, which gives our Skin that healthy glow. Beta-Carotene also helps with Collagen production.
• Caviar – Caviar is rich in Vitamin A which helps to correct damaged Skin tissue and prevents wear of cells. It is also rich in Vitamin E that moisturizes the Skin in depth to cope with the condition of excessively dry Skin.
• Cowpea – The levels of anti-oxidants and the Fiber in Cowpea, helps in removing the free radicals causing Skin damage, repair the already damaged Skin cells and ensure a firm, elastic and youthful Skin, hence delaying ageing signs. The Skin is smooth and free form ugly signs like wrinkles and fine lines.
• Cucumber – Cucumber cleanses and beautifies the Skin. They are highly alkaline characterized by its content of Potassium, Calcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Iron and Sulfur (a trace element). Provides the Sulfur needed for healthy Skin cells, nails and Hair. Hydrate the Skin. Cleanses the bloodstream of toxic wastes and recommended for Eczema, dermatosis and Psoriasis. Effective beauty treatment whose best results is achieved by both internal use (eaten as food) and external use (rubbing it directly on the Skin or placing thin slices on the affected areas). Cucumber is also commonly used for dryness especially of the face as its juices have a cooling effect on the face and provide the lost Water content to the face and reduce its dryness.
• Finger Millet – Eating Finger Millet regularly enables one to have a smooth, youthful Skin thanks to the Amino Acids (such as Lysine and Methionine) which help in the formation of Collagen, thereby slowing appearance of wrinkles.
• Jute Mallow – Jute plant consists of ample amount of Vitamin A which is essential for better Skin Health and cell growth. Vitamin A is essential for Wound healing, Skin re-growth and is also required to support all of the epithelial (Skin) cells both internally and externally. Some research recommends that Riboflavin can decrease the time needed for Wound healing, can decrease Skin inflammation and cracked lips, and can help naturally slow signs of aging.
• Lemon – Lemon has a lot of benefits to our health. Mix one teaspoon Lime juice with one teaspoon Avocado and apply this on the face and let it dry for 10-20 minutes, it will clean the Skin and remove dry Skin.
• Malabar Spinach – The sap has a softening or soothing effect especially to the Skin.
• Mango – Mangoes helps maintain healthy Skin and contributes to proper Skin hydration and tone. Mangoes nourishes the Skin. It help guard against Skin dryness and scaling most probably due to its Vitamin A. Vitamin A is essential to the maintenance of epithelial tissues (such as the Skin) and the mucosa that line the body’s internal systems. Carotenoids are potent antioxidants that neutralizes oxidizing free radicals (molecules responsible for cellular aging). Recommended in cases of Eczema, dermatosis (Skin degeneration), Skin dryness and preventive premature Skin aging.
• Peanut – Regular Peanut consumption promotes good health for both the Skin and mucosa. Peanut‘s high levels of Niacin and unSaturated Fatty Acids (essential substances for Skin cell regeneration and health) is beneficial. Peanut Oil is highly recommended both taken orally or as a lotion on the Skin in cases of Eczema, dry Skin or dermatitis in general. Peanut nourishes and fortifies the Skin. Peanut fatty acids play a vital role in the formation and restoration of the Skin. Peanuts contain Niacin (Vitamin B3) which is an essential substances for Skin cell regeneration and health. For pellagra, Peanuts Niacin (Vitamin B3) is beneficial. Serious Niacin deficiency results in pellagra (characterized by dermatitis (dry, cracked, red Skin), muscular weakness, Diarrhea and Indigestion).
• Pumpkin Leaves – Pumpkin Leaf consists of Vitamin A, which helps to keep the Skin soft and supple by ensuring moisture retention, thus preventing dryness, keratinization and Skin conditions.
• Raw Honey – Raw Honey is a natural Skin care. Take 1/2 tablespoon of Raw Honey and mix it with 1-2 tablespoon of Rose Water, then apply on face, neck, and other dry Skin area to clean the Skin, tones it, and makes it glowing.
• Sunflower Seeds – Sunflower Seeds are good for dematitis in general and is recommended for Eczema, cracked and dry Skin
• Water – Keep your Skin Healthy and glowing.
Dry Skin Remedies from Herbs
• Common Club Moss – Club Moss powder is homeopathically employed for attacked surfaces of the Skin. Club Moss powder comes from the pollen yielded from yellowish spikes of a 4 year old Club Moss plant.
• Horsetail – Horsetail washings and baths are beneficial for inflammation of the Nail Bed, cracked feet, caries, old decomposing Wounds, cancer-like growths, bony projections on the heal, Fistulas, barber’s itch and other herpes. Horsetail extract is an excellent remedy for Sweaty feet. The extract is rubbed into the well washed and dried feet and a cup of Horsetail tea is drunk on an empty stomach half an hour before Breakfast daily.
• Moringa – Zinc which is contained in Moringa plays a vital role in Skin Health. The hydrating and detoxifying effects of Moringa extracts help in neutralizing the effects of harmful pollutants, prevents wrinkles, and slows premature aging. Aqueous leaves extract of Moringa helps in healing Wounds with respect to skin-breaking strength, Wound closure rate and reduction in the scar area. Fresh leaves and growing tips of Moringa contain Vitamin A which helps in maintenance of Skin integrity. Vitamin A is essential for healthy, radiant Skin and Vitamin E protects cells from oxidative Stress helping Fight the signs of ageing. Anti-oxidants (Vitamin A and Vitamin E) are essential for protecting, repairing and preventing cell damage, helping support the ageing process of the Skin in the long-term. They counteract oxidative Stress and the effects of free radicals.
• Small Herbal Bitters – Warts, Liver Spots, Corns, moles, Hemorrhoids even Birthmarks and seborrhoea will disappear, if they are moistened repeatedly with Swedish Bitters. Swedish Bitters take away scars, even if very old, Wounds and cuts if moistened up to 40 times with them. All the Wounds heal and leave no scars. For Corns, a Cotton ball, moistened with Swedish Bitters drops, is applied and kept moist. After 3 days the Corns fall out or can be removed painlessly.
