Recipes For Dry Skin Care Using Herbs And Essentials Oils
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Nourishing Dry Skin with Herbal and Essential Oil Recipes
Introduction
Dry skin often results from reduced oil and moisture production in our sebaceous glands. For women under 35, it's usually a lack of natural oils, while older individuals may experience complex dry skin, marked by fine lines, enlarged pores, and sagging. This can be due to genetics, poor diet?"especially deficiencies in vitamins A and B?"or environmental factors like sun and wind exposure, harsh chemicals, cosmetics, and excessive bathing with harsh soaps.
Essential Oils for Dry Skin
Some of the best essential oils for dry skin include:
- Chamomile
- Geranium
- Hyssop
- Lavender
- Patchouli
- Rose
- Sandalwood
- Ylang-Ylang
Herbal and Essential Oil Treatments
- Aloe Vera Gel: Apply topically to remove dead skin cells, soothe, heal, and moisturize the skin.
- Calendula and Comfrey: Use in a facial sauna for their skin-softening properties.
- Lavender Oil Bath: Add 4-5 drops of lavender oil to bath water, followed by evening primrose oil or Aloe Vera cream to moisturize.
- Evening Primrose Oil: Contains essential fatty acids to strengthen skin cells and boost moisture content.
- Herbal Teas: Chamomile, dandelion, or peppermint tea can be consumed to improve skin health. Brew 1 teaspoon of herbs like borage, fennel, coltsfoot, or calendula in 1 cup of boiling water and drink daily.
- Tea Tree Oil: Known for penetrating the skin, it helps to moisturize and smooth.
DIY Skin Recipes
Dry Skin Mask
Create a smooth paste using:
- 6 oz of unflavored yogurt
- Finely crushed almonds
- 2 tsp honey
- 2 tsp wheat germ oil
Apply and massage into the skin for 20 minutes, then rinse with cold water. The almonds exfoliate, honey helps the mask adhere, and the vitamin E in wheat germ oil fights free radicals.
Homemade Lip Balm for Dry, Chapped Lips
1. Heat 1 cup of almond or grape seed oil.
2. Add 2 tsp of melted beeswax and 1/4 tsp alkanet root.
3. Strain out the root.
4. Add 8-10 drops of natural flavoring oil and 3 drops of vitamin E oil.
Moisturizing Hand Treatment
For dry or chapped hands, use sandalwood, rose, or chamomile essential oils mixed with a hydrating base oil like hazelnut, avocado, or evening primrose.
Energizing Hand Moisturizer
Combine wheat germ oil with your favorite essential oil for a natural boost.
Pre-Bath Skin Treatment
Mix 1 egg yolk, 1 tsp orange juice, 1 tsp olive oil, a few drops of rose water, and lime juice. Apply before bathing for a refreshing morning skin cleanser. For a beauty mask, mix 1 egg, 1 tsp honey, 1/4 tsp olive oil, and a few drops of rose water.
Herbal Facial Sauna
Once a week, simmer 2-4 tsp of dried or fresh chamomile, lavender, and peppermint in 2 quarts of water. After steaming, cover your face with a towel to trap the steam for 15 minutes, then splash with cold water and air dry. Follow with a moisturizer or facial oil. The cooled herbal water can be used as a toning lotion.
By incorporating these herbal and essential oil treatments into your routine, you can effectively nurture and hydrate dry skin.
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