How to Cure Dry Skin
April 1, 2009
Dry skin is a common problem most of us suffer from, especially during the winters. Although dry skin in itself is no great problem but it leads to other problems like premature wrinkles and itchy skin. Dry skin can be avoided with a bit of extra care and caution.
Recognizing dry skin
You know your skin is getting dry when it has a dry thin papery touch, the pores may appear really fine. After a face wash, your skin feels tight, flaky patches may appear and your skin rarely breaks out in spots
Basic tips of taking care of dry skin
Dry skin is susceptible to weather. So try and defend it, as far as possible, from harsh weather conditions. Defend it against wind, sun and water. Dry skin must not be washed with cold water and soap, nor should astringent creams be used. Instead, use a moisturizer generously after washing your face with warm water. The freshener should be non-alcoholic, since alcohol dries the skin. Moisturizer should be spread gradually on the face by giving outward motion either with cotton or fingers. Use moisturizer on your neck and other parts, which are uncovered. Diet, rich with vitamins A, B, C, and D must be taken.
Home remedies to treat dry skin
The skin around your eyes corners of your mouth and cheeks is very thin and vulnerable, and are hence affected greatly by the lack of moisture. They start looking dull and lifeless even at an early age. This can be treated with simple home remedies.
Banana and Papaya
Make a paste of one banana, one papaya, peach or avocado. Apply it to clean skin and leave it for 20-30 minutes. Then rinse and apply a moisturizer of margarine or natural oils.
Honey
A mixture of honey, dry milk powder and egg yolk applied once every week is considered one of the best home remedies for dry skin.
Cucumber
Cucumber is always known for its refreshing qualities. When grated and the paste applied around eyes, it moisturizes the thin skin around your eyes, tightens them and leaves the skin fresh and wrinkle free.
Papaya
You can also make a paste of raw papaya and apply it to the affected area, papaya contains healing vitamins and a lot of moisture, and it also removes dead skin, and purifies the skin.
Easy tricks
You can avoid having dry and itchy skin by some simple tricks. Avoid rinsing face with tap water; instead use mineral water to wash your skin. Avoid using soap; instead use non-detergent, pH balanced products for cleansing. Be very gentle on your skin. Dry skin needs lot of thorough but gentle cleansing, regular stimulation with massage and generous quantities of oil and moisture.
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