How To Care For Dry Skin Care

What Is Dry Skin?

Dry skin has a low level of sebum and can be prone to sensitivity. The skin has a parched look caused by its inability to retain moisture. It usually feels "tight" and uncomfortable after washing unless some type of moisturizer or skin cream is applied. Chapping and cracking are signs of extremely dry, dehydrated skin.

Main Causes Of Dryness:

1. Poor Diet
2. Environmental factors.
3. Genetic conditions
4. Smoking
5. Dehydration
6. Central heating and air conditioning
7. Hot baths and showers
8. Harsh soaps and detergents
9. Thyroid disorders

 How To Care For Dry Skin

• Morning Skin Cleanser

Every morning 15 minutes before taking your bath

1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon orange juice
1 teaspoon olive oil and
few drops of rose water
few drops of lime juice

Mix the above ingredients together and apply on your skin.

• Egg And Honey Mask

1 egg
1 teaspoon of honey,
1/2 teaspoon of olive oil and
few drops of rose water

Mix the ingredients thoroughly and use as mask. 

• Avocado Face Mask.

 A classic recipe for dry skin. Mash the avocado in a bowl, then stir in honey.Apply to skin and leave for 10 minutes. Rinse face with a cool washcloth.

• Milk Cream& Turmeric Mask

          1/2 tsp Rosewater
          1 tblsp Thick Milk Cream
          A pinch Turmeric Powder
 Apply this on your face and arms, and keep as such for a couple of hours. Bathe with warm water and soap and wash off till all the residue of cream has gone.This will leave your skin radiant and glowing. 

• Multani Mitti Or Fuller's Earth Mask:

Make a paste of multani mitti or fuller's earth and a little cream and spread it gently on the face. Let it dry for about an hour. Then wash your face with cold water and see how fresh and clean your face looks.

Diet Recommendations

1. Eat balance diet
2. Drink at least 2 quarts of quality water every day to keep the skin well hydrated
3. Avoid soft drinks and junk food
4. Avoid alcohol and caffeine.  
5. Avoid fried foods, animal fats