The bitter cold weather is doing havoc on my sensitive skin. And despite the lotions that I slather on my body, I still have to deal with dry skin. So I decided to search for some natural remedies that might provide the same moisturizing relief without the chemicals. I thought these would be fun to try on a winter afternoon:
Oatmeal and Yogurt Exfoliant
To create this exfoliant, mix 1 cup uncooked oatmeal and a few spoonfuls of plain yogurt to create an exfoliating paste. Use this as a gentle body scrub to remove dry, flaky skin and dead skin cells. The oatmeal will do the scrubbing while the yogurt does the moisturizing.
Hydrating Facial Mask
In a small bowl, mix an avocado, a raw egg, and a teaspoon of coconut oil to form a creamy paste. Apply the paste to your face and let it work its magic for 25 - 30 minutes. Rinse with warm water. Raw eggs and avocados contain natural moisturizing proteins, making them a super combo for fresh, luxurious skin. Adding coconut oil provides a boost of antioxidants.
Milk Bath
To make a milk bath, first fill your bathtub with warm water and add up to five cups of rich, whole milk or buttermilk. Light a few candles, turn on some tunes, and soak yourself for twenty to thirty minutes. Milk contains proteins that can help smooth and rejuvenate dry skin.
Enjoy these recipes!
Oatmeal and Yogurt Exfoliant
To create this exfoliant, mix 1 cup uncooked oatmeal and a few spoonfuls of plain yogurt to create an exfoliating paste. Use this as a gentle body scrub to remove dry, flaky skin and dead skin cells. The oatmeal will do the scrubbing while the yogurt does the moisturizing.
Hydrating Facial Mask
In a small bowl, mix an avocado, a raw egg, and a teaspoon of coconut oil to form a creamy paste. Apply the paste to your face and let it work its magic for 25 - 30 minutes. Rinse with warm water. Raw eggs and avocados contain natural moisturizing proteins, making them a super combo for fresh, luxurious skin. Adding coconut oil provides a boost of antioxidants.
Milk Bath
To make a milk bath, first fill your bathtub with warm water and add up to five cups of rich, whole milk or buttermilk. Light a few candles, turn on some tunes, and soak yourself for twenty to thirty minutes. Milk contains proteins that can help smooth and rejuvenate dry skin.
Enjoy these recipes!
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