Are you sick of experimenting with different organic skin care products to treat that dry flaky skin? ‘Well, we have got you covered’!

What is dry skin?

When the skin is not retaining adequate moisture it becomes dry. Common signs of dry skin include a rough and flaky texture, constant itching, gray skin (common in dark complexions), cracked skin and chapped lips.

Common causes

This can be because of the use of harsh shower gels, frequent showers, particularly with warm water, and some medical conditions. During the winter season, the air is less humid.hence the water content in the skin also reaches a dangerously low level. This leads to a higher probability of dry and itchy skin.

Dry skin is not worrisome, but definitely very irritating! The good thing is you don’t have to book an appointment at any dermatologist’s or spend money on costly skin care products.

Here are a few simple organic skin care remedies that you can try to treat your dry skin:

Whip up some olive oil

This is the best organic skin care product. It is rich with vitamins A, D, K and E that are great for moisturizing skin and improving skin elasticity. The squalene compound in the olive oil is a great antioxidant. This helps reverse any damage caused to the skin, by harmful ultraviolet rays.

What you have to do is simply rub the oil onto your skin and wipe off your face. The olive oil cleans off any dirt on the skin’s surface without getting rid of the skin’s natural oil.

Try the wonder wand; Avocado mask

Nutrients like lecithin, potassium and vitamin E in avocados nourish the skin. When the epidermis absorbs these nutrients; new skin layers are formed. Avocados also have antioxidants which heal dry and irritated skin. Any inflammation and redness caused by dry skin can also be treated with the aforementioned avocado, thus making it a good organic skin care ingredient.

How to use:

Cut the avocado into half and make a puree of it. Add one teaspoon olive oil to the puree and mix it until it’s fully incorporated into the mixture. Apply the mask evenly on the face and leave it for 15 minutes. Wash off with water and feel the instant difference it makes to your skin.

Exfoliate with sugar and olive oil

Make the best organic skin scrub at home; using some olive oil and sugar. Both things are easily available at home in your kitchen cabinets. All you need is half a cup of sugar and two tablespoons of olive oil. Mix it thoroughly. Apply all over the face or any part of the body that’s dry to touch. Scrub it gently for a few minutes. Wash off with water and pat dry. You can include this in your daily skin care routine to see effective results.

Save some oats from your breakfast

Oats contain beta glucan that is known to naturally attract moisture to the skin. The avenanthramides and polyphenols in the oats are great skin soothers. The cleansing saponins in oats eliminate dead and dry cells on the skin’s surface. So oats are a great option when it comes to treating dry flaky skin and are a famous ingredient in organic skin care products.

How to use:

Soak your skin in some organic oatmeal

Add a cup of oatmeal in warm water and wash your face or any affected area with it. It’s also recommended that you add oatmeal to your bathtub.

Oatmeal and honey mask

All you need is two tablespoons of oats and one tablespoon of honey along with some water. Mix the ingredients and heat it for 20 seconds. Apply mixture on your face and rub it gently in circular motions. Leave it on for 10 minutes and wash your face.

Coconut oil massage

Coconut oil is present in most organic skin care products. The emollient properties of coconut oil are known to moisturize the skin. The saturated fatty cells fill up the space between skin cells, thus making it smooth. The anti-inflammatory property of the oil helps reduce any itchiness and irritation caused by dry patchy skin.

Just apply a few drops of coconut oil on your hands and massage gently on the affected areas. Use regularly for best results.

Slather some Petroleum jelly

This mineral oil is known to form a thick protective layer on the skin, trapping moisture. This heals the dry patches on the skin. It can be used to treat chapped lips, dry heels and other parts of the body.

Apply the petroleum jelly on dry patches of skin before going to sleep every night.

Milk compresses

Milk contains lactic acid which acts as a natural anti-inflammatory product. It enhances the elasticity of the skin by nourishing the skin down to the innermost layer. Milk is packed with a wide range of minerals and vitamins. The magnesium in the milk is good for healthy skin as it prevents ageing that’s caused by dry skin. Vitamin A in the milk aids in sebum production to prevent the skin from getting dry. The vitamin B12 and D helps with collagen production and replacing dead cells with new ones. Thus, milk is the best organic skin care product for revitalizing dry skin and making it soft and supple.

All you have to do is take a wet cloth. Soak this cloth in some cold milk and press it onto your skin. Use it for 15 minutes at least for a complete healing. You will notice how the itchiness goes away.

Soothe those dry patches with some Aloe Vera

This is a great organic skin care remedy for redness caused by dried, irritated skin. Aloe Vera contains polysacrides which repair and renew skin cells. Aloe Vera comprises 95 percent water component. This hydrates the skin and locks in moisture. Aloe Vera also makes the outermost layer of the skin cells stick together, leading to smoother skin.

All you need to do is cut open an aloe Vera leaf and extract some clear gel out. Apply a handful on the affected areas and notice the result.

Apart from these it is important to keep certain tips in mind to prevent dry skin:

Make sure to moisturize your skin every day after each shower and before going to bed.
Avoid hot showers and try to make the bath time as short as possible.
Try using mild soaps on the skin. As harsh soaps containing apple cider vinegar and alcohol can cause dryness.
Try to keep yourself hydrated at all times by drinking plenty of water.

So folks, don’t worry if you’re battling with dry, flaky skin. Follow these simple organic skin care remedies in your routine and get smooth and silky skin.