Natural Winter Skin Care
I woke up this morning and looked out the window of my home here in sunny Manitoba, Canada to see a fresh blanket of *the white stuff* on the ground.
Yes, we got a blast of old man winter, yet AGIAN last night!
All-be-it that it is nice and sunny today, it is VERY cold out there...
Winter is a wonderful time of the year - holidays, warm fires, crisp air, and for many, fresh fallen snow.
Bur the colder temperature and lower humidity affect the condition of your skin and hair.
Inside of your home, it is pretty easy to protect yourself from the harsh elements of the long winter months... Outside is a different game all together!
Here are some suggestions for protecting your skin and hair from the dammaging cold temperature, low humidity and unbearable wind chills!
TIP #1:
The skin on your hands is thinner than in other areas of your body, and it needs extra protection and care. Make sure that after washing your hands you dry thoroughly and use a good hand cream. Wearing gloves outdoors will also protect them and keep your skin soft.
TIP #2:
Elbows, knees, and feet are completely covered in the winter months, and usually forgotten until spring. Clothing and boots can cause friction that creates a buildup of thick skin. A good scrubbing with a natural lofah sponge, followed by a rich cream will remove any problems here.
TIP #3:
Sun protection is very important in the winter months, just as it is year-round. Many people forget to use sunscreen, but sun reflects off snow and ice, and you can actually get double the sun exposure.
TIP #4:
Protect your lips with a good lip balm, and avoid licking your lips as much as possible, since that will cause your lips to crack and chap. If you get a bad case of chapped or cracked lips, use some Vaseline Intensive care before bed, and you should be good to go in the morning.
TIP #5:
Winter winds and low humidity are also hard on your hair, and using a rich, deep hair conditioner is important to restore moisture to your hair.
TIP #6:
One way to keep your skin in great shape is getting a massage. You don't have to go to a specialist for this: just get out your favorite massage oil and ask a family member to give you a quick massage. Then relax and enjoy the experience and the benefits.
Here are some of the best *natural* beauty ingredients available for winter skin and hair care:
Baking Soda:
Can be used as a deodorant, bath powder, or tooth whitener. Mixed with water, it helps remove residues from hairstyling products, making your hair clean and shiny.
Beans:
Finely ground until powder-like, beans make a great cleanser for your face and body: just add the powdered beans to your favorite cleanser and massage into damp skin. Dry beans are rich in protein, potassium and iron, all good ingredients for healthy skin.
Citrus Fruit:
Contains citric acid, which kills bacteria on the skin. Also, the fresh scent is a known energizer. Rinse your hair with lemon juice mixed with water when you hair is dull and tired.
Maple Syrup:
Can be used as a facial mask, or hair conditioner, and it's one of the best natural moisturizers. For best results, make sure you look for syrup marked 100% pure.
Tea Tree Oil:
This oil has very powerful antibacterial and antiviral qualities, and it's easily absorbed by the skin.
Enjoy your beautiful skin and hair this coming winter!
Sincerely,
-Darren Salkeld
Editor, Healthy Living - It's YOUR Choice!
Yes, we got a blast of old man winter, yet AGIAN last night!
All-be-it that it is nice and sunny today, it is VERY cold out there...
Winter is a wonderful time of the year - holidays, warm fires, crisp air, and for many, fresh fallen snow.
Bur the colder temperature and lower humidity affect the condition of your skin and hair.
Inside of your home, it is pretty easy to protect yourself from the harsh elements of the long winter months... Outside is a different game all together!
Here are some suggestions for protecting your skin and hair from the dammaging cold temperature, low humidity and unbearable wind chills!
TIP #1:
The skin on your hands is thinner than in other areas of your body, and it needs extra protection and care. Make sure that after washing your hands you dry thoroughly and use a good hand cream. Wearing gloves outdoors will also protect them and keep your skin soft.
TIP #2:
Elbows, knees, and feet are completely covered in the winter months, and usually forgotten until spring. Clothing and boots can cause friction that creates a buildup of thick skin. A good scrubbing with a natural lofah sponge, followed by a rich cream will remove any problems here.
TIP #3:
Sun protection is very important in the winter months, just as it is year-round. Many people forget to use sunscreen, but sun reflects off snow and ice, and you can actually get double the sun exposure.
TIP #4:
Protect your lips with a good lip balm, and avoid licking your lips as much as possible, since that will cause your lips to crack and chap. If you get a bad case of chapped or cracked lips, use some Vaseline Intensive care before bed, and you should be good to go in the morning.
TIP #5:
Winter winds and low humidity are also hard on your hair, and using a rich, deep hair conditioner is important to restore moisture to your hair.
TIP #6:
One way to keep your skin in great shape is getting a massage. You don't have to go to a specialist for this: just get out your favorite massage oil and ask a family member to give you a quick massage. Then relax and enjoy the experience and the benefits.
Here are some of the best *natural* beauty ingredients available for winter skin and hair care:
Baking Soda:
Can be used as a deodorant, bath powder, or tooth whitener. Mixed with water, it helps remove residues from hairstyling products, making your hair clean and shiny.
Beans:
Finely ground until powder-like, beans make a great cleanser for your face and body: just add the powdered beans to your favorite cleanser and massage into damp skin. Dry beans are rich in protein, potassium and iron, all good ingredients for healthy skin.
Citrus Fruit:
Contains citric acid, which kills bacteria on the skin. Also, the fresh scent is a known energizer. Rinse your hair with lemon juice mixed with water when you hair is dull and tired.
Maple Syrup:
Can be used as a facial mask, or hair conditioner, and it's one of the best natural moisturizers. For best results, make sure you look for syrup marked 100% pure.
Tea Tree Oil:
This oil has very powerful antibacterial and antiviral qualities, and it's easily absorbed by the skin.
Enjoy your beautiful skin and hair this coming winter!
Sincerely,
-Darren Salkeld
Editor, Healthy Living - It's YOUR Choice!
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