Winter 2009
10 Tips to Deal with Dry Winter Skin
If you’re like me then you’re experiencing the dry itchy skin of winter: “scratch, scratch”. The air is cold and dry so I find myself both dehydrated and lacking enough oil to keep me soft and silky. Here are a few of my favorite ideas to keep you soft this time of year.
1. Drink a small glass of water (never cold) before going to bed and immediately when you awake in the morning.
2. Steam yourself either in the shower or in a sauna. You can even steam your face over a hot pot of water.
3. Exfoliate or dry-brush well before bathing and then moisturizing afterward.
4. Use a heavier moisturizer in the winter than you do in the summer.
5. When you’re outside wear gloves to keep your hands warm. This encourages the oil gland to function properly.
6. Regular excersize will help keep your blood pumping and your oil production regular.
7. Honey is a wonderful natural humectant and I encourage you to use it in your bath water. Also try applying it directly to your face while soaking in the tub.
8. Keep a spritzer full of water in your desk, locker or glove box. Mist your face whenever you think about it.
9. Listen to your body when it craves heavier and higher fat foods in the winter. (We’re talking the “good fats” so be sure to read the labels!) Try replacing some of those summer foods with nuts, seeds, avocados or ghee. It’s as simple as adding ½ tsp. of organic butter to your oatmeal in the morning…yummy!
10. Use a great hydrating mask twice a week. Muddy H2O Chocolate or Chocolate Blueberry Mask fit’s nicely into a healthy winter beauty regimen!Seasonal Winter Fruit Masks:
This year I’ve discovered even more ways to enjoy my favorite winter fruits; quince, pomegranate and apple cider. Their juices make wonderful refreshing masks loaded with nutrients, pectin and enzymes!
1 tsp. Muddy H2O Oatmeal Mask
½ tsp. Honey
1 ½ tsp. Favorite Winter Fruit JuiceCombine all ingredients and mix well. Apply to your face and neck area and relax for 15 minutes. Rinse well with water and pat dry. Moisturize as needed.
