TIPS TO MOISTURIZE DRY SKIN

What food should we eat to moisturize dry skin?

Keeping the skin smooth,shining and healthy requires food rich in antioxidants,essential fats and proteins. Give your lots of protein- rich food such as chicken, fish, egg, pulses, milk, paneer, curd. seeds and nuts. Protein- powder drinks in the morning jump-start skin repair. If you are a non-vegetarian, fish is especially good since it packs a double punch of protein and skin -enriching natural oils. Nuts are nature's most concentrated source of vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant. Have 8-10 nuts every day.

Eat lots of vitamin A- rich green or yellow vegetables like broccoli, beans, capsicum, peas, carrots, pumpkin and sweet potato as well as green leafy vegetables. Papaya, apricots and all berries are loaded with antioxidants as are vitamin C - rich fruits like oranges, lemons, limes and melons. The recommended five servings of fruits and vegetables in a day helps the skin greatly. Use olive oil to stir-fry vegetables, flavour pasta dishes and dress salads. Even 2-3 tablespoons a week is enough to keep the skin healthy.

Morning skin cleanser/rejuvenator

Every morning 15 minutes before taking your bath

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

Mix the above ingredients together and apply on your skin.

Beauty Mask for Dry Skin

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 a mask.

Night Moisturizing

After you clean and tone your skin, apply a splash of water or a water-misting. Pat almost dry with a soft towel, then smooth moisturizer from bosom to hairline. Allow five minutes for immediate absorption (cover your face and throat with warm washcloths to hasten penetration), then blot off any excess moisturizer with a tissue. 

Men can skip the toner but should moisturize the delicate skin around the eye area.

Day Moisturizing

Apply a touch of your natural moisturizer over the freshly cleansed, toned, and dampened skin on your throat, cheeks, and around your eyes. Men should follow a two-step process. Apply moisturizer immediately after shaving. Wait ten minutes. Then moisturize again.

Milk Bath

Once a week take a milk bath. It will nourish and smoothen your skin. Warm your bath water and put in 250 gram of powdered milk, half tablespoon of almond oil and a few drops of your favorite perfume. Then just lie in it and let your mind wander while the wholesome foam works wonders on your dry skin. 

Honey Mask

Honey is also an ancient beauty product used alongside yogourt to soften, deep clean and soothe your skin. Honey is a natural antibiotic and will help to kill any bacteria in your pores, which in turn helps to eliminate redness. It's also gently moisturizing and full of vitamins. Simply smooth it onto your face, avoiding your eyes and mouth and let it sit for ten minutes. Rinse off with warm water and follow with your regular toning and moisturizing routine.

Olive Oil

Olive oil is an all-purpose, rich, but non-irritating moisturizer. Try rubbing it onto dry bits like your elbows, knees and heels. Try it as a nighttime moisturizer for your face during the cold months. Smooth it on your body for an extra-nourishing treat and rinse off the excess in the shower – your skin will feel amazing. Or warm it carefully and very, very slightly and use it as a heated deep-moisturizing mask.

Olive oil can also be used as a deep moisturizing hair mask. Smooth it onto warm, damp hair from your ears down (the oldest, most damaged/dry part of your hair). Wrap some plastic wrap around it and then a towel to keep it warm. This is best done at bedtime so the oil has time to penetrate the hair shaft while you sleep, but you can let it sit for a minimum of half-an-hour if you prefer. Then wash your hair as usual and you'll be amazed at the difference.