Simple Homemade Moisturizers for Dry Skin

Simple Homemade Moisturizers for Dry Skin suggested by Goldy Hunjan, professional makeup artist in Ludhiana, Punjab – Dry skin problem is the common one during winters. It often leads to many other skin problems. There are many skin moisturizers available in market for dry skin problems. Many of them are very good moisturizers but some of them contains chemicals which are harmful for your skin. So the best way to get rid of dry skin problem is homemade moisturizers as these are not just effective in treating dry hair but also free from any type of chemicals. Apart from winter dryness, there are many other reasons which are responsible for dry skin problems such as use of harsh soaps, skipping moisturizers and not consuming enough water.

Why moisturizers are important for skin?

Let’s discuss about the importance of skin moisturizers before we know about simple homemade moisturizers for dry skin. So the benefits of moisturizers are:

1. Prevents skin dryness: The one of the main role of moisturizers is preventing skin from getting dry. The use of moisturizer on regular basis is very much important to keep your skin free from dryness.
2. Radiant skin: The skin which is moisturizer is not just free from dryness also looks radiant. Using moisturizers delay the formation of fine lines and wrinkles thus it prevents premature aging also.
3. Treat scars: A good hydration leads to healthy skin. It also helps in treating scars and blemishes and dark tone. Thus use of moisturizer is helpful in getting even toned kin.
4. Enhances skin regeneration capacity: Moisturizing skin helps in enhancing the skin regeneration capacity. It is known that after exfoliation the use of moisturizer is must to increase the cell turnover.
5. For a youthful skin: A dry skin looks dull and tired. Thus using a god moisturizer is must for fresh appearance. A proper moisturizing leads to a youthful skin.

10 simple homemade moisturizers for dry skin:

• Shea butter moisturizer
• Aloe vera moisturizer
• Honey and glycerin
• Argan oil moisturizer
• Almond oil moisturizer
• Beeswax moisturizer

Shea butter moisturizer

Shea butter is extremely good in treating dry skin. To make this moisturizer, take half cup of shea butter. 6-8 drops of rosehip, sea buckthorn and geranium oil. Melt shea butter and once it gets softened, add all of the essential oils and whip the mixture until it turns creamy. Store this mixture in a jar and use it regularly as your moisturizer.

Aloe vera moisturizer

Aloe vera moisturizer is very effective in treating dry skin problem thus it one of the best homemade moisturizers in the list of simple homemade moisturizers for dry skin. This moisturizer helps in keeping your skin supple and soft. It is very useful for you if you are dealing with excessive skin dryness. For this moisturizer you need Aloe vera gel, coconut oil and vitamin E oil. Mix these three ingredients by taking 4 tablespoon of aloe vera gel, 2 tablespoon of coconut oil and one tablespoon of vitamin E. Mix these oils with aloe vera gel in a container. Use this daily for soft skin.

Honey and glycerin

Glycerin and honey both provide moisture to your skin. Take 1 teaspoon of honey, 2 teaspoons of glycerin and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. Mix all the ingredients. Massage this mixture on your skin and leave it for night and then wash it off next morning.

 Argan oil moisturizer

Argan oil is very light and it is helpful in soothing dry skin. Emu oil helps in locking moisture in your skin. Thus for this homemade moisturizer take a glass bottle and pour half cup argan oil into it. Now add half teaspoon of emu oil and 4-6 drops of essential oils. Use this on your skin. This is very good for sensitive skin.

Almond oil moisturizer

Almond oil makes skin healthy. Presence of Vitamin E, potassium, zinc and essential vitamins nourishes skin. To make a homemade moisturizer using almond oil take 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon almond oil and 2 table spoon cocoa butter. Melt cocoa butter in a container and add honey and almond oil into it. Allow the solution to cool down and then apply it on your skin.

Beeswax moisturizer

Beeswax, coconut oil and olive oil provide skin moisturization. So this is included in the list of simple homemade moisturizers for dry skin. Melt half cup beeswax pellets in double boiler. Then let it cool for some time. Add coconut and olive oil and whip it well until it becomes creamy. Store it in a jar and use it as a moisturizer.

So these are some simple homemade moisturizers for dry skin which are very helpful in getting rid of winter as well as the dryness caused by other reasons. If you are experiencing excessive dryness, you must try these natural homemade moisturizers for effective and better results.

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