- After your hot shower, for the last fifteen seconds, switch to cold water then turn up the heat a little, and down again to repeat the process for about two minutes. It revitalizes the skin by stimulating the flow of blood through the body.
- Use a good moisturizer that provides SPF 30 protection barrier against the chemicals in the air
- Use a good moisturizing lip balm for your lips
- Exfoliate at least twice a week; it helps to take away the dead skin cells and keeps your skin fresh and smooth and helps the skin absorb extra moisture
- Drink a glass of hot water with lemon in it. It will let your body clean the blood faster to get rid of any toxins responsible for bad skin
- Get plenty of rest
- Eat foods high in heart healthy oils to lubricate you from the inside out
- Get a humidifier
- Use a mild soap so it doesn’t strip the essential oils you need in your skin to help keep it hydrated
- Make sure to use a lubricant when shaving so it doesn’t leave your skin dry
- Wear gloves when going outside so your hands don’t flare up and get chapped
- Shed any wet clothes or shoes immediately; these can irritate the skin and cause your skin to flare up
- Flaxseed oil is available in oil or capsule form. Its rich in vital fatty acids and moisturizes you from the inside out and can do a lot for your overall health
- If you take baths, add a few drops of jojoba oil or almond oil to it as they nourish your skin
- Try and avoid the hair dryer, it dries out the scalp
- Don’t overheat your home, excessive heat draws out the moisture in your skin
- Don’t use shower gels, they have a lot of alcohol in them which can dry out your skin
- Use masks that only remove impurities but also replenish moisture
- If you wash your hands constantly be sure to use a moisturizer on them afterwards so they don’t dry out
- Take care of your feet as they tend to become dry and cracked during the winter
