If you invest time and effort for good skin care, you probably won’t need a lot of makeup. Your skin will look youthful and radiance.
If you have been following me for some time, you know I’m a big believer in using natural ingredients on my skin. I believe natural ingredients are definitely better and effective for your skin compared to chemical ingredients in long terms. I can’t deny the fact that chemical ingredients give you fast result in short terms, But it might hurt your skin in long terms.
Here are some natural moisturizing ingredients you can find in skin care products to care for dry skin.
Honey
Organic honey is one of the best natural ingredients for your skin. It contains several proteins, amino acids, vitamins, and enzymes. Egyptian women have been using honey as a skin care treatment since thousands of years ago. It’s known for its natural healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It will heal and keep all of your skin problems away from you.
Honey is a strong antioxidant and it keeps your skin bright and radiance. Our skin is exposed to sun damage and free radicals every day. Honey nourish skin and speeds up the healing process.
Honey is natural humectants and emollients for the skin. It keeps your dry skin moisturized and hydrated. On the other hand, honey is effective in preventing and cure acne. It’s anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties are effective in fighting off acne bacteria. With its moisturizing effect, it won’t dry out your skin but keeps it balanced and hydrated.
In addition, you can apply raw honey on your lips and wash it off after 5-10 minutes, your lips will instantly moisturize.
Recommended product for dry skin: The Body Shop Ethiopian Honey Deep Nourishing Mask
Rose
Roses are romantic and remind us about happy occasions like wedding and valentines day. Not only that it brings countless benefits to your skin, but it also smells pleasant.
Rose is very moisturizing to quench your skin’s thirst. It is high in vitamin E which keeps your skin hydrated throughout the day. Furthermore, it also protects your skin from damage caused by free radicals.
Besides, it stimulates collagen production to keep your skin look youthful.
Sometime, dust and other environmental might trigger sensitive skin. They caused redness, discomfort, and itchiness on the skin. Rose skin care helps reduce redness and protect your skin against inflammation.
It’a perfect fit for people have dry and sensitive skin because of its moisturizing and anti-inflammation abilities.
Star products like Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Toner and Herbivore Botanicals Coco Rose Coconut Oil Body Polish are both infused with rose extract give your skin healthy and soft.
Recommended product for dry skin: Herbivore Coco Rose Body Polish
Orchid
I believe orchid as an ingredient is still not widely used in the beauty industry. But, orchid work like a charm on my skin. Orchids bloom in the winter into late spring. The fact that they survived through cold and dry climate showed they are powerful antioxidants and natural humectant. It locks the moisture in your skin and even out your skin tone.
Other than that, it works excellent in nourishing dry skin and reverse signs of tired looking skin. As our age, wrinkles and fine lines start to increase on our face. Orchid makes wrinkles look less visible and diminished fine lines.
Orchid contains multi-vitamins and minerals such as Calcium and Magnesium. It fights signs of aging and keeps your skin looking young and luminous.
Recommended product for dry skin: Innisfree Orchid Enriched Cream
Avocado
Avocado is a healthy fruit that is rich in vitamin C, E, and K. You can find this delicious fruit in smoothies, guacamole, and salad. Do you know you can find them in skin care product as well? Avocado is high in oleic acid that helps regenerate skin cell and keep skin moisturized. Aside from that, it is a great source of multivitamin which improves blood circulation and softens skin.
Avocado is such a versatile ingredient, it can be used on pretty much all parts of the body. For instance, Kiehl’s avocado eye cream has a creamy texture yet absorb into your skin in no time. Fix + Yarrow hair + scalp tonic that blends avocado together with olive and coconut that leave your hair strong and nourishing.
Avocado revives your dull and damaged hair. It is rich in amino acid which is an excellent treatment for your scalp and hair. Use avocado on your scalp to keep it moist and prevent dandruff. Besides, it stimulates blood supply to hair and scalp which boost hair growth. Avocado rejuvenates your hair and keeps them smooth, voluminous and lustrous.
Recommended product for dry skin: Kiehl’s Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado
Shea Butter
Ivory in color and edible, shea butter is a fat that extracted from shea fruit. Rich in multivitamins and incredibly nourishing make it an excellent ingredient to use in cosmetics as a moisturizer.
Vitamin A in shea butter has great healing properties on skin. It is commonly used to treat skin conditions like eczema, dermatitis, and wrinkles. Shea butter is also packed with vitamin E and fatty acids. It protects your skin from inflammation yet still moisturizing. Your skin is strengthened and soft.
Vitamin E in shea butter naturally lightens dark spots and anti-free radical production. Your skin is protected from sun exposure and environmental damages. With that being said, you can see the positive changes in your skin. Your skin is softened, nourished and hydrated.
However, shea butter has a relatively rich and thick texture which might cause break out on some people’s face. It is excellent to use on body, hair and chapped lips though.
Recommended product for dry skin: L’occitane Shea Butter Ultra Rich Body Cream
Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is a succulent plant that is known for its excellent wound healing ability. When I was a kid, my mom taught me how to apply aloe vera on my wound, and it completely healed after a couple of days. It has a slimy texture and cooling sensation which relieve pain.
Aloe vera gel was huge in Asia a few years back and it’s totally understandable because it can be used in countless ways.
Aloe vera keeps your skin moisturized throughout the day. It’s cooling sensation freshen up your skin without feeling greasy. Your boyfriend or husband can use them as aftershave treatment especially if they accidentally cut themselves while shaving.
Apart from that, it lessens the visibility of stretch marks. Massage aloe vera gel on your stretch marks for a couple minutes every day, your stretch marks will fade in a few weeks.
Recommended product for dry skin: Nature Republic Aloe Vera Gel
Olive Oil
Many beauty bloggers swear by olive oil keep their skin hydrated and smooth. It is highly nourishing and keeps you hydrated for 24 hours. The texture of the olive oil is very similar with the natural oil in the skin. With that being said, it will penetrate and absorb easily into your skin.
Olive oil contains polyphenols which are a potent antioxidant to the skin. Antioxidants slow down free radical production and keep your skin tone bright and even. It fights inflammation which helps several skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
Simply massage some olive oil over any body parts that are dry and flaky. It’ll soon absorb into your skin and forms a moisture shield to prevent moisture loss.
The quality of oil is critical. Low-quality oils might contains additives and preservatives which caused more harm than good to your skin. In addition, face skin is really delicate and easily aggravated by toxic ingredients. You should only use certified extra-virgin oil from a reputable brand on your face.
Recommended product for dry skin: Olive Oil Skin Care Company Facial Serum – Jupiter Orange
Milk
We all know milk plays a major role in our life as it is our main source to get calcium. Milk keeps your bones and teeth healthy and strong. Apart from that, milk is also needed to main skin’s health. There might be some serious consequences if your body doesn’t get enough calcium.
Milk is most commonly used as a skin lightening ingredient. It is highly effective in treating dark spots and pigmentation. Most dark spots and pigmentation are caused by sun damages and aging. If you don’t treat them at the early stage, they will darken and become more visible over time.
Korean actress Song Hye Kyo revealed that she uses milk to wash her face to keep her face soft and flawless. Hence, many women in Asia followed the trend and got an impressive result on their skin.
Lactic acid in milk makes it a great ingredient to keep skin moisturized. It soothes and hydrates dry patches on the skin at an affordable price. Milk is very gentle and mild to the skin. Thus, it is suitable for all skin types.
Recommended product for dry skin: Kate Somerville Goat Milk Cream
What About Chemical Ingredients?
There are thousands of chemical ingredients in your beauty products. Besides, the average women use more than 8 products on a daily basis. The common ingredients are parabens, fragrances, and mineral oils. Are they really bad for our skin?
Parabens are served as preservatives for beauty products. It keeps bacteria, mold, and yeast away in your beauty products, so they last longer. Sadly, they have been linked to breast cancer. Parabens are similar to estrogen, that’s why they can mimic the effects of the hormones in our body. Moreover, this chemical can be absorbed through skin even with the tiniest amount.
Fragrances are just one fancy ingredient that your skin doesn’t appreciate. It does make the beauty product smells better but it actually does more harm than good. Fragrances can cause severe skin allergic reaction. In addition, fragrances are often used together with phthalates to make the scent last longer. According to womenvoices.org, this ingredient might even harm the unborn child and impair fertility.
Mineral oils have a bad reputation in the beauty industry. They are widely used in cosmetic products such as cleanser and moisturizer. You should avoid this ingredient at any cost. They are comedogenic which means they clogged your pores and might result in breakouts. When your pores are trapped with impurities, it caused problems such as acne, blackheads and closed comedones.
