Wellness everyday
NATURAL SOLUTIONS FOR DRY WINTER SKIN
by Sherina Jamal
During the colder months of the year, skin is exposed to harsh temperatures, dry air and wind chill. Along with this, exposure to indoor heating can cause further dryness and skin irritations. Most skin types experience dryness during the winter, however more serious skin conditions - such as skin scaling, redness and mild to severe eczema – can also occur.
What is Dry Skin? Dry skin can be explained as skin that has low levels of sebum production. This condition can be short term or can be a more severe long term issue which is more challenging to correct. Winter weather is a common culprit however other issues such as frequent use of hot water, certain medications, chemical based skin care, and also lack of internal hydration can create dry and also dehydrated skin conditions
Here's how you can help banish that dry skin - naturally
Feed The Skin with Super Foods Just as our internal systems require a range of nutrients and vitamins, skin care that incorporates quality super foods can aid in repairing and restoring dry skin.
Fresh Seaweed, olive oil and other omega rich oils, berries such as Acai, natural butters, specific anti-oxidants such as green tea and grape seed, and stable vitamins such as E, A and C from natural sources. In addition natural enzymes coming from fruits such as pineapple can be highly beneficial in dissolving dry/dead skin cells and repairing the skin.
Other active ingredients that have shown to treat dry skin conditions include; Hyaluronic acid, pure essential oils such as lavender, and plant based carrier oils such as sweet almond, jojoba and apricot kernel.
More natural solutions to help banish dry winter skin
Sherina Jamal is the founder of Ancient Secrets Inc and creator of the Beauty Through Balance spa line. She is an established educator, writer and speaker and her articles have been published in recognized spa, wellness and beauty magazines over the past 10 years. Sherina is passionate about use of natural ingredients for skin care and focuses on the development of quality formulas that promote healthy skin from the inside and out. Sherina can be contacted at Sherina@ancientsecrets.ca or Beauty Through Balance.
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Posted By: rebbekka on Jan 14, 2012 at 17:41
The Lavender Olive Foaming Cleanser sounds as though it would be amazing to use. A lavender scent always tends to help calm and de-stress the user. Thanks for sharing.
Wellness Everyday articles are my favourite part of Travel to Wellness but this encourages me to read more of the Spa at Home articles.
Posted By: victoriag1 on Jan 14, 2012 at 17:41
I like the travel planning section
Posted By: msklvr on Jan 14, 2012 at 17:41
i love to read them all, especially relaxation and good spa tips
Posted By: eabeier on Jan 14, 2012 at 17:41
I like food and vacation.
Posted By: alainakrokis on Jan 14, 2012 at 17:41
I love the Vacation articles - there are so many places out there to try, and so little time!
Posted By: Tampa77 on Jan 14, 2012 at 17:41
I have to say, I started receiving your newsletter and I absolutely love reading everything on your site! This time around I really did enjoy one thing the most and that is the segments on vacation packages! But also the food is amazing! Can't wait to read more!
Posted By: Travel to Wellness on Dec 14, 2011 at 10:50
Winners of the FIVE bottles of the Lavender Olive Foaming Cleanser from Beauty Through Balance are: msklvr, rustymom, sojeles, jeffbrewer21 and rachelabram. Please send your mailing addresses to editor@traveltowellness.com so we can send you your prize. Thank you!
Posted By: Beauty Through Balance on Dec 12, 2011 at 11:41
We are excited to be teaming up with Travel To Wellness for the giveaway of our Lavender Olive Rich Foaming Cleansers! for more information on this product and other products from our series visit us at www.beautythroughbalance.ca. There you will find a direct link to our facebook page. We want to wish all of you who have entered good luck and we hope the winners will enjoy using this healing product.
Posted By: CHohweiler on Dec 12, 2011 at 11:41
I like the Wellness Everyday Tips. It serves as a reminder to check in with myself to ensure I am doing the right things to care for and nurture myself.
Posted By: Travel to Wellness on Nov 19, 2011 at 22:36
Thanks Dreamer.... Many of our readers have been telling us they like and want more info on Vacation Packages so we're working on rounding up great wellness-themed vacation packages for 2012. Stay tuned.
Posted By: dreamer on Nov 19, 2011 at 22:29
The ONE thing I MOST like to read about in Travel to Wellness are Vacation Packages. Thanks :)
Posted By: Travel to Wellness on Nov 18, 2011 at 10:32
Thank you for all your wonderful comments! ...
Sandora: glad you like the spa section...
Nexttripp: I love the fabulous places too!...
Msklve: We will try to provide more everyday tips...
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Sojeles: We totally agree with you. That's why we've launched Spa at Home...
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Posted By: Christy on Nov 18, 2011 at 10:12
Love to read about natural remedies and things you can do to "help yourself" physically and mentally. Thank You for all the excellent information.
Posted By: Sandora on Nov 17, 2011 at 20:36
The spa's section is read the most by me. I get relaxed just by reading your articles.
Posted By: nexttripp on Nov 16, 2011 at 18:20
I love Annes descriptions of the fabulous places she gets to stay
Posted By: msklvr on Nov 16, 2011 at 17:59
i like to read everyday tips. thx soo much
Posted By: msklvr on Nov 16, 2011 at 17:59
love reading wellness tips
Posted By: rustymom on Nov 16, 2011 at 12:57
I love hearing about new products like the cleanser.
Posted By: sojeles on Nov 16, 2011 at 11:34
I like learning different ways to relax my mind and de stress even when i'm at home. You don't always have to be at a spa to enjoy the benefits of one.
Posted By: lyn21 on Nov 16, 2011 at 11:34
I love reading about the exciting place that I might one day be able to visit for a fitness retreat!!
Posted By: raygirl on Nov 16, 2011 at 11:34
I love reading about what is available at these lovely spas I haven't heard of before! I start making my dream list... :)
Posted By: jeffbrewer21 on Nov 16, 2011 at 11:34
I love reading about the vacation packages/tours.
Posted By: Slabinator on Nov 16, 2011 at 11:34
I like the Canadian section
Posted By: rachelabram on Nov 16, 2011 at 11:34
My favorite is the wellness everyday tips. Especially this article, as I suffer from severe dry winter skin. It is always a big task to find a product that will eliminate the soreness of my skin.
Posted By: flycastin on Nov 15, 2011 at 20:51
I love reading the recipes for wellness, as its important to be healthy inside to show your beauty outside.
