The low humidity in
winter air depletes the moisture in your skin. This leaves the uppermost skin
cells without enough moisture to keep them healthy. The result is itching,
peeling and scaling of dead skin. First I suggest increasing the humidity in
the air of your home. Simmering spices on the stove add moisture and freshen a
room with delightful aromatherapy scents. Use a glycerin or olive oil base soap
because they have fewer chemicals and are less drying. Next, remove dead skin
cells by exfoliating with a textured soap or a salt scrub. Make your own salt
scrub with my favorite recipe. Your skin will feel great and be soft and
supple!
Exfoliating Salt Scrub 1 cup fine grind sea salt1 cup almond or avocado oil 30 drops lavender
essential oil 30 drops lemongrass oilCombine salt and oil in a bowl, Stir in lavender essential oil for stress relief and lemongrass oil for invigorating
the mind.Â
TO USE: After bathing while skin is still wet and you are still in the tub, use one
tablespoon to gently massage skin. Avoid sensitive areas. Rinse well. Pat dry
and lock in moisture with your favorite body lotion. Lavender lotion will
effectively heal and moisturize dry winter skin.Â
