Brilio.net - One type of skin that makes its owner uncomfortable is dry skin . Having dry skin does require extra care. If you care incorrectly, it will have bad effects such as peeling and scaly skin. Reporting from Healthline, dry skin can be experienced in several parts of the body, starting from the hands, arms, legs and face.
That is why dry skin conditions need to be treated, so that it is not only smooth and radiant, but also healthy. This condition can be caused by genetic factors, the environment, nutritional deficiencies, exposure to irritants, contaminated water, weather changes, dry air, inappropriate or excessive bathing, fasting (lack of fluids or dehydration), or certain medical complaints.
Dry skin may feel very annoying. Therefore, you need to identify the cause and understand how to treat and care for dry skin. According to 2020 research in the Journal of Dermatological Treatment, consistent skin care can overcome dry skin. If done correctly, dry skin can heal by itself.
Not only that, dry skin also lacks elasticity so it wrinkles more easily. This condition indicates that the skin has very little moisture. To keep your skin moist from within, drink lots of water, eat vegetables and fruit.
Meanwhile, taking care of your skin from the outside is by regularly using moisturizer and sunscreen. Don't forget, diligently care for your skin with body lotion, body scrub or body scrub to remove dead skin cells and prevent dehydrated skin which also causes skin to wrinkle easily.
Habits, diet, and other factors included in lifestyle have a big influence on skin condition. Therefore, lifestyle changes are usually the first step taken before other methods.
One of the easiest ways to treat dry skin is to make a natural moisturizer using ingredients you have in your house. As shared by an Indian man via his personal TikTok account @monovoc on January 25 2023, which contains how to treat dry skin using coconut oil and additional 3 natural ingredients. The natural ingredients in question are almond oil, aloe vera gel, and vitamin E capsules.
"Homemade dry skin solution," wrote the account owner in the description of the uploaded video, which briliobeauty.net reported from the TikTok account @monovoc, Wednesday (13/3).
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Contains coconut oil to treat dry skin.
Coconut oil is known to contain many components of fatty acids and vitamin E. The content of these two components can effectively help maintain deep skin moisture while increasing its elasticity. Apart from that, coconut oil also has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties which can reduce inflammation of the skin. Quoted from Healthline, coconut oil contains ingredients that can reduce inflammation in the body and prevent dry skin. The vitamin E content in it is also effective in keeping the skin hydrated and preventing peeling due to being too dry.
The benefits of almond oil for moisturizing the skin.
Almond oil is also rich in vitamin E which functions as an antioxidant to protect the skin from damage while strengthening the skin barrier. Almond oil also contains omega-3 fatty acids which are effective in eliminating dryness and increasing skin elasticity. The anti-inflammatory properties of almond oil are also believed to treat skin irritation.
Aloe vera gel is effective for moisturizing dry skin.
Aloe vera gel contains a variety of important nutrients, such as enzymes, amino acids, vitamins and minerals. These various components have anti-inflammatory and calming properties so they can help soothe irritated skin. Apart from that, the water content in aloe vera helps provide hydration to the skin, and makes it feel fresher and supple. Even the antioxidant content in it is also effective in maintaining skin moisture so that it is free from dryness.
Vitamin E capsules are believed to be able to treat dry skin optimally.
Vitamin E is an antioxidant that is able to maintain optimal skin health. The benefits of vitamin E for the skin include helping to improve skin texture, disguise hyperpigmentation, treat dry skin and various signs of aging. Its natural moisturizing properties are believed to be able to keep the skin hydrated and prevent dryness and reduce rough texture on the skin.
With just the four natural ingredients mentioned, now is the time for you to see how to make an effective body moisturizer to prevent dry skin. Come on, see how to make and use it.
photo: TikTok/@monovoc
Material:
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 4-5 drops of almond oil
- 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
- 1 vitamin E capsule
How to create and use:
1. Pour the ingredients into the container
2. Stir the four natural ingredients until they are evenly mixed and have a paste-like texture
3. Apply your homemade body moisturizer to all parts of your body skin after showering or before going to bed
4. Do this method regularly every day to get optimal results.
photo: TikTok/@monovoc