I don’t know about you, but my skin has a tendency to look dry and dull in the winter. I have to pay special attention to good skin care to keep my skin looking good. And did you know that the damaging rays of the sun can actually be stronger in the wintertime? Don’t forget your facial sunscreen to help prevent premature aging, and try some of the following tips to get a rosy glow even during the dry, cold winter season.
Exfoliating: To exfoliate you will need a physical agent like salt or sugar, or an enzyme, which basically eats dead skin cells. There are even foods that are rich in enzymes which you can use to create your own at home mask to use in the process of exfoliation. These foods include pineapple and papaya. Milk also has fatty acids that mildly exfoliate. This is why the traditional milk bath has been so popular.
To create an easy inexpensive natural exfoliant, mix sea salt with olive oil. Smoothe in on in the tub and rub your skin gently, then rinse in the shower. You can do the same with sugar – not so great to eat, but awesome for your skin! Add a drop of your favorite essential oil to make it a spa treatment and relax you.
Eating: Yes, something that you already do on a regular basis if done correctly can change your skin. For example to help dry skin, include foods in your diet that are rich in fatty acids. Some of these foods include salmon, olive and coconut oils, avocado, and nuts. Incorporate these into your daily diet to see what a difference they can make. What may look like dry skin may even be eczema or a rash caused by food allergies, so be alert to that possibility too.
Homemade Treatments: You can make your own at home masks and treatments to treat other skin issues. Some common combinations are oatmeal, honey and water to create a mask, or avocado and honey. Smear these on your skin, allow to dry and then rinse them off.
A simple honey treatment can moisturize your skin and make it glow. Pat two drops of honey on your face after cleansing, while still damp. Your skin won’t be sticky when you use such a small amount. 
Find more natural beauty tips here, including a free report with more recipes on making your own natural skin care treatments.
