How To Hydrate Your Skin Naturally?

"Taking care of skin is important than covering it up. Your flaws don't define how beautiful you're! You're an angel, an epitome of beauty sent straight from heaven and nobody except you has the power to preserve and cherish it forever"

The first sign of dehydrated skin is presumed to be dull, dry skin. Your skin requires the right amount of water and hydration to maintain its natural glow, just like any other part of your body. If you've ever wondered why your skin starts to look dry and desolate as winter approaches, now is the time to think about nourishing and moisturizing your skin. 

According to Nandita Sharma, a wellness and beauty expert with deep research in herbs for beauty says "Lack of moisture or dehydration is one of the biggest problem we face. The ever changing weather of India makes our skin more prone to dehydration. If we learn to maintain a good water level in our skin, most of the skin related issues will be solves automatically" 

Let's try to understand what hydration is and why your skin needs nourishment before we discuss the tips to treat dehydration. 

Signs That Your Skin Lacks Proper Hydration

You must be aware by this point that the key to having skin that is soft, supple, and radiant is proper hydration and moisturization. Lack of moisture causes dry skin while a lack of hydration causes flakiness and itching. You must realize that dryness is a skin type associated with flakiness and roughness, whereas dehydration is a skin condition. Here's how to tell if your skin is dry or dehydrated.

Signs Of Dehydrated Skin

• Skin is deficient in water.

• External factors like weather, environment, diet, and caffeine use are frequently to blame.

• tight and dull-looking

• Displays more pronounced wrinkles

• More pronounced dark circles are visible.

• Possibly accompanied by skin inflammation and redness.

Signs Of Dry Skin

• Feels itchy, flaky, and uncomfortable.

• The corners of the nose and mouth, as well as the area between the brows, are typically the worst.

• The sound of skin rubbing against skin may resemble sandpaper grinding.

• possibly accompanied by skin inflammation and redness

DIY Recipes To Hydrate Your Skin

There are numerous ways to utilize oils' moisturizing properties, either by themselves or in combination with other ingredients, to create a homemade nourishing mask or a body scrub rub. Again, if you do not have acne-prone skin, a dermatologist tends to suggest that castor oil, lavender oil, and avocado oil may be effective home remedies for dry skin.

Another oil you might have in your kitchen cabinet is coconut oil, which is also a good option for people who aren't acne-prone. One randomized, controlled, double-blind clinical trial found that people with atopic dermatitis, an allergic skin condition characterized by dryness and itching, experienced excellent results when they applied virgin coconut oil to their skin.

Aloe vera is a plant with natural healing properties that can also be used as a moisturizer by infusing oils with it. Aloe vera gel is another naturally moisturizing skin-care ingredient you should try . Its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties help in controlling oil production and reducing frequent breakouts. The gel can either be applied directly onto the skin or mixed with essential oils to reap out better results.

• Rich & Creamy Avocado Mask: An all-natural method to moisturize dry skin is to make an avocado mask at home. For extremely dry skin, Crompton advises adding 1 tablespoon (tbsp) of honey after pureeing half an avocado and 1 teaspoon (tsp) of olive oil. After applying the mask to your face, wait 15 to 20 minutes before washing it off. Applying your regular moisturizer will further increase the hydrating effects on your skin, which should already feel moisturized.

• Oatmeal & Honey Exfoliator: Additionally, oatmeal works well as a mask or exfoliator. 2 tbsp of oats, 1 tbsp of honey, and a splash of water should be combined.  Better results may be obtained by lightly warming the mixture before massaging your skin. You can use it as a simple exfoliant and wash it off right away, or you can use it as a calming, hydrating mask and leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes.

• Aloe Vera To The Rescue: Aloe vera gel, though frequently associated with treating sunburns, can also be useful in the dry winter months. It functions by reducing redness and irritation brought on by excessive dryness, and it can even lessen aging symptoms and acne breakouts. Before using aloe on a large area of skin, you might want to do a patch test first because some people can get allergic contact dermatitis from it.

5 Habits To Adopt For a Clear and Hydrated Skin

Using hydrating cosmetics alone won't adequately hydrate your skin. Your way of life is also important. Your skin's water content is affected by various factors, such as how much water you drink, how much water is in the fruits and vegetables you eat, and the temperature of the water you use for your daily shower. Here are a few quick methods to maintain hydrated skin all year long.

• Drinking Enough Water: Everyone understands how important it is to drink enough water. But still many of us choose to ignore it and find it difficult to take it seriously. Hydrating your body comes before hydrating your skin. You should aim to consume at least 8 glasses of water each day. Obviously it depends on your daily activities and weight, and how much water your body might need . Consider making a beverage pitcher and adding some fruits and vegetables to it .

• Eat Fruits Rich In Water Content: Fruits and vegetables are great for your skin in many other ways besides just hydrating it. Make sure to eat foods high in water throughout the day. Consume a lot of summertime fruits and vegetables, such as watermelons and cucumbers. You can choose strawberries and oranges in the winter. Oranges and lemons, which are citrus-based fruits, are bursting with juice and high in Vitamin C, which is essential for maintaining the texture of your skin. Vitamin A and B3-rich foods are also crucial for enhancing the general health of your skin.

• Do Not Skip On Moisturizers: Your skin is likely to lose a significant amount of moisture during the summer, so it's crucial to hydrate from the inside out. Along with eating foods that are high in water and drinking enough water, you should regularly cleanse, tone, and moisturize before bed. You can include honey and milk in your skincare routine because they are excellent natural moisturizers.

• Do Not Over Exfoliate: You repetitively wipe away your skin of both its natural microbiome and moisturizing barrier agents when you over-cleanse it (i.e., wash your face more than the advised once in the morning and once before bed). Consider using a light moisturizer after cleansing your skin if you need to cleanse it more than twice per day to replenish any moisture that was removed. Acne, pimples, and bumps are caused when the natural barrier is removed through excessive exfoliation or cleansing.

• Wear Sunscreen Daily: As obvious as it may seem, it is even more important to protect your skin as you get older. The skin is more vulnerable to sun damage, sun spots, moles, and other formations during this time due to hormonal changes, particularly in women. Your skin will have a better chance of preserving its already waning collagen production and general skin elasticity if you use a good SPF lotion.

Take Away

Aging is a serious, ongoing process that, regrettably, affects everyone.  discussed above are some easy but effective steps you can follow to achieve gorgeous, healthy skin even as you get older. Please be aware that dry skin typically doesn't indicate a serious skin problem. The majority of people can hydrate their skin by drinking enough water and using hydrating cosmetics. However, you can see a dermatologist if your condition doesn't get better after trying these methods.