After the age of 35, many women find that their skin becomes drier. For those who suffered from oily skin earlier in life, this may be a welcome change but for women who had normal to dry skin may find that their skin appears tight, flaky, and lacks the lustrous appearance that moisture imparts. The cause of skin dryness is not just from loss of moisture from the outer layer of the skin, but also from lack of moisture that moves upward from the skin’s underlying layers. The top layer of the skin will be softened and moisturized if you apply a moisturizer but the effects will only be temporary.
You will need to lubricate your skin from the inside in order to have skin that is moist, pliable, and soft. Drink at least six glasses of pure water daily and eat plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits to keep your body tissues well-hydrated.
You want to avoid being hydrated which is why you shouldn’t wait to drink until you are thirsty. Instead, keep a container of water handy for sipping throughout the day. If you find plain water boring, try making unsweetened or lightly sweetened herbal teas such as linden flower, chamomile, or mint.
A moist external environment also provides moisture for your skin and helps to keep cells plump. To counteract the drying effects of indoor heating, use a humidifier during the winter months and also during the summer if you live in a dry climate or if you use air conditioning. If you frequently mist your skin with pure mineral water or a facial mist that contains floral waters and aromatherapy essential oils, then you will be providing refreshing and immediate boost of moisture for your skin throughout the day.
Soaking in a warm bath is an effective way of hydrating the skin of your entire body. Excessively hot water is what you need to avoid because the protective oils from your skin will be removed. After a 15-minute soak, massage your body with an aromatherapy oil while you are still wet from the bath, and then gently pat your skin dry with a towel. The thin layer of aromatherapy oil acts as a protective barrier that prevents the evaporation of moisture that your skin has absorbed from the bath.
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