How to Deal With Dry Skin

Our bodies hydrate from the inside out to the skin. When our skin is exposed to cold, dry air it looses moisture quickly. That dead skin needs to be removed and the underlying layers need to be nourished.

Start by increasing your fluid intake and your foods that have a high moisture content (raw fruits and vegetables, rice and meats if you eat meat.). It takes several days to properly hydrate, so make it a habit. Next, I recommend going to a spa or having me come over and get a full body sugar or salt scrub/exfoliation. I prefer sugar in case you have any cuts on your legs.

Your other option is to go to a bath specialty store and purchase a sugar scrub. Look closely at its contents. It should contain large grains of sugar and have a visible pool of oil that the sugar is soaking in. Let me know if you decide to do a self-scrub and I'll give you some important tips.

For more skin care advice from an expert check out my friend Phaedra's blog. http://www.phaedra-skincare.blogspot.com/


Ben Keyes
Licensed Massage Therapist
ben@rxmassagetherapy.com
www.RxMassageTherapy.com