TOP 7 INCREDIBLE HERBS FOR SKIN CARE IN WINTER

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• Dry skin is more common in the winter than in summer’s months. 
• The changes in humidity and temperature at winters can irritate the skin and cause dryness.
• Dry skin can affect almost all people during the winter.
• The outer layer of the skin is called the epidermis and the thin outer surface of the epidermis act as a skin barrier.
• Dry and damaged skin needs moisture replenishment. 
• It is best to use herbal skin care regimen as simple as possible when treating dry skin.
  

HERBS FOR SKIN CARE IN WINTERS

Neem leaves –

Neem also known as Azadirachta indica are the excellent skin care ingredient source. 

• Neem helps to prevent wrinkles and repair dry skin.
• It acts as a natural skin protectant and moisturizer. 
• The neem oil relieves dry skin, soothes itching, redness and irritation. 
• Good for general skin health
• Helpful in bacterial infections such as acne, boils and ulcers.
  

Carica papaya –

 papaya is a key ingredient for skin whitening

• Papaya contains papain that promotes skin renewal.
• It helps in skin shedding to reveal newer cells and has restorative properties that soften the skin. 
• Papaya is rich in vitamins A, C and E, and other antioxidants that give skin the moisture and protection.
• The nutrients present in the papaya fruit help to heal the skin.
  

Tamarindus indica – 

Polysaccharides present in tamarind seed that improve the expression of filaggrin a protein, a peotein that maintained skin moisture.

• Tamarindus indica exhibits strong hydrating, elasticizing, anti-wrinkle and re-densifying properties.
• It is helpful in dry skin conditions.
  

Pongamia pinnata –

it is highly recommended in skin and hair care products. 

• In skin it treat eczema, psoriasis, skin ulcers and promote wound healing. 
• In hair it can treat dandruff.
• Its act as a natural moisturizer that keep skin hydrated.
  

Triticum sativum – 

it is rich in vitamin E which act as a powerful natural antioxidant. 

• This oil improve dry skin because of its high content of protein, minerals and vitamins A, B, C, D and E. 
• This oil often used in facial massage to soften and rejuvenate the skin. 
• Excellent source for reducing stretch marks around the eyes and as facial oil for dry skin. 
• This wheat germ oil helps to soothe the irritation and redness from eczema and psoriasis 
• Helps to relieve itching and promotes new skin cell growth.
  

Carthamus tinctorius – 

Safflower oil keeps the skin hydrated and moisturized. 

• It is a rich source of Vitamin E a natural antioxidant which prevents skin cells to damage that may be wrecked by the sun or dry air. 
• It helps prevent dry skin by providing barriers to moisture loss.
  

Cocos nucifera (coconut oil) – 

Coconut oil is a soothing agent that help to create a thin imperceptible layer that recreates the soothing benefits that our own skin produces and prevent moisture evaporation. 

• It effectively delays the onset of wrinkles and skin sagging which is typically become prominent with age. 
• Treating various skin diseases such as psoriasis, dermatitis and eczema.
  

Helianthus annus (sunflower oil) – 

sunflower seed oil is extremely rich in vitamins A, C, D and E. 

• Helping the skin to retain moisture and provide the skin with a natural barrier of protection against bacteria and other irritants which cause most blemishes.
  

Vitis vinifera –

grape seed oil possesses astringent property

• Its helps to tighten and tone the skin. 
• Grape seed has a high content of linoleic acid, a fatty acid essential that are good for the skin. 
• Grape seed oil also help in tissue regeneration and healing of scars 
• It is capable to lock skin moisture and repair tissue.