Now that winter has settled into most of the United States the way my younger sister settles in for America’s Next Top Model marathons, many of us are facing a common problem: dry skin. And, if you’re like me, you’ve tried every intense hand lotion, body lotion and Vaseline-like remedy on the market to try and combat it. So, this year I decided to research some alternative winter skin care regimens.

Here are a few natural steps you can take toward maintaining healthy, glowing skin – even during January.

Drink plenty of water. Staying well-hydrated will help keep your skin looking fresh and feeling healthy.

Exfoliate. Getting rid of the layers of old, dead skin cells can help reveal the brand new, healthy skin underneath. To make a natural exfoliant, just mix some sugar with honey and water (or sea salt and olive oil) and rub into skin using small circles.

Eat fatty acids. Foods like avocado, nuts and olives contain omega 3’s which promote cell growth, keeping skin healthy and younger looking.

Topical treatments. Omega 3’s can also work when rubbed onto the skin. Make a face mask out of mashed avocado and let some fatty acids sink into your skin.

Honey treatments. Combine a small dollop of honey and water and cover your face. A small amount of honey won’t make your face sticky, but its natural antioxidants and moisturizers will keep your face free from patches of dry skin.

I know there are plenty of others – these are just the ones I’ve tried so far. Do you have any natural home remedies for dry skin? Right now, I’m looking for something that works specifically for dry, cracked hands. I’ll keep you posted on any great discoveries.

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