Folk remedies for skin care and prevention of dry, cracked skin in cold weather

SKĐS - Nourishing the skin, enriching blood, and moistening the intestines from the inside combined with external care is the 'key' to keeping the skin soft and bright in the cold season.

During the colder weather, skin care becomes more important than ever. According to traditional Chinese medicine, dry weather can damage body fluids and cause poor blood circulation, leading to the skin losing its natural moisture. To protect your skin from these negative effects, apply appropriate skin care measures. Don’t let the weather affect your skin health!

CONTENT:

• 1. Skin care with sesame oil
• 2. Moisturize and soften skin with honey
• 3. Blood tonic, skin care with angelica
• 4. Commonly used folk masks
• 5. Notes when using folk remedies for skin care

Therefore, to protect the skin, ancient people often applied folk remedies to help nourish blood, regenerate new cells and soften the skin from available ingredients such as sesame oil, honey, angelica...

These methods are simple, safe and can be done at home.

1. Skin care with sesame oil

Sesame oil is not only a familiar culinary ingredient but also considered a natural "skin care cosmetic". According to traditional medicine, sesame oil has a sweet taste, neutral properties, and is classified into the Liver, Kidney and Large Intestine meridians, with the effect of enriching blood, moistening the intestines, and softening the skin.

Use:

Internal use: Use 1 - 2 teaspoons of pure sesame oil every day, can be mixed with warm water or mixed into porridge, soup... to help nourish blood, nourish body fluids, improve dry skin condition from the inside.

Topical application: Before going to bed, wash your skin and apply a thin layer of sesame oil on your face or dry, cracked skin areas such as your hands and feet. Massage gently for 5-10 minutes to help the oil absorb and soften your skin.

Alternatively, you can mix sesame oil with a little honey and a few drops of lemon juice to create a natural moisturizer. This mixture helps soothe the skin, reducing dryness and dullness during the dry season.

Sesame oil has the effect of enriching blood, moistening bowels, and softening skin.

2. Moisturize and soften skin with honey

Honey is a natural medicine with a sweet taste and neutral properties, used in traditional medicine to nourish the spleen and stomach, soothe the skin and regenerate tissues. With high levels of vitamins and natural enzymes, honey helps maintain moisture, soften the skin, and prevent dryness and peeling.

Use:

Drink inside: Every morning, drink a cup of warm water mixed with honey (1 tablespoon) to help cool the body, nourish yin and make the skin smooth and bright.

External use: Mix honey with egg yolk or unsweetened yogurt, apply on face for 15-20 minutes then rinse with warm water. This mask provides nutrients, softens skin and improves elasticity.

Honey soothes the skin and regenerates tissue.

3. Blood tonic, skin care with angelica

Angelica is a medicinal herb commonly used in traditional medicine to nourish blood, promote blood circulation, and regulate blood qi. When blood is fully nourished, the skin will become rosy, fresh, and less dry and cracked.

Oral medication:

Ingredients: 12g angelica, 8g ligusticum wallichii, 12g rehmannia glutinosa, 10g white peony, 4g licorice.

How to use: Boil with 600ml of water until about 200ml remains, divide into 2 doses to drink during the day; use for 7-10 days to help improve blood circulation, nourish blood and brighten skin.

External medicine: Boil 10-15g of angelica with 500ml of water, filter the water and use it to wash your face daily. Angelica decoction helps soften the skin, reduce dryness and increase natural elasticity.

Angelica sinensis nourishes blood, promotes blood circulation, regulates blood circulation, and helps soften and smooth skin.

4. Commonly used folk masks

In addition to taking oral medications, ancient people also used natural masks to nourish the skin from the outside. These ingredients are easy to find, safe and can be applied regularly to keep the skin smooth in the cold, dry season.

• Angelica powder mask

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon of angelica powder, 1 teaspoon of honey, 1 teaspoon of unsweetened fresh milk.

How to use: Mix well until the mixture is thick, apply on face for 10-15 minutes then rinse with warm water.

Uses: Nourishes blood, improves skin tone, makes skin softer and brighter.

• Turmeric and yogurt mask

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon unsweetened yogurt, 1 teaspoon honey or royal jelly.

How to use: Mix well, apply on face for 15 minutes, rinse with warm water.

Uses: Brightens skin, reduces dark spots, reduces dryness and peeling. Turmeric also has anti-inflammatory effects, helping skin become healthier and more even-toned.

Aloe vera combined with coconut oil helps soften skin naturally.

• Aloe vera and coconut oil mask

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons fresh aloe vera gel, 1 tablespoon coconut oil.

How to use: Mix well, apply on skin for 20 minutes then rinse.

Uses: Deeply moisturizes, soothes skin, reduces irritation and helps skin become naturally soft and smooth.

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5. Notes when using folk remedies for skin care

• Choose natural, clean ingredients, no chemicals.
• Test on a small area of ​​skin first to avoid irritation, especially for sensitive skin.
• Do not leave the mask on for too long, only 15-20 minutes. After applying, apply a thin layer of moisturizer (sesame oil, coconut oil or light cream).
• Maintain a balanced diet, drink plenty of water, get enough sleep and keep a relaxed mind – because according to traditional medicine, when blood and energy are in balance, skin will naturally be bright and smooth.

Cold weather is the time when the skin is most vulnerable, but it is also the most suitable time to nourish the blood, regulate yin and yang, and help the body and skin adapt to the changing weather. Folk remedies from sesame oil, honey, angelica or blood-nourishing herbs not only help prevent dryness and cracking but also nourish the skin from deep within.

Taking care of your skin in the dry season is not only a matter of beauty, but also a way to nourish and preserve your overall health.

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