Proper nourishment is vital for glowing skin, especially during the winter as cold fronts strip many women of essential moisture and nutrients. But instead of going to the stores and buying expensive products that promise wonders I suggest you look around your home first where you can find natural moisturizers and that is in your kitchen. Just like your body needs fuel in the form of minerals, vitamins to function properly, your skin needs moisture to maintain its natural beauty and health. When the skin is so hydrated, wrinkles, fine lines will not start to appear anytime soon. If your skin is not moisturized regularly, it begins to look dry, dull and old. This is one reason why many skin care products consider the complete emphasis on the moisturizing part. However, they have been a rise of harmful moisturizing products that may harm your skin in the end. Nevertheless, there are many natural products women can use to keep their skin smooth and moisturized.The good thing is that all of these are found in our homes.

Here are some of the few remedies you can use.

1. Olive Oil

Olive oil is an effective and best natural moisturizer. The reason being is that it contains linoleic acid, which forms a water barrier in the skin to retain moisture and promotes well-nourished and smooth skin. Furthermore, vitamin E acts a neutralizer against oxidant effects that damage collagen, at vital component behind skin damage and dryness.

How do you do it?

1. Rub some lukewarm olive oil on your hands, legs and other areas of your skin.
2. Massage gently using circular motions.
3. Leave the oil on your skin for 30 minutes, and then take a shower.
4. Do this daily or several times a week, as needed.

2. Coconut Oil

Similar to olive oil, coconut oil is also a good and perfect skin moisturizer. The fatty acid in the oil provides a deep hydration to keep dry skin moisturized and supple. Besides, from locking in moisture, coconut oil also provides the skin with vital nutrients for optimum skin health. In addition, coconut oil is non-greasy and suits all skin types. It is as effective and safe as mineral oil when used as a moisturizer.

How do you do it?

1. Warm up some coconut oil in a microwave for a few seconds.
2. Apply this warm oil on your skin.
3. Massage gently so that the oil penetrates into the skin.
4. Wait 10 minutes, then take a bath or shower.
5. Do this once daily, or as needed.
   
   3. Honey

Honey is good for your skin and your dry, dull skin will love it. Being a natural humectant, honey provides and helps to retain moisture in your skin. The astringent properties in honey, like emollient, penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin thus keeping your skin moisturized.

How do you do it?

• Mix together 3 tablespoons each of honey and whole milk. Apply it on your skin, then wait 15 minutes before taking a shower. Repeat continuously daily until you see changes.
• To deal with extremely dry skin, apply a layer of honey on the affected area, and allow it to sit for 20 to 25 minutes. Rinse it off with lukewarm water and pat dry. Repeat 3 or 4 times a week, or more often if you have very dry skin.
  
  4. Glycerin

Many people use glycerin only during the winter season but it is essential to continuously use glycerin throughout the year to keep your skin moisturized and smooth. Similar to honey, glycerin is also a natural humectant, that means glycerin attracts water and helps to retain and keep moisture on the skin.

According to a study carried out by the Acta Dermato-Venereologica in the year 2002, they established that a cream containing glycerin appeared to be a suitable alternative to a cream containing urea and sodium chloride in the treatment of atopic dry skin.

How do you do it?

1. Thoroughly mix equal parts of glycerin and rose water (plain water will also do).
2. Apply this solution on your skin before going to sleep.
3. The next morning, take a lukewarm shower to rinse it off.
4. Repeat daily, or as needed.
   
   5. Aloe Vera

When it comes to keeping your skin hydrated, aloe vera is one the best remedies that may be found and accessible in your kitchen garden or balcony. Aloe- Vera has astringent nutrients but it is rich in nutrients like vitamins A and E that keep your skin vibrant, smooth, soft and vibrant throughout the year. It also reduces itchiness and prevents flaking caused by dry skin. According to the Indian Journal of Dermatology elaborates that the moisturizing effect of aloe vera in treating dry skin.

How do you do it?

• Cut open an aloe vera leaf and scoop out the gel using a spoon. Apply the gel on your skin and allow it to dry for 10 to 12 minutes. Wash it off with lukewarm water. Repeat every 2 or 3 days.
• Another option is to combine the gel from 1 aloe vera leaf and half a cup of coconut oil (solid, not melted). Whisk the mixture with an electric or hand whisker for about 5 minutes, until you get a fluffy consistency. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Use it once or twice daily, as needed.
  
  6. Milk Cream

Milk cream is kitchen remedies you can use to smoothen your skin. Milk is a great natural ingredient that helps you enjoy glowing, smooth and flawless radiant skin. Milk is an effective ingredient for hydrating all skin types as it quickly absorbed into the skin pores and keep it moisturized for a longer time. Milk also contains astringent lactic acid, which helps to exfoliate the skin to get rid of dry and dead skin cells. This helps to make your skin look flashier, younger and glowing.

How do you do it?

1. Apply milk cream generously on your skin.
2. Keep it on for 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse it off with lukewarm water.
3. Do this 3 or 4 times a week.

This is the end of this article; I hope you are going to use the above-mentioned tips to moisturize your skin. However, they are more.

Six Natural Moisturizers for Your Skin