Ah, This chilly winter! Dreamed of wearing cozy woolen sweaters and shawls, having a warm cup of coffee, and enjoying outside cold weather and snow, right? We considered this as the best season of the year. But sometimes, your skin can’t get the same feelings. It knocks several skin problems, dryness, roughness, patchy skin, and more. It is important to retain natural skin glow and moisture in this dry season.

It’s time to add natural DIY home remedies to your regular skincare routine. Pick natural ingredients available in your kitchen and deal effectively with the common issues related to your dry winter skin.

1. Coconut Oil Massage:

Coconut oil is a great savior, there is nothing impossible for it to hail – only except to be used on oily skin. It acts as an excellent moisturizer for dry and dull winter skin. Due to the lack of fatty acid content in your skin, it may be dry. Virgin Coconut oil is the best resource to restore the lost fatty acid on the skin.

How to Use:

• Warm-up 1 tablespoon of virgin coconut oil. Apply it on your face and affected dry skin areas and gently massage the skin for at least 5 minutes.

• Leave it on for 10-15 minutes or overnight. The oil can fully absorb into your skin and provide a smooth texture and dewy fresh glow.

• You can also add sugar to this coconut oil and use this mixture as a skin exfoliator.

2. Glycerine:

Glycerine is excellent for dull skin and dry patches. Regular skin massage with it can keep your skin younger-looking and healthy, free from dark circles and stretch marks. The humectants and emollient contents present in Glycerine can moisturize your dry and damaged skin.

How to Use:

• Apply 1 tablespoon of glycerine on a cotton pad and pat it on your skin’s dry areas.
• Leave it for hours until it absorbs into your skin. Wash your face off. Repeat this process at least once a day to avoid dark patches.

3. Aloe Vera:

Do you know how Aloe Vera can do wonders to your skin? Well, it has become a popular home remedy that promotes skin health. Due to its non-greasy texture, the aloe vera gel is widely used as a great moisturizer for dry skin and dull hair. The rejuvenating aloe vera gel or mask can help to treat acne and skin wrinkles. Its anti-inflammatory property improves your skin’s collagen and elastin levels.

How to Use:

• Scrap the gel from aloe vera leaf and blend it in the mixture. But it is important to drain the rasin first, otherwise, it can cause skin irritation.
• Wash your face and apply a scoop of aloe vera gel on your face and leave it overnight. If you are feeling uncomfortable, then you can rinse it off after 15-20 minutes. For better results, you can apply this gel daily.

4. Cinnamon and Honey Face Mask:

If your skin looks dry and dull this winter, then it’s time to add cinnamon and honey to your daily skincare routine. Cinnamon can do a lot of wonders to your skin. It can extract the dirt and pollution from your skin and promote capillary circulation.

Make a scrubber by mixing ground cinnamon and honey and directly apply to your affected areas. Its anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties can remove dead skin cells and reduce acne issues.

How to Use:

• Take 2 tablespoons of honey and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder. Mix them well. Apply this pack to your face by using a soft brush.
• Keep this face mask for at least 15-20 minutes and wash it off after a gentle massage.
• You can repeat this process every 4-5 days to enjoy better skin results.

5. Multani Mitti Face Pack:

Multani mitti is a staple ingredient of Ayurvedic skincare and treatment, widely used by our Indian homemakers over decades. This mineral-rich, clay substance is not so suitable for dry and sensitive skin, but it does magic to oily skin. Its deep cleansing property can remove dirt, impurities, and excess oil from your skin. It fights against pimple-causing bacteria and reduces scars, acne, and blackheads.

How to Use:

• Combine ground dry orange peels and Multani mitti as a skin exfoliator and get the instant glow to your skin.
• If you have dry skin, then you can opt for a Multani mitti face pack with added moisturizing ingredients, like honey, milk, or cream. It not only removes dirt from the pores but also keeps your skin hydrated.
• Apply this mixture on your face and leave it for a minimum of 15-20 minutes. Rinse it off with lukewarm water. Repeat this process twice a week to enjoy spot-free, glowing skin.

6. Milk and Almond Face Pack:

If you wish to get blemish-free nourished skin this winter, try to use an almond face mask. Its high antioxidant and vitamin E content provides soft, youthful skin.

Even milk has natural anti-inflammatory properties and its lactic acid content acts as a natural exfoliator to keep your skin hydrated.

How to Use:

• Take 5-7 almonds and soak them overnight.
• Remove the skin and mash them and add 2-3 tablespoons of fresh milk to make a smooth paste.
• Apply it on your face, neck, and dry skin areas and allow it to sit for 10-15 minutes. Rinse it off.
• Repeat this process at least twice a week to keep your skin moisturized and hydrated.

7. Papaya and Honey Face Mask:

Indulge your dry winter skin with an excellent home remedy, Papaya and honey face pack. This tropic fruit is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that help to reduce skin aging, blemishes and leave your skin moisturized, hydrated. Its antibacterial property can help your skin to combat acne and pimples.

Even honey has an immense hydrating property that keeps your skin soft and supple.

How to Use:

• Take 1/2 cup of chopped ripe papaya and mash them properly. Add honey to this and make a smooth, thick paste.

• Apply this face mask on your face, dry skin areas, and leave it for a minimum of 20 minutes.

• Rinse it off with lukewarm water to soothe your dry and dull skin.

8. Yogurt:

Bless your dry winter skin with the goodness of a natural exfoliator, yogurt. It is a natural yet amazing home remedy that keeps your skin nourished this winter. Its rich lactic acid content, vitamins, and minerals can do wonders. It not only removes the dead skin cells but also keeps your skin hydrated for long.

Gently apply thick yogurt on your face and dry skin areas and massage for at least 10-15 minutes. Rinse it off to tighten your skin pores and get a healthy glow on your face.

How to Use:

• To get instant brightness on your skin, try to mix two medium-sized ripe strawberries (crushed), 1 teaspoon of yogurt, and 1 teaspoon of honey and get a smooth blend. Apply it on the face and allow it to leave for 15-20 minutes. Use lukewarm water to rinse.
• Mix honey and lemon juice in your yogurt and apply it on your dry and dull face as an antidote for skin Moisturising.
• You can also prepare a face pack with tomato paste, honey, and yogurt. Apply it now to enjoy fairer-looking, bright skin.

9. Eggs:

Egg white is rich in vitamins and minerals that can enhance the overall appearance of your dry and damaged winter skin. The egg white face mask has natural skin-tightening properties and can remove excess oil from your skin.

The DIY egg face pack not only purifies your skin but also provides complete protection from acne and pimples.

How to Use:

• Take an egg white and add half of the lemon juice, get a whisk.
• First wash your face with lukewarm water.
• Apply the egg mixture on your face by using a cotton pad and leave it on for 10-15 minutes.
• Rinse it off with clean water.

10. Sunflower Seed Oil:

Over the years, Sunflower seed oil has been used as a natural winter skincare ingredient. This super-absorbent oil can be applicable for all skin types, like dry, oily, sensitive skin.

It is rich in essential vitamins, like Vitamin E, C, and K that keep your skin away from premature aging and wrinkles. It also provides a protective skin barrier against environmental dirt and impurities.

How to Use:

• Take a few drops of pure sunflower seed oil and gently rub them on your face and neck. Try to avoid eye areas.
• After 10-15 minutes, wipe it off with damp cotton.

So, we’ve listed the top 10 best natural DIY home remedies that you can opt for energizing your dry, dull skin. This above-mentioned skincare routine helps you to hydrate your skin and let your face radiantly glow from inside. Try to follow this regime and be a diva!