One would wonder what special has to be done for dry skin body pack or how to apply the body pack on dry skin? Initially these apprehensions shall be there but in reality it is very simple procedure without any impediments.
Let the Body Feel Light with Oil Massage
To begin with, first take a thorough massage with olive oil. Take ½ cup olive oil and warm it up slightly on the gas burner. When it is lukewarm apply on the entire body. With a firm hand start the massage from top to bottom of the body that means initiate from shoulders, neck, hands, chest, stomach and then legs. One can do it the massage on these body parts themselves except the back. Before legs back massage needs to be done. Take help of some other person to do massage on the back. The total time to be spent on massage must be 25-30 minutes. Allow the oil to penetrate deep inside the skin layers. Body massage alleviates the body, improves the blood circulation and enhances the inner strength/energy which enables the body to quickly respond to the next stage. In case olive oil is not available alternatively coconut oil can also be used.
In the meantime the oil penetrates in the skin prepare the body pack. The aim behind the body pack for dry skin it to moisturize it well as the natural oil in dry skin is quite less. Hence, the ingredients used must leave the skin nourished, moisturized and supple yet not too greasy or sticky. To prepare the dry skin body pack take 1 cup thick sour curd, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons rose water and ½ teaspoon turmeric powder. Mix all the ingredients together into a paste. The consistency of the mixture should be medium so that it easily spreads on the entire body skin.
Time to Apply Curd Honey Dry Skin Body Pack
By this time the oil is absorbed by the skin. Now apply the prepared curd honey body pack starting from neck to feet with the help of a flat brush. Make sure the paste is applied all over the body. Incase it finishes in between again make the paste using the same ratio but do not leave any organ without the applying the paste. After the pack is applied, just relax with eyes closed and allow it to dry in natural environment. With the body heat the paste shall dry completely. It can take 15-20 minutes. Then after take the bath with lukewarm water. Do not rub the skin too vigorously while bathing. The paste shall be cleaned easily in couple of minutes. Lastly just pat dry the skin.
In this way one can apply the body pack on the dry skin. This pack shall leave back nourished and re-vitalized skin. So get ready to feel your changed skin!
Here’s a sample recipe for a DIY dry skin treatment using calendula, plantain and burdock:
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It’s important to note that results may vary from person to person, and that it’s always best to do a patch test before using any new product to check for any reactions. Additionally, it’s important to be aware of the potential side effects and interactions with other medications.
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