Dry skin is one of the most difficult skin types to treat because not only does it lack moisture, but sometimes it is too sensitive and can't be treated using traditional skin products. The following article will review ways of treating two subtypes of dry skin: normal dry skin and very dry skin.

Having subtypes may sound a bit like an exaggeration, but I assure you, it is not. People that have normal dry skin feel tightness, itchiness, and perhaps some swelling. People with very dry skin, nevertheless, may have dry skin, dry hands, and be sensitive to various kinds of fabrics.

Normal Dryness and Dry Skin Care

Before we get too in depth, let's begin with the appropriate dry skin routine. Because soap and water are known to strip both natural oils and moisture from your skin, it isn't recommended that you use soapy cleansers.

People with dry skin should use a cream cleanser. Cream cleansers can help you remove debris from your skin without robbing your skin of excess moisture. Once you've finished cleansing, use an alcohol free toner to refresh your skin and remove any debris that may have been left behind.

The final step in any basic cleansing routine for dry skin is the use of a good moisturizing cream. Reapply during the day if you feel that your skin is too tight or dry. To exfoliate dry skin, use a homemade product by mixing grapefruit juice with honey and oatmeal.

Very Dry Skin needs Special Dry Skin Care

If you have very dry skin, you will notice that it still feels tight and itchy after you perform the previously mentioned cleansing routine. If you feel that this is your situation then you should seriously consider switching over to oils, not oil-based products, but actual oil. Olive oil and rose hip oil are excellent products for very dry skin.

Trade your cream cleanser for olive oil. Lather the oil on your face, place a relatively hot, moist towel on your face and let it set until it cools off. Then, wipe off the oil with the towel.

Apply a creamy moisturizer immediately after you've wiped off the oil. This product will absorb quickly and lock in the moisture. This is all you need to keep your very dry skin under control.

Exfoliation for very dry skin should be done with milk. Even though it is a natural product for dry skin, some people feel a little awkward with the thought of spreading milk all over their face, however, it is very effective. If you do decide to use milk, make sure that you moisturize immediately afterwards.

Any time you try to decide which natural skin care products are right for you, you'll have to go through a trial-and-error process. However, the suggestions that were listed above are a good starting point for the treatment of dry skin.