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10 Best Natural Oils For Rough, Dry Skin

By Riddhi

Some of us are bogged down by dry skin all year round. Dry skin is not only flaky, but is also rough to touch. And when you're affected by severely dry skin, mere moisturiser is just not enough. You have to switch to using some of the best oils for dry and rough skin.

Some natural oils are made for really dry skin because they tend to seep deep into the skin to provide a deep level of moisturisation for the skin.

Water-based moisturisers just don't cut it when it comes to healing rough and dry skin.

At times, when the skin is too dry, it can end up in becoming highly painful and scaly.

To avoid that from happening, you must follow a lot of rules. After all, preventing such a situation from arising is a lot better than having to deal with its consequences once it is already bad.

So, try out these all natural oils to get rid of rough and dry skin for real. These oils are inexpensive and safe to use. Go ahead and try them out. We promise you won't regret it!

1. Coconut Oil:

1. Coconut Oil:

Coconut oil actually heals the skin from within, so if you are suffering from flaky skin that starts to itch a lot, coconut oil is your new best friend!

2. Olive Oil:

2. Olive Oil:

Olive oil has many minerals and nutrients that help in creating natural lubrication for the skin. It also boosts oxygen production in the skin, and is one of the best oils to soothe really dry, rough skin.

3. Vitamin E Oil:

3. Vitamin E Oil:

Mix the oil from two vitamin E capsules into any carrier oil of your choice to make the best natural oil for dry skin ever!

4. Castor Oil:

4. Castor Oil:

Castor oil is one the richest and most penetrating oils for both the skin and hair. Massage this on to your skin to get rid of flakes on skin faster!

5. Cocoa Butter Oil:

5. Cocoa Butter Oil:

Cocoa butter is derived from cocoa beans. It smells divine and can be used to treat severely dry skin. It even helps in reducing dark patches on the skin.

6. Argan Oil:

6. Argan Oil:

Argan oil provides a deep level moisturisation to the skin that is struck by itchiness and redness. Warm the oil up before massaging it for best results.

7. Almond Oil:

7. Almond Oil:

We all know how almonds are great for health because of the vitamin E content. The same reason makes it a great oil to be applied topically to heal dry and flaky skin.

8. Sandalwood Oil:

8. Sandalwood Oil:

Sandalwood oil has been used since generations to sort out all sorts of skin problems. Use sandalwood oil to heal skin that is itchy, red and dry, as it is one of the best oils to keep rough skin at bay.

9. Jojoba Oil:

9. Jojoba Oil:

Regular usage of this non-sticky oil can help heal your dry, rough skin in no time. Use it after showering for best results.

10. Lavender Oil:

10. Lavender Oil:

Don't we all love the smell of lavenders? Then, why not use this perfect oil. This oil not only heals the skin but also has a calming effect on the nerves.

Story first published: Monday, September 12, 2016, 14:24 [IST]
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