Camille Beckman

Despite not being a common ingredient in hand and body lotions, plant-based glycerin is one of the most beneficial agents for dry and aging skin. For skin conditions like psoriasis, eczema, or chronic dryness, using chemically formulated lotions can irritate and dry out skin faster. Choosing glycerin skincare to tend to sensitive skin can restore softness and protection from signs of aging. Also known as glycerol, glycerin is naturally sourced from plants or a synthetic process with propylene alcohol. Plant-based glycerin tends to be gentler on sensitive skin types that deal with extreme dryness or eczema. Glycerin lotion has been studied intensely by scientists and dermatologists for the last two decades. One study that focused on atopic dermatitis, a chronic skin disease, showed subjects had significant improvement when using glycerin lotion versus a glycerin-less placebo. Results included softer skin with increased hydration without invasive chemicals or toxic ingredients

While it might seem outdated, perfumed body powder is starting to become popular with beauty gurus again. Previously used by older generations, perfumed body powder is a wonderfully resourceful personal care product for soft and silky skin. Before deciding if it is for you, here are the top reasons to introduce body powder into your hygienic routine. Blocks Moisture Powder absorbs moisture and blocks it from gathering on the surface of the skin. For those who live in humid climates, body powder keeps your skin dry without dehydrating it. Athletes and outdoor fanatics love body powder for its ability to deter sweat without suffocating skin. For soft but dry skin, sparsely apply body powder after moisturizing with a lotion or salve. The powder locks in the moisture from the lotion while absorbing sweat and humidity. For those with quick morning routines, applying body powder after a shower can help your skin dry faster so you can get dressed and out the door sooner.

Over the past century, showers have replaced baths as the preferable mode of routine bathing. While showers are convenient for speedy cleansing, baths have many proven benefits for the skin, muscles, and mind. Sensitive skin types and those diagnosed with select chronic illnesses may find that introducing baths into their routine could have favorable effects on unpleasant symptoms.   Bath soaks and salts reduce inflammation of muscles and joints without unwanted side effects that painkillers often have. Epsom salt, in particular, has powerful natural properties that dehydrate cells and therefore reduces inflammation through the skin. Sitting in a tub of warm, not hot, water with Epsom salt for several minutes can have positive effects on sore and inflamed joint and muscles. Athletes often take cold baths due to built up lactic acid in aching muscles. Cold water constricts blood vessels quickly, draining lactic acid built up from intense activity, like exercise. Taking cold or ic