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It can be difficult to keep your skin hydrated and moisturized this time of the year. As we all know by now, winter weather has the ability to dry, chap and irritate our skin. Luckily, there are many products on the market that help lock in moisture to keep skin soft, supple and hydrated. Here are 5 natural products that dermatologist swear by for dry skin. And, the best part? They're all $10 or less!
Yes to Coconut Ultra Hydrating Facial Crème Cleanser
We all know coconut oil is super hydrating for the skin. The Yes to Coconut cleanser uses virgin coconut oil, as well as chia seed oil, to heal dry skin. "Coconut oil contains skin soothers like vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids, and lauric acid, which is a fatty acid that has been shown in a study to have anti-microbial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory properties," says dermatologist Dr. Sejal Shah.
Yes to Coconut Ultra Hydrating Facial Crème Cleanser ($9.99)
Burt's Bees Intense Hydration Night Cream
Lock in moisture while you sleep with this Burt's Bees night cream. It contains 99% natural ingredients including clary sage, which, according to dermatologist Dr. Cybele Fishman, "acts against bad bacteria Staphylococcus aureus."
Burt's Bees Intense Hydration Night Cream ($7.99)
Lush Oatifix Fresh Face Mask
With natural ingredients like oatmeal, mashed organic bananas, and illipe butter, this Lush face mask will restore moisture back into the skin. According to dermatologist Dr. Surbhi, oatmeal contains "lipids and protein content that have humectant, occlusive and emollient properties."
Lush Oatifix Fresh Face Mask ($9.95)
SheaMoisture Tamanu Oil & Shea Butter Body Lotion
Organic, fair trade shea butter, aloe vera, and tamanu oil are just a few of the naturally moisturizing ingredients in this body lotion. "Shea butter contains fatty acids that have been shown to improve the skin barrier," says dermatologist Dr. Leslie S. Baumann. "Shea butter also has phenolic components that function as antioxidants."
SheaMoisture 100% Tamanu Oil & Organic Shea Butter Lotion ($9.99)
Yes to Carrots Intense Hydrating Night Cream
Yes to Carrot's Hydrating Night Cream is 96% natural, dermatologist-tested and contains moisturizing ingredients like avocado and sweet almond oil. According to Dr. Surbhi, "Avocado oil has a good moisturizing capacity due to its high fat content and this comes with added benefits of vitamin E and vitamin A."
What other natural skin products do you use for dry skin? Let us know in the comments below! Also, check out the winter mistakes that are drying out your skin at SheFinds.com!
