Household Goods that Can Improve Skin Health

Many times we seek ts- For those of us who suffer from dry skin chronically or maybe in the winter months, a diffuser can be really helpful. Sometimes in the drier months the air can be very dry and that can cause your skin to experience dryness as well. Humidifiers and diffusers can be a great way to add some of that moisture back into the air. While hyaluronic acid is a very popular ingredient for its humectant abilities, if there is no water in the air for the ingredient to draw from it can actually have the adverse effect and make you more dry.

1. Air Purifier- Environmental factors like pollution, dirt and debris can take a toll on our skin. The things that we can't see floating around in the air can land on our skin and become irritants. The skin or epidermis is the first line of defense for your body, reducing the amount of oxidative and aging factors that come from the air quality in your home may really be a game changer! I found this Bulex Air Purifier on amazon in 2020. While they cannot capture 100% of the pollutants that you may be exposed to in your home, they can minimize contact with them.

2. Diffusers/Humidifiers- For those of us who suffer from dry skin chronically or maybe in the winter months, diffusers can be really helpful. Sometimes in the drier months the air can be very dry and cause your skin to experience dryness as well. Humidifiers and diffusers can be a great way to add some of that moisture back into the air. While hyaluronic acid is a very poular ingredient for its humectant abilities, if there is no water in the air for the ingredient to draw from, it can actually have the adverse effect and make you more dry. Amazon.com : diffuser

3. Silk and Satin Pillowcases- The natural hair community went wild with using silk and satin pillowcases to preserve your hair, but what about your skin? To prevent water loss in our skin when it gets dry, we use moisturizing products. However, when you sleep on cotton pillow cases it can absorb the natural oils and moisture in the skin. When your skin rubs up against cotton and it begins to disrupt the skin's barrier it can make room for other issues like breakouts and dry irritated skin. Amazon.com : satin pillow case

When it's all said and done simple changes made to your home can improve the health of your skin and here were just a few examples! I hope you find this post helpful. Share with a friend and make sure you subscribe to the site, so you don't miss a post!

XOXO Kayla