Put simply, ‘natural skin care’ is caring for your skin in a natural and chemical-free way. ‘Natural skin care’ advocates enabling the skin to take care of itself (without any assistance from synthetic materials/ chemicals). ‘Natural skin care’ is about inculcation of good habits in the way you lead your day to day life. A lot of natural skin care measures are actually the same as those for body care in general.

So let’s see what these natural skin care measures are.

Well the first and the foremost natural skin care measure is – ‘Drink a lot of water’.  Around 8 glasses of water is a must everyday. Water helps in flushing out the toxins from the body, in a natural way. It helps in the overall upkeep of the body and promotes good health for all organs (not just skin).

General cleanliness is another inexpensive way of natural skin care.  Daily shower, wearing clean clothes and sleeping on a clean mattress/pillow are all part of general cleanliness. After all, clean skin is the key to keeping the skin disorders at bay.

Regular exercise is the next thing on the cards. Exercise increases the flow of blood that helps in getting rid of body toxins and keeping you healthy.  Exercise also helps in beating stress which is the worst enemy of good health.

Healthy food and eating habits are also recommended for natural skin care.  Some type of food (e.g. oily food) is know to cause acne and should be avoided as much as possible. Your diet should be a healthy mix of various nutrient providing foods. Raw fruits and vegetables are known to provide freshness to your body and help in getting rid of body toxins.

A good sleep is also instrumental in maintaining good health and in beating stress. As a natural skin care measure, a good sleep delays slacking of skin.

Beating stress is another natural skin care therapy. Stress causes overall damage to body and health. Drinking a lot of water, getting a sound sleep and exercise has already been mentioned as stress busters. Indulging in a warm bubble bath, listening to music and playing your favourite sport are also good ways of beating stress. Yoga is yet another way of beating stress; it is fast gaining popularity amongst the masses.

Avoiding excessive exposure to sun (by wearing long sleeved clothes, hat and umbrella etc), is another natural skin care strategy. Sunscreen lotions are also recommended as necessary. 

A lot of traditional and home made natural skin care products/ measures are also known to be very effective. Such measures are not only natural and easy-to-follow, but also relatively inexpensive.

Besides that, a lot of natural skin care products are available in the commercial market. These include things like lavender oil, aloe vera etc., which don’t have any side effects.

There’s nothing like a refreshing natural skin care regimen.  But making your own natural skin care products can be time consuming.  How can you avoid the synthetic products present in most commercial cosmetic products?  If you have a tight schedule and are the type of person who prefers to go natural, there are around 200 manufacturers of natural skin care products to choose from.  That’s quite a lot but knowing your skin type and the ingredients suited for you, your search may be narrowed down.

Here’s a guide for you to know your skin type.  If your face tends to be oily about 20 minutes after a facial wash especially on the T-zone area (forehead, nose, chin) then you’re under the oily skin category.  Knowing your skin type can help you select the right natural skin care products.  Moreover, take an assessment on your skin complexion, if its fair, medium tone, darker, or extra dark – fair complexions seem to be irritated more easily so be careful with the type of natural skin care products you choose.  Also, adjust to your skin’s concerns to know its needs whether you need anti-aging products, etc.  And your personal habits (do you smoke?) are factors to the degree of skin nourishment necessary for you.

The U.S. FDA also passed, in 2002, a new standard in the classification of natural or organic products.  Check out for the USDA seal in the natural skin care products you choose.  100% Organic means all the ingredients are made from natural products and free from preservatives so might want to be particular about that.

Aubrey organics has specifically categorized their natural skin care products into six namely: for dry skin, combination dry skin, normal skin, combination oily skin, oily skin, and sensitive skin. 

ZenMed’s line of natural skin care products have tapped the wisdom of nature into a blend of all-natural extracts from plants and herbs’ roots into a 3-step system that cleanses, heals, and protects skin.  ZenMed, likewise, has formulated natural skin care products, derived from botanical extracts, for the treatment of acne, rosacea, and eczema.

Meanwhile, Herbal Luxuries is another manufacturer of natural skin care products that offer affordable natural skin care solutions that target problem areas and promote healthy skin.  Their product range include: anti-aging, acne, cellulite, eczema, aromatherapy products, and facial treatments all derived from herbal, natural, and premium organic sources.

The positive aspect of genuine natural skin care products is that they work by allowing it to build its own defense mechanism.  Additionally, unlike its synthetic counterparts, natural skin care products leave no pollutants on your skin but nourishing vitamins essential for skin rejuvenation.