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Question #17427
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home made moisturizer - #17427

Agastya

I am really struggling with dry skin lately, especially during this cold weather! It's like no matter how much lotion I put on, nothing seems to work. My friend suggested trying a home made moisturizer instead of all these store-bought creams that have too many chemicals. I mean, I get that commercial products can be harsh, but I just don't know if a home made moisturizer is really going to give me the hydration I need. My skin feels tight, and I've noticed some flakiness on my cheeks, which is super annoying! I've looked up a few recipes for a home made moisturizer, like combining coconut oil and aloe vera, but does that really work? Are there specific ingredients that would really make a home made moisturizer effective? Also, is there a chance that using a home made moisturizer could make my skin even worse? I just don't want to end up with breakouts or irritations. Anyone have success with this, or should I stick to what the dermatologists always recommend instead? Any tips on making a good home made moisturizer would be really appreciated!

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