Gooseflesh: unique recipes from aromatherapy

The popularly known skin condition gooseflesh is referred to in medicine by several terms: follicular keratosis, pilar keratosis, follicular hyperkeratosis. Gooseflesh is a skin disease that is expressed by spots on the skin in the form of rough, small-sized "pimples" located on the arms, cheeks, thighs, legs, buttocks, abdomen, etc. It looks like acne, especially if the small "pimples" become inflamed, cracked, dry and flaky.

The origin of this condition is simple: dead cells of the stratum corneum become clogged in the hair follicles. As a result, the hair cannot break through these plugs. The follicle expands, and formations in the form of hard conical "pimples" appear on the surface of the skin.

Gooseflesh most often appears in the winter time. It often affects overweight and obese women, adolescents during puberty, as well as pregnant women or after the birth of a child. The disease is not contagious. It may one day simply disappear from the surface of the skin. There is no treatment other than aromatherapy and folk remedies.

Gooseflesh: basic principles of treatment

Before, proceed to the treatment, it is necessary to understand what its basic principles are. It is simple - to clear the hair follicles from the "plugs". There is only one treatment that can do this, and that is skin exfoliation. It is very important, after any exfoliating procedures, to moisturize the skin, as well as protect it from the sun.
It is also necessary to take care that the skin is constantly moisturized. It is not bad to use scrubs, but not more than 3 times a week. It is important to make sure that the scrubs are soft and do not traumatize the skin.

You should also pay attention to drinking at least 8 glasses of water per day. In your diet, avoid fast foods and other foods that contain margarine and other hydrogenated fats. Eat sea fish. Avoid very dry environments.

Gooseflesh and aromatherapy recipes

1. Drinking soda

This is a great remedy that is great for exfoliating the skin. Mix 2-3 teaspoons in 4-6 teaspoons of water. Gently rub the resulting mixture into the skin for 3-5 minutes. Wash off with lukewarm water. Repeat regularly. You can use table salt instead of baking soda.

2. Vitamin A in capsules

Retinoids are also known as great exfoliants. Take two vitamin A capsules and squeeze out the contents. Apply to the affected areas as a gentle massage for 3-4 minutes. Leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Wash off with warm water and soap or shampoo. Instead of capsules, you can use masks from carrots, papaya, grapes, strawberries, tomatoes.

3. AHA acids

AHA acids or "fruit acids" are lactic, glycolic, citric, etc. acids. The best among them is glycolic acid. It is sold in the form of chemical peels and has a high concentration, ranging from 30% and higher. Its use as a peel can cause a lot of flaking and even burn the skin. However, it is one of the best exfoliating agents. Therefore, when using it, you should dilute the glycolic peel with water and measure the pH with a special litmus paper. The solution should have a pH of at least 3.5.

It is not bad to use as exfoliators also lactic acid, which is found in sour milk products such as kefir, sour milk, yogurt. But it is best to use curd whey. You can also squeeze lemon juice, but it is not as safe as glycolytic and lactic acid.

Yogurt and other sour milk products are best used 15-20 minutes before showering.

4. Coconut oil

One of the best moisturizers for gooey skin. Mix one part regular sugar and one part brown sugar. Add 2 parts of coconut oil. Lubricate the skin and massage gently for 2-4 minutes. Wash off with soap and water or shampoo. You can add vanillin extract or honey.

Coconut oil with apple cider vinegar is also a good remedy to get rid of gooseflesh. Mix equal amounts of apple cider vinegar, coconut oil and add a teaspoon of honey. Apply with light massage movements. Leave on the skin for 2-3 minutes. Wash off with warm water and soap.

5. Apple cider vinegar

Moisten a cotton ball with vinegar and rub into the skin. Leave for 2-3 minutes. Rinse off with warm water. Be sure to moisturize.
Moisten a dry cloth with vinegar. Put it on the skin as a compress. Leave it on for about 5 minutes. Then take a shower. Moisturize the skin.

6. Oat flakes

Grind oat flakes well to a powder. Dilute with water to the state of porridge. Apply to the skin with light massage movements. Leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse. Moisturize. Be careful. Oat flakes can clog the drain in the bathtub or sink.

7. Sugar, sour cream and olive oil

Mix one teaspoon of sugar with two teaspoons of sour cream. Apply to the skin and leave on for 3-4 minutes. Rinse off. Moisturize. You can add olive oil to this mixture. Or mix olive oil with sugar, without sour cream. Leave it on for 2-3 minutes. Wash off with warm water and soap. You can moisturize with the same olive oil.

8. Aspirin

Grind a few aspirin tablets to powder. Dissolve in warm water. Apply to the skin and massage for 2-3 minutes. Leave for 5-7 minutes. Wash off. Moisturize.

All of the above aromatherapy recipes should be used regularly and for a long time, at least several months, to achieve results. You can moisten the skin with green tea before moisturizing. Dry the skin without rinsing it off. Apply one of the base oils as a moisturizer: coconut oil, grapeseed oil, olive oil of vidrine variety only.

During the procedure, watch your diet. No buns, cakes, cookies, no fast food, chips, fried nuts. More fruits and vegetables. And don't forget the water.