What exactly are bath oils? Would they benefit my dry skin, and if so where could I find some?

Question

I have dry skin with KP, but I hate having to put on lotion all the time after bathing because I'm also hairy and that means extra time rubbing it in to get rid of the film. I would rather use some very effective moisturizing directly in the shower or bath. All the moisturizing cleaners I've tried, including Dove and Cetaphil and Aveeno, have not worked well enough for me. I need something to not only moisturize but also lock it in.

Answer 1

If u want to lock it in then u put it on right after your shower because the heat open your pores and as soon as you r normal temp then they close.Bath oil is really good because your skin will soak it up in the warm bath.If you go to a nateral herbal etc store they have better products for baths but if nothing like that is around i would recomend oil of olay .It is really good and so is ponds.If you shave your legs don't do it with bath oil in the tub cause u can take chunks of skin off n not even no it oh ya avon has an oil the skin so soft is really really good to .Try the avon one first then oil of olay if that isn't good enough for u .then the ponds.There is also a product from different brands that has a body cream rinse for in the bath n for after you wash u use it while u r in the tub and that is good stuff to the one i use is olay moisturinse in the shower body lotion n it smells awsome to.I hope that helps.

Answer 2

Extra Light Virgin Olive oil is an excellent moisturizer. You smooth it on your skin and rinse off the excess. It's natural unlike other bath oils, Most are petroleum or mineral oil based, which are chemical based. This is also good for dry hair! No perfume so you can wear aftershave or cologne after use. This is one you can use on face and body without problems. I have used it for years. Also use a natural bristle bath brush or loofa sponge to exfoliate the dry skin cells for better absorption.

Answer 3

Drink plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated and use a face pack of ripe bananas and honey. You can find more cheap, effective and natural home remedies for dry skin at http://www.wellnesstalk.org/dryskin.html

Answer 4

bath oils. help soften your skin and make it more supple....it can help clean your skin pores. and make you smell good. i myself don't know of any particular brand or variety that would work any better than what you've already tried..... but you could ask your pharmicist. or check in the health and beauty aisle of any grocery or walmart store. or department store. also check in the pharmacutical aisle. or go to a drug store. i wish you well.......