The best natural ingredients in moisturizers for African American skin will keep the skin hydrated without leaving it too oily. By knowing the ingredients to look for and the primary products to use, you can beat undesirable skin problems and have the soft glowing skin you’ve always wanted.

No more constantly reapplying lotions that dry up and sometimes even worsen your  problem. Of course, the worse the problem gets, the more we run to the store to stock up on even more items that still may not get the results we hope for. Thankfully, using organic products gets to the root of the issue. They are soothing and protecting, and there’s no need to worry about many of the chemicals in the store products that are mass produced and can create health issues that go beyond unhealthy skin.

Here are the 6 ingredients that can contribute to the perfect moisturizer.

Raw Shea Butter

Raw shea butter is a superior moisturizer that has been used for generations and is well-known for its ability to promote beautiful skin and hair. Using it as a moisturizer helps to even your complexion and fades discoloration. It contains vitamin E, another staple in the world of beauty for moisture and skin restoration that has incredible healing abilities. Vitamin A is another important ingredient in Shea butter because it can also accelerate the healing process and can fight against acne and sunburn. Additionally, it can calm allergic reactions and even remedy frostbite.

Witch Hazel

Don’t let the name fool you. Witch Hazel is not at all as strange as it sounds. It happens to be a powerful astringent and deep cleanser that is a natural solution for acne. To treat oily skin, it soaks up the excess oil in a way that keeps your skin from being stripped of the natural oil so the overproduction of more oil doesn’t happen.
Witch Hazel is so strong that it can prevent razor burn and make poison ivy easier to deal with and get rid of.

Because of it anti-inflammatory properties, it’s used to reduce swelling, and will also constrict blood vessels so that your skin can have more tightness. Use it for a more youthful appearance because not only does it promote elasticity and smaller pores, it is well known as an under eye treatment to reduce bags and sagginess beneath the eyes.

Wheat Germ Oil

Wheat germ oil detoxifies the skin. Once again, vitamin E is found in the oil, contributing to desirable results. It also has fatty acids that provide immune support. If we were to list the many minerals and nutrients in wheat germ, there will be far more than 15. Let’s just sum it up by saying that wheat germ oil can be blended with an essential oil of your choosing for skin of any type to make it more radiant and smooth while fading blemishes. Along with healing scars, it can also keep scars away by preventing them from forming.

Avocado oil

Avocado oil is a substance and that has B vitamins, vitamin A, Vitamin D, and Vitamin E, among many other vitamins and nutrients. It makes the skin more healthy as well as the body and hair, and is an antioxidant that also contains Omega-3 for sun protection. Avocado is a carrier oil Boost its beauty effect by pairing with an essential oil so that it can work and transfer other valuable elements.

Rosehip oil

If you suffer from prematurely aged skin, rosehip oil will most likely become one of your best friends. It has such a high percentage of fatty acids that it repairs and reverses some of the signs of worn out skin. Full of Vitamin C and A, it fights wrinkles and has a lightning effect. This is extremely helpful for dark spots and it works with the collagen in the skin to create more collagen for smooth, touchable skin.

Essentials oils

There are many options for both essential and carrier oils based on your needs so that you can create the perfect routine. For those unfamiliar with the use of essential oils, it is important to know that they are very strong and should be diluted with carrier oils in order to safely receive and strengthen their effects. Two of the most popular essential oils that work tend to work wonders on Black skin is lavender and chamomile.

Lavender is known for its therapeutic scent and its ability to keep the skin calm from inflammation and it works as an antibacterial. Uneven complexions can become more balanced with lavender. The oil also aids in mental and physical relaxation. Chamomile is another essential oil that has the ability to repair skin and give it a youthful glow.

Know your skin type …

Knowledge is power when it comes to choosing a moisturizer. By knowing your skin type and the ingredients that work the best for you, you will find yourself with a much healthier routine that keeps your skin beautiful for a very long time.

Check out the Antioxidant Face Cream, it’s an excellent moisturizer.  If you’ve got dry skin or live in colder climates, you really want to take a look.

That’s it for this week.  As always ..

Dedicated To Your Beauty

Juliette Samuel

Esthetician/Aromatherapist/Author/Publisher

Nyraju Skin Care