5 ways to use cow ghee for supple and soft skin

Dry, itchy winter skin? Pure cow ghee is the simplest, safest moisturiser in your kitchen. Here’s how to use it — from chapped lips to cracked heels. (Image: AI generated)

• Ghee is a natural moisturiser for dry winter skin, lips, hands, and feet.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, ghee soothes, hydrates, and adds glow.
• Mix ghee with turmeric for a healthy facial glow; safe for under-eye dryness.

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If you enjoy a dollop of ghee in your food, you would truly love it on your skin. Revered in Ayurveda for its moisturising properties, pure cow ghee beats all store-bought lotions, creams, and serums that promise healthy, glowing skin. What’s more, it’s easily found in Indian kitchens and provides nourishment and care to the skin, which is much needed in winter.

Benefits of ghee for your skin in winters

While winter strips the skin of moisture due to cold, dry air, heaters, and hot baths, ghee comes to your aid. It is rich in omega fatty acids and antioxidants that help keep the skin supple and soft. It works as a natural moisturiser by keeping your skin hydrated.

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Pure cow ghee contains vitamins A, D, E, and K, which makes it excellent for skin health. It’s one of the most natural ways by which you can prevent your skin from feeling irritated, flaky, dull, and dry. It can be used in a number of ways for impressive results.

How to use ghee on your skin

For chapped lips

If your lips get dry and cracked during winter and cause discomfort, there’s nothing better than applying a layer of ghee, especially before bed. Massage it lightly for a few seconds and leave it overnight. You’d find a visible difference the next morning. This is due to phospholipids in ghee that help moisturise the lips. What’s more, it’s safe for kids.

For hands, feet, and cracked heels

Many people find it difficult to keep their hands, feet, and heels from getting dry and cracked. But ghee can come to your rescue. Massage your hands and feet with ghee right before bed. Using it consistently will surprise you.

For dry body

If your skin is irritated with woollen wear or too dry due to heaters and hot showers, moisturise it with ghee after bath and before you go to bed. It will not only calm your skin but also keep it hydrated. The antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals in ghee work effectively to soothe the skin.

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For dull skin that needs glow

If your face feels dull and lifeless in winter, take half a teaspoon of ghee and add a pinch of turmeric in it. Apply the mixture on your face and leave it for 10 minutes. Rinse properly and pat dry with a soft cloth. When done consistently, it gives you a healthy glow that’s hard to miss.

For dry under-eye area

Ghee can be used to treat the under-eye area that is sensitive and prone to dryness. Just a tiny amount can be tapped gently around under eyes before you hit the bed. It will help soothe the skin and cure dryness.