Natural Ingredients For Common Skin Problems
We all want a clear, smooth, glowing complexion, but most of us have at least one skin concern we’re trying to fight—from itching and dryness to hyperpigmentation and fine lines. Luckily, a wide range of natural ingredients can minimize skin problems on the face so you feel more comfortable and look more radiant. Here are some of the most common skin problems and the ingredients to try.
Skin Problem: Itchy Skin
Sometimes caused by dryness (especially as the seasons change), aging, an allergic reaction, or a condition like eczema, itchy skin can be annoying and uncomfortable.
Try: Peppermint oil is known to be one of the best natural remedies for itchy skin due to its cooling properties and mild analgesic (a.k.a. pain reliever) effects. You’ll find it in the Back To Earth Skin Glow Foaming Cleanser and Glow Facial Mask. You might also like calendula extract, found in the Glow Eye Cream.
Skin Problem: Redness
Irritation is a common skin problem and it can make skin appear red and inflamed.
Try: Jojoba oil, found in the Back To Earth Skin Glow Foaming Cleanser and Glow Daily Moisturizer, is widely considered an anti-inflammatory that calms the skin. Lavender oil can also be used to reduce redness and is found in the Glow Facial Mask. Our proprietary Mineral Microbiome Clay™ in all of our products includes several essential minerals like zinc, which is known to reduce skin inflammation, and iron and magnesium, which help with skin repair.
Skin Problem: Dry, Flaky Patches
If you’re dealing with dryness, your skin probably feels tight after you wash it and has flaky, scaly, or rough patches.
Try: There are many different natural ingredients that can moisturize by replenishing lipids, repairing the skin barrier, healing cracked skin, and boosting hydration. Look for plant-based glycerin, aloe leaf juice, vitamin E, and oils like rosehip, evening primrose, avocado, sweet almond, grape, and grapefruit. You’ll find them in a wide range of Back To Earth Skin products, from the Glow Daily Moisturizer to the Glow Facial Serum.
Skin Problem: Oiliness
You’ve noticed that your face always looks shiny, feels slick, and your makeup seems to melt off your face.
Try: Look for antimicrobial ingredients that are known to balance or reduce oil, like witch hazel, palmarosa oil, lemon peel oil, and cucumber extract. Clays like kaolin and bentonite also absorb oil and dirt from the surface of the skin. You’ll find these ingredients in the Back To Earth Skin Glow Foaming Cleanser, Glow Facial Mist, Glow Facial Mask, and Glow Daily Moisturizer—making these products part of the perfect routine for someone with oily skin.
Skin Problem: Hyperpigmentation
Though there’s a range of skin pigmentation problems, hyperpigmentation—where you develop dark spots or patches on your face—is one of the most common. It’s typically caused by sun exposure, hormonal fluctuations, and injury or inflammation.
Try: Look for an exfoliator with ingredients like apricot powder, geranium oil, and green tea extract—all found in the Back To Earth Skin Glow Exfoliating Scrub—to improve overall tone and boost radiance. Ingredients like niacinamide, aloe leaf juice, witch hazel, calendula, and chamomile are also anti-inflammatory, while rosehip oil helps to increase cellular turnover.
Skin Problem: Fine Lines
As we age, the collagen and elastin in our skin breaks down and we start to lose structure, resulting in sagging and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Try: Hyaluronic acid and matricaria—both found in the Back To Earth Skin Glow Eye Cream—may help to boost hydration to reduce fine lines. Oils including rosehip (found in the Glow Facial Serum and Glow Eye Cream), basil (in the Glow Facial Mask), and camellia (in the Glow Eye Cream) target firmness and elasticity.
Whether you’re dealing with itchy skin, oiliness, hyperpigmentation, or a whole range of skin problems, powerful natural ingredients can be beneficial additions to your skincare routine.