55. Fix Dry Skin the Ayurvedic Way: Oils, Scrubs, and Warm Hydration

Dry skin showing up already? In this solo, Kate shares Ayurveda’s whole-body approach to dryness—how to exfoliate without stripping, why oiling before a hot shower matters, which fall oils absorb best, and how to hydrate at the cellular level with hot water, soups, and a simple evening milk tonic. Plus, the once-a-week mung bean body scrub (with a cleanup hack) that makes a big difference when you’re feeling “lizardy.”

What You’ll Learn

• If it’s dry on your skin, assume dryness is present system-wide.
• External care: dry brush vs. mung scrub; oil before shower; minimal soap; ear + nose oiling; sesame/almond/sunflower/jojoba blends for fall.
• Internal care: hot water sips; soupy, stewy meals; ghee/olive/avocado/hemp/flax (don’t heat hemp/flax); evening milk tonic with spices + a little ghee.
• Weekly reset: 15-minute whole-body mung bean “mask” + towel/tablecloth trick.

How-To (quick)

• Most days: light dry brush → warm oil before hot shower → minimal soap → pat dry.
• Weekly: oil → gentle mung paste scrub → rest 15 min → wipe off most paste → quick rinse.
• Eat your hydration: soups/stews; add a teaspoon of ghee per meal for a week, then reassess.

Resources mentioned

• Abhyanga basics, garshana gloves, mung bean scrub, evening milk tonic ideas, seasonal oil swaps (see resources at Heal with Kate).

Call to Action

Try the oil-before-shower routine for one week and tell us how it went—tag @healwithkate. Share this with a friend who’s already feeling “lizardy.”

Health Disclaimer

The information shared on Everyday Ayurveda with Kate is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, or wellness routine.

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