Herbal Skin Care For This Winter
Winter is a time of joy for many, full of beautiful snow, holiday celebrations, and a slower pace of life. But, it also comes with its downfalls, such as cold, frigid temperatures that leave skin feeling chapped, itchy, and dry.
Your skin needs extra TLC, but most solutions can leave skin worse than before…and cause a variety of other issues, as well. In this post, you’ll learn about all-natural herbal skin care for this winter, which nourishes skin from the inside out.
We’ll uncover herbs and moisturizers that truly work without the artificial fragrances, parabens, and other toxins found in most conventional products.
Plus, you’ll get the recipe for a decadent Tallow, Calendula, and Rosehip Healing Balm to soothe inflamed skin and strengthen your skin’s barrier.
Whether you struggle with cracked hands, chapped lips, or want to indulge in extra preventative skincare this winter, you’ll find the tools to help within this guide.
The Best Natural Moisturizers and Herbs for Winter Skin Care
Winter takes its toll on skin, and it’s no wonder! Between below-zero temperatures and dry indoor air, your skin’s barrier takes a major hit.
It’s important to know which natural herbs and moisturizers are best for winter skin care (spoiler: you have plenty of options!). Here are some of our top picks that soothe skin and help restore your barrier.
Shea Butter and Tallow: These rich moisturizers are similar to skin’s natural oils and lock in natural moisture. Plus, they repair the skin’s barrier, leaving it looking better than before. In the winter, you want to focus on thick moisturizers, and shea butter and tallow are ideal options. Plus, they’re both easily sourced.
Olive Oil and Sweet Almond Oil: Olive oil has been used for centuries to beautify skin and contains vitamin E and other polyphenols that counteract oxidative stress caused by cold temperatures. Sweet almond oil is another excellent choice that rejuvenates the skin through a range of antioxidants.
Calendula: This bright flower has the ability to heal wounds, making it perfect for chapped, cracked skin. When infused in olive oil, you have a moisturizer that works better than any over-the-counter cream.
Chamomile: A classic anti-inflammatory herb, chamomile is ideal for sensitive skin. You can use it interchangeably for calendula in our Tallow, Calendula, and Rosehip Healing Balm. Chamomile can also reduce redness, making it a great ingredient for facial skincare.
Rosehip: Most often infused into oil, rosehip is a luxurious herb rich in vitamin C, which can help brighten the skin. Skin can often look dull in the winter, and rosehip’s antioxidants and minerals can boost collagen, bringing it back to life.
Horsetail: Known for its unique shape, horsetail is a powerhouse herb that has proved successful in various studies. In one study, horsetail accelerated wound healing in diabetic rats, resulting in a significant increase in collagen. While studies with human subjects are limited, we can only assume horsetail works in the same way.
You can use these herbs and moisturizers individually, but they work best when used synergistically. This winter, skip the store-bought treatments that strip skin of sebum and embrace the best nature has to give. Utilize these herbs and moisturizers every day, and your skin will remain soft and supple, regardless of what the forecast holds.
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How to Make Tallow, Calendula, and Rosehip Healing Balm
This luxurious balm is a must-have for anyone wanting to keep their skin supple and soft this winter. It’s also incredibly easy to make; simply melt a few ingredients together, infuse them with herbs, and pour the mixture into a small jar to harden. Tallow, Calendula, and Rosehip Healing Balm is also a great gift that looks (and feels!) expensive.
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But if you’re looking for something ready to use, this is it. The kind of product you keep everywhere—your bag, your car, your medicine cabinet. Moving on to today’s recipe:
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons dried calendula flowers
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ½ cup grass-fed tallow
- 1 tablespoon beeswax pellets
- 1 tablespoon rosehip seed oil
- 8 drops lavender essential oil
- ½ teaspoon vitamin E oil
Instructions
- Place the calendula flowers and olive oil in a double boiler set in a saucepan filled with an inch of water. Heat the oil on low for 15-20 minutes, or until it becomes dark and fragrant.
- Strain, discard the petals, and set aside.
- Place the grass-fed beef tallow and beeswax pellets in a double boiler set in a saucepan filled with 1 inch of water. Melt over low heat until the ingredients are fully liquefied.
- Remove from heat and stir in the calendula-infused oil, rosehip seed oil, essential oil, and vitamin E oil.
- Pour into small glass jars or tins and let set before using.
How to Use This Remedy
This Tallow, Calendula, and Rosehip Healing Balm is one of the most versatile winter remedies.
Massage a small amount into the desired area—a pea-sized dab goes a long way. Use it nightly after bathing to lock in moisture, or as a lip balm, cuticle cream, or heel balm. It’s safe for all ages, including babies as a natural diaper cream.
The vitamin E and beeswax create a protective barrier without artificial fragrances or preservatives, making it safe for nursing and pregnant mothers.
This balm works year-round, especially for sensitive skin or eczema. Feel free to customize it—add plantain leaf for extra skin repair, geranium essential oil for anti-aging benefits, or vanilla absolute for a luxurious scent.
Store in a cool, dark place. It lasts 6 months at room temperature, longer in the refrigerator. Always use clean, dry fingers or a spoon to prevent contamination, and discard if you notice mold, rancid smell, or odd texture.
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Grass-fed tallow isn’t at your local store. Organic calendula flowers take weeks to arrive online. Then you’re spending 15-20 minutes actively infusing oils, plus prep and cleanup time. And the cost? By the time you buy tallow, beeswax, rosehip seed oil, essential oils, and vitamin E separately, you’re easily at $40-60—most of which sits unused.
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