Winter Skincare | LOC Method for dry skin

Glycerin, Coconut Oil, Lotion

I bet you never thought this popular hair moisturizing method can also work on the skin huh? Well, let me be the first to tell you that it works! Up until a few years ago, I would mix Vaseline with a thicker lotion in the winter time to help keep my skin velvety smooth. But since I no longer use Vaseline or any mineral oil or petroleum jelly based skin care products on my skin, I've had to search for healthy alternatives. I've played around with different soaps, creams and different concoction to help deal with the dryness on my skin, especially on my legs. I even tried drinking more water and eating healthier.

Glycerin, Whipped Shea Butter, Lotion

But then I suddenly had a light bulb moment when I thought of trying the LOC method on my skin to see if it will help. I first tried water, shea butter and lotion, but I wasn't happy with the results. So I substituted the water for glycerin and was very impressed with the results. Even in this extreme cold weather, my skin remains moisturized and smooth. 

Glycerin, Castor Oil, Lotion

 I've tried different oil combination of the LOC method, but I find that my skin responds best to the glycerin mixture.

Water, Olive Oil, Lotion

Any lotion or oil combination will do, it all depends on what you have on hand. I usually combine all three in my hands and apply on the skin.

Water, Cocoa Butter, Lotion

LOC Method explained: L-Liquid, O-Oil (or butter), C-Cream. The LOC method is a popular hair moisturizing technique used by many Naturals to ensure that their hair stays moisturized for a longer period of time.  

Product Find Canada: 

- Glycerin, cocoa butter and Jason lotion can be purchased from any health foods store

- Olive oil can be purchased from any food store

- Shea Butter can either be purchased from a health foods store or from any African store. Though I recommend the African store because it's cheaper and in it's purest form, you'll also be supporting a black owned business.