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Anybody else washing their hands 10 times more than usual now with antibacterial hand soap?Washing and sanitizing your hands shouldn't be at the sacrifice of your skin. Try these natural antibacterial hand soaps that are gentle on the hands. Tea Tree and TurmericTea Tree oil contains terpinen-4-ol which is a natural antibacterial agent. It deeply penetrates the pores to remove toxins and bacteria, highlighting tea tree soap benefits.  Turmeric contains curcumin which gives turmeric its yellow color.  The curcumin is what gives turmeric its antiseptic, anti-cancer, anti-viral, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and pain-relieving properties.  This soap also has coconut oil, palm oil, and Shea butter to keep your hands soft and moisturized, making it an excellent soap for sensitive skin.
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Like many other skin problems, keeping the skin soft and moisturized during the cold months is all about your natural skincare routine. Here are some simple natural skincare tips to keep your skin and face flake-free during winter. Spoiler alert: It’s not Vaseline!Go easy on the hot water showersIn the cold months, it can be tempting to crank up the hot water and turn your shower into a sauna--especially if you’ve been in the cold all day. Hot water actually promotes dry skin in the winter because it opens the pores and releases your skin’s moisture. I’m not saying take cold showers, but maybe lukewarm. Definitely not scalding hot.
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