Psoriasis affects more than 3 million people per year. What seems like a rash might actually be a condition in disguise. It may seem like a life sentence, but changing your daily habits and taking care of your skin can reverse the symptoms of psoriasis. With the help of our organic mask, along with following some simple tips, that fairytale of having blemish-free skin can be a reality.
Before making this organic mask, it’s important to understand the habits that contribute to the onset of psoriasis to help reduce these behaviors and combat the root cause.
What Causes Psoriasis?
Psoriasis is a condition that is classified as a chronic autoimmune condition that causes the skin cell buildup and formation of scales and dry, itchy patches. These inflamed patches usually appear on the joints, like the knees and elbows, but can appear anywhere on the body ranging from your feet to your scalp.
There are even less common types of psoriasis that affect the nails, mouth and the areas around the genitals.
There are five different types of psoriasis:
- Plaque psoriasis
- Pustular psoriasis
- Inverse psoriasis
- Erythrodermic psoriasis
- Guttate psoriasis
Doctors are still unclear about the causes of psoriasis. However, based upon research they now have a general idea of the two main contributing factors: genetics and immune system.
Triggers of psoriasis include:
- Infections, such as a skin infection or strep throat
- Injury to the skin
- Stress
- Vitamin D deficiency
- Alcohol
- Sunburn
- Certain medications
Getting to the bottom of healing psoriasis includes changing your diet. Many are not aware that psoriasis can actually be caused by a problem in your gut health called “leaky gut.” But by changing your diet and catering to the needs of your skin, you will be able to see an improvement in your skin.
Diet and Tips for Psoriasis
Research has suggested that the causes of many health-related conditions start within the stomach. When the healthy gut flora in your digestive system is compromised, it can cause a variety of ailments, including psoriasis.
Try implementing these foods to help strengthen your gut flora and combat your psoriasis:
- Fermented foods and probiotics: kefir, goat milk, yogurt, kombucha, miso soup
- Fiber-rich foods: blueberries, cruciferous vegetables, green leafy vegetables, chia seeds, flax seeds
- Omega-3 fatty acids: mackerel, salmon, tuna, arctic char, grass-fed beef
- Bone broth and chicken broth
In conjunction with introducing the above foods into your diet, try eliminating the following foods from your diet that cause inflammation in your body:
- Processed meats such as pork, conventional beef and deli meats
- Hydrogenated oils
- Sugar
- Wheat and flour products
DIY Psoriasis Facial Mask
Aside from changing your diet, this organic mask created specifically to treat psoriasis can be made with ingredients that you will be already adding to your new diet and can help speed up the recovery process.
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric
- 2 tablespoons of oatmeal
- 3 tablespoons of yogurt
- 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar (ACV)
- 1/2 teaspoon of Manuka honey
Method:
- Mix ground oats, turmeric, honey, ACV and yogurt together
- Apply a thin layer on your face and let it dry for about 20 to 30 minutes
- Rinse off with lukewarm water
- Add your favorite carrier oils to moisturize (coconut oil, jojoba oil, olive oil, etc.)
Recipe inspired by Hello Glow.
The turmeric and yogurt present in this recipe helps fight inflammation and shrinks your pores while calming the skin. Oatmeal is rich in antioxidants and very moisturizing to the skin, while the ACV and honey help even the skin tone and heal inflamed skin.
This facial mask is gentle enough for you to use twice a week. In addition to a healthy diet, if you use this mask consistently, you should notice tremendous improvement within a month. Make sure to use 100-percent organic ingredients and feel free to eliminate or substitute any ingredients you may be allergic to.
