Ways I Wrestle with Winter (and win)!

Beating the winter blues is an annual challenge. This week, I will share with you my list of must-haves during the dry, cold season. As you know if you are a crohnie, this time of year can be tough (stiff, swollen joints; dry skin; depression; list goes on...)
 
Last night I began using Burt's Bees Intense Hydration Night Cream. Althought it's way too soon to tell if this product is working - my face does feel soft and I did smell nice when I went to bed last night.
 

Turns out the night cream is made with "clary sage". I had never heard of this plant before and after researching, there are many "claims" to the benefits of using it, especially for a woman battling a chronic illness:

• helps to ease pain and tension associated with menstrual problems and PMS


• returns balance to the female reproductive system


• antispasmodic properties relieve pain and menstrual cramping


• used to treat depressive states


• used as a sedative in nervous, anxious states of mind


• was said to "cure digestive disorders" in ancient times


• highly effective against microbial attacks

Time will tell, and I shall keep you posted! What are you using for dry skin?