So I came across this really interesting skin care tip that I wanted to share with you. Have you ever heard of using Crisco (a solid vegetable shortening, usually used in baking) as a way to combat dry skin?

I read this somewhere and did a quick check to see if others had heard of it- they had.

The way to use it is to shower as usual, apply your regular moisturizer, and then, over that, a thin layer of petroleum jelly (Vaseline) or vegetable shortening (Crisco).

Sounds weird, but it works. Apparently this is an ‘in-house’ secret for women who participate in beauty pageants.

If you’re troubled by severely dry skin, try using Vaseline or Crisco to seal in the moisture.

And let me know what you think.