There are certain corners of the universe where, despite even the most valiant efforts, the dry skin epidemic cannot be eradicated. Though the official figures are unknown, it’s no mystery that dry skin plagues dozens - perhaps even hundreds - of innocent victims every winter. Making matters even worst, many sufferers are beset with sensitive skin issues, as well.

That is, until now. Meet John: John Masters and his organic pomegranate facial nourishing oil.

You're taking big steps, maybe even some huge strides: You're shopping at local, seasonal, taking care to buy organic... maybe you've even started using homemade household cleaners. But what about your skin? Unless you were a chemistry major, about half of the ingredients on your body wash container probably make no sense to you... luckily, that's an easy thing to change.

While major shifts are happening in the organic personal care industry, it's still a challenge to find truly clean hair care products. Brands like Aubrey and John Masters may top the list of acceptable options, but still, nothing beats pure, unadulterated real ingredients for healthy, shiny and soft hair, especially in the cruel drying winter months. Good thing you can take matters into your own hands, naturally, with these easy, DIY hair care treatments.

You’re pretty sure you didn’t get electrocuted, but no one would know that by the state of your hair. Dry winter air can turn your usually sleek tresses into a frizzed out, static-y hairdo that refuses to be tamed.

With bits and pieces sticking out like a mad scientist’s mane, you’ve got some serious static electricity going on. You don’t want to drown your hair in chemical-laden hairspray, but hair that refuses to submit to gravity is gets darn annoying. What’s an eco-beauty to do? Wage war (and win!) on static-y hair with these three natural ways to get rid of the craziness.

During the winter most of your skin can hibernate from the harsh, cold air by hiding under layers of clothes, scarves, mittens and hats. But unless you think you can pull off the robber-chic look with a full-face mask, the delicate skin on your face usually takes the full damaging effects of bitter winds, stabbing cold temperatures, and dried out air.

Caring for our skin is no small feat. It is an organ after all positioned on the outside of our bodies exposed to all sorts of daily wear and tear. We can cleanse and moisturize it all we want, but if we're not properly feeding it the nutrients it needs (like all organs) it will suffer. Feeding our skin system—which runs deep below the surface—helps the constantly renewing skin cells to become more vibrant and healthy.

As the folks over at WIRED said, "Thick, rich, velvety – and chock-full of ingenious chemicals." That's conventional shaving cream for ya. We don't have to tell you that the triethanolamine and stearic acid that thicken into a rich lather, the polyvinyl pyrrolidone and isopentane that make hairs stand up straight for a cleaner shave and plethora of other ingredients used in the manufacturing of this seemingly necessary (although definitely useful) product are anything but natural in their makeup.

Humans have soaked in mineral rich waters since antiquity. We even added potent herbs and plants to aid in our rejuvenation and pleasure. And certainly we all know just how powerful that is once your body slides into the warm waters—whether hot springs or your own hot tub—you can almost instantly feel the tension slough away. Is it magic? Maybe. Important? Absolutely.

Tis the season to handcraft your own bronzer! As the color from your face fades, one seasonal spice is here to keep you looking sunkissed and healthy.

There's nothing quite as bad as having a big day ahead of you - be it a photo op, presentation or party with a long guest list of gorgeous people - only to discover that a huge red zit has moved in on your face. Wasn't clear skin supposed to be one of the advantages of no longer being a teenager?! Actually, acne effects around 80% of people between 11 and 30, and can extend well beyond those years. Don't panic and resort to ordering an expensive, toxic treatment system that will do more long-term harm than good; consider looking for the root of the problem. You may discover that your eating habits are leading to poor skin and that a few small adjustments in your diet will clear it right up.