Wrinkles are the result of a lack of moisture and elasticity in the skin. This mainly occurs due to aging and certain environmental factors.
The folds are not beautiful to look at, whether under your clothes or on your face! The appearance of wrinkles is probably the only thing nobody wants to see. Wrinkles are the result of a lack of moisture and elasticity in the skin. This mainly occurs due to aging, but certain environmental factors also have a role to play.
Sun exposure, pollution, smoking or nutritional deficiencies are some other factors responsible for wrinkles on your face. Chances are you want to buy anti-wrinkle and anti-aging cosmetics and creams to get rid of it. Now the price of these creams is good enough to stress you out, not to mention the harmful chemicals in these cosmetics that could make things worse. What if we told you that you can reduce these folds with simple home remedies?
For starters, you need to stick to a healthy diet to make up for nutritional deficiencies, if any. After that, you can try these simple home remedies to get rid of wrinkles.
1. Egg whites :
Eggs can do wonders for your overall health. For your skin, egg whites can be the natural remedy for wrinkles. Just whip egg whites in a bowl and apply it directly to your skin.
Massage lightly and let stand for 15 minutes. You can also leave it on without any disturbance and wait for it to dry. Then wash it off with lukewarm water. Proteins, vitamin B and E naturally heal these wrinkles.
2. Olive Oil :
Another natural and effective remedy for wrinkles is olive oil. You just need to massage a few drops of this oil on your skin before bedtime. In the morning, clean it with a towel. You will wake up with a soft and supple skin.
3. Lemon Juice :
This vitamin C-rich fruit can be a great way to naturally treat wrinkles. Simply cut a little lemon and squeeze its juice over your wrinkles and massage it everywhere.
The acidic properties of lemon will help your skin appear more luminous and will also reduce wrinkles. Pay attention to the portions, however, excess lemon can be harmful to your skin.
4. Aloe Vera :
Aloe Vera is rich in malic acid which improves the elasticity of the skin. All you have to do is take a little gel from the leaf and apply it as is on your skin.
Wait 15 minutes or until it dries, then rinse. You can also mix the gel with vitamin E oil and apply it on your face for the same effect.
5. Banana :
When we talk about healthier eating, it’s much more than eating these nutritious foods. You can also use these foods for topical application. Bananas can also be used for this purpose. Its nutritional properties combat the causes of wrinkles.
Crush two bananas and form a paste. Now apply it on your face and let it sit for half an hour, then rinse it off. You can also mix it with avocado and honey for the same effect.
6. Carrots :
Carrots are rich in vitamin A which promotes collagen production, thus keeping the skin smooth and wrinkle-free. For this, you can daily apply a carrot paste on your face.
Boil a few carrots and mix them into a paste with honey. Apply it on your face, rest for half an hour and then rinse off. You can also eat them raw.
7. Pineapple :
Pineapple has enzymes that provide multiple benefits for your skin. These enzymes improve the elasticity and hydration of the skin and also remove dead skin.
It is rich in fiber, antioxidants and also improves the health of the skin. All you have to do is rub the pineapple flesh directly on your skin and leave it on for 20 minutes. Once dry, wash it in cold water.
8. Drink water :
One of the easiest ways to keep your skin wrinkle-free is to drink lots of water. This is the best way to keep the skin hydrated and to maintain hydration as well. Drink two liters of water each day to keep your skin wrinkle-free.
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