Wrinkles are a natural part of aging, but that doesn’t mean we have to accept them without a fight. There are a variety of home remedies that can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and keep your skin looking youthful and radiant.
Contributors to Your Face Wrinkles
1. Age
As beautiful and charming aging can be, it has its repercussions. Wrinkles are a by-product of the aging process and can begin developing as early as your 20s. The collagen required to keep your skin firm and the elastin that helps to keep it bouncy start to deteriorate, leading to dull skin and uneven skin tone. Skin begins to loosen and sags with more-pronounced lines due to diminished natural oils.
2. Sun damage
As much as ‘dive in and soak up the sun’ seems exotic, it really is not a good idea to expose your skin to the sun, more often. The primary cause of early wrinkling is ultraviolet radiation. Exposure to UV light breaks down your skin’s connective tissue — collagen and elastin fibers, which lie in the deeper layer of skin called dermis.
3. Smoking
No matter how long you have been a smoker, there is always a chance to quit and let your skin regenerate, right from where it left. Smoking contributes in the speeding up of the normal aging process of your skin, hence accelerating the development to wrinkles. This may be due to smoking’s effect on collagen. Without the supportive connective tissue, your skin loses strength and elasticity, making it saggy.
4. Facial muscle contractions
Smiling, squinting and frowning as well as other habitual facial expressions make wrinkles more prominent. Each time you use a facial muscle, a groove forms beneath the surface of the skin. And as skin ages, it loses its flexibility and is no longer able to spring back in place, thus forming permanent wrinkles. Lines on the forehead, between the eyebrows (frown lines), and jutting from the corner of the eyes (crow’s feet) are believed to develop because of small muscle contractions.
5. Lack of oxygen
From a cosmetic perspective, oxygen levels in the skin start declining after age 25. In other words, low oxygen levels translate to older, duller skin. By the time we hit age 40, about 50% of our skin has lost the ability to absorb and retain oxygen.
Did you know algae brings oxygen to your skin? Most oxygen on the planet, up to 85% we get from the ocean, and seaweed such as kelp, algae. Using creams and treatments with kelp, seaweed and algae helps bring more oxygen to your skin. Skin looks revitalized and develops a healthy glow.
7 Effective Remedies to Remove Appearance of Wrinkles
Here are 7 simple and effective remedies to try:
1. Coconut oil:
Coconut oil is a natural moisturizer that can help hydrate and nourish the skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles. Simply massage a small amount of coconut oil into your skin each night before bed.
2. Aloe vera:
Aloe vera gel is a natural anti-inflammatory that can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles by soothing and hydrating the skin. Apply aloe vera gel to your face and leave it on for 15-20 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.
3. Lemon juice:
Lemon juice is a natural astringent that can help brighten and tighten the skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles. Simply mix equal parts lemon juice and water and apply to your face, leaving it on for 10-15 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.
4. Egg whites:
Egg whites are high in protein and can help firm and tone the skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles. Simply beat an egg white until stiff peaks form and apply to your face, leaving it on for 10-15 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.
5. Honey:
Honey is a natural humectant that can help hydrate and plump the skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles. Simply apply a thin layer of honey to your face and leave it on for 10-15 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.
6. Papaya:
Papaya is rich in enzymes that can help exfoliate and brighten the skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles. Simply mash a ripe papaya and apply to your face, leaving it on for 10-15 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.
7. Green tea:
Green tea is rich in antioxidants that can help protect the skin from damage and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Simply steep a green tea bag in hot water, let it cool and apply it to your face, leaving it on for 10-15 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.
It’s important to note that these home remedies are not a substitute for medical treatment and it’s always best to consult with a dermatologist before trying any new skincare routine. Also, maintain a healthy diet, drink plenty of water and avoid excessive sun exposure and smoking to have a healthy skin.
