Let’s
face it: Sagging’s only cute if you’re a Shar-Pei dog.
For
most of us, our jangly jowls and hanging cheeks are a source of chagrin as we age. Here,
five myths and facts about sagging face, plus ways to stop the droop:
Sagging Face Myth #1
- Running causes your face to sag
FALSE. Sagging skin is due
to two age-related reasons: loss of collagen,
which gives skin its elasticity,
and loss of facial fat, the absence of which causes skin to droop.
While
your whole body bounces up and down while you’re jogging, it is highly unlikely
that you’re jostling around enough to damage collagen, points out Las
Vegas-based plastic surgeon Michael Edwards, MD, president of the American
Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
A
more likely cause? Long hours exercising outdoors equals more UV exposure,
which over time breaks collagen down. Make sure you slather up with plenty of
sunscreen before venturing outside, even in colder weather.
Sagging Face Myth #2
- Sleeping on your stomach causes sagging
FALSE. Your sleep position
won’t actually cause sagging, but it can lead to sleep wrinkles:
those creases and fine lines you see each AM in your bathroom mirror. They’re
caused by your pillow tugging at delicate facial skin as you sleep.
When
you’re younger, it is not an issue, as fresh, elastic skin bounces back easily,
but as you age, skin becomes less resilient and can settle into these lines.
Your best way to avoid this is to sleep on your back, says Dr. Edwards.
Some
studies have found sleepers switch positions 11 times a night on average. But
if you’re a die-hard tummy sleeper or flip flop through the night. you can try
the Juverest, a so-called sleep wrinkle pillow.
This
specially formulated pillow has a head cradle to encourage back sleep and
graded steps to minimize contact between your face and the pillow if you do
roll over onto your side.
Sagging Face Myth #3
- You can do facial exercises to reduce skin sagging
TRUE! But with a catch.
They increase the size of facial muscles, which, while theoretically taking
away some of the slacking skin, also causes expression lines, points out Dr.
Edwards.
So
while a few workout moves might help relieve basset hound-like eyes, they'll probably
also worsen crow’s feet. If you're not opposed to getting some help from a
dermatologist or plastic surgeon, you may get better results from Botox.
Sagging Face Myth #4
- Weight loss causes skin sagging
TRUE. When you gain
weight, the skin on your face stretches to go along with your extra padding,
just like it does everywhere else. But if you’ve finally lost it, you may
notice that you’re sporting under eye bags and a slack jaw.
As
you age and your skin loses elasticity, when you stretch it out it won’t bounce
back the same way it did when you were younger, explains Dr. Edwards. But don’t
despair: products like Retin-A can help, as can injectable fillers such as
Voluma.
Sagging Face Myth #5
- There are products that may help fight sagging skin
TRUE. You can slow down
the sag from the outside in: Try topical products like over-the-counter retinols
or prescription retinoids, which boost collagen production, and vitamin C
serums, which help restore elasticity, advises Dr. Edwards.
In
one study, a daily supplement of pycnogenol, a French pine bark extract,
increased skin elasticity and hydration and increased production of hyaluronic
acid, a skin plumping ingredient, by 44%, according to a 2012 German study
(which was funded by the maker of the raw material used in the supplements).
For more ideas to
look younger, look no further than Wendy Wilken’s Facelift Without Surgery Program. From this
program, you will learn
·How to eliminate wrinkles
on the face and neck: Forehead lines, eye wrinkles and crow’s feet, smile and
laugh folds, nasal lines, fine lines around the mouth and lips, neck wrinkles
and creases.
·Easy facial yoga
routines for tightening and lifting sagging face and neck skin
·Methods to treat
unsightly eye bags, dark eye circles and “racoon” rings.
·How to use yoga to
re-sculpture and sharpen the features of your face and neck for a new and
better looking
When
it comes to skin care, we're not usually ones for hard and fast rules. Everyone has
unique facial features, skin tones, lifestyles and genetic histories that make
it impossible to have a single piece of advice
be "one size fits all."
It
can take years — and dozens of trips to the dermatologist — to discover how to get rid of acne effectively on your unique skin. But here, we've pretty
much made it our life mission to figure out the best tips from the pros who have seen it all and won't recommend it unless
it's backed up by experience and science.
The
first and most important rule isn't ground-breaking: remember to wash your
face! Cleansing and treating your skin twice a day is the best way to keep
breakouts away.
For
those emergencies when you're just too tired to wash your face, keep a stash of
face wipes in the drawer of your nightstand. This way if you get home super
late and don’t feel like going all the way to the sink, you can still stick go
to bed with clean skin!
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
2 - Use the Right Cleanser
Buying
a generic acne wash won’t necessarily improve your complexion; for a cleanser
to be most effective, you have to pay attention to your skin’s needs and pick
the ingredients accordingly.
If
your skin tends to be oily, choose products with salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, or glycolic acid. For sensitive skin, look for cleansers with lactic acid or hydrating ingredients
like glycerin, which aren’t as drying as those made for oilier types.
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
3 - Don't Over-Exfoliate
Scrubbing
your face raw with grainy cleansers and exfoliating products can do more harm
than good. When done too often, it can make redness, inflammation, and
irritation worse.
“Exfoliating a pimple can pull away healthy
skin cells and create an open wound and higher risk for scarring,” says Jessica
Weiser, MD, from New York Dermatology Group. “Exfoliation should be done with
caution, and not more than 2-3 times a week maximum.”
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
4 - Regularly Change Your Face Towel
When
you think about it, consistently reaching for your go-to face towel every day
is like reusing a dinner napkin over and over again.
Using
dirty towels can harbor bacteria, and they can even introduce new bacteria to
your skin, which may lead to more pimples,
explains Karen Hammerman, MD, from Schweiger Dermatology.
You
should try and use a new face towel every time you wash your face.
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
5 - Moisturize
Worried
moisturizer will make your acne
worse? Think again — it can actually help improve your skin.
“If the skin surface is dry and dehydrated,
the oil glands tend to overproduce oil and this can make acne worse,” Dr.
Weiser says.
“Hydrating
the skin surface can re-balance oil glands and help control acne
and improve healing.”
When
buying a moisturizer, she recommends looking for a lightweight, oil-based
product that won’t clog your pores.
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
6 - Use Sunscreen that Doesn't Clog Pores
While
SPF is a must, some sunscreens can trigger breakouts. You want to look for
oil-free and non-comedogenic formulas that won't clog pores,” Dr. Hammerman
says.
Options
like from Elta MD and Peter Thomas Roth, which are recommended by the pros, are
specifically tested on acne-prone skin so you can get your dose of SPF without having to worry about
clogged pores.
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
7 - Skip Makeup When You're Working Out
Take
an extra five minutes before hopping on the treadmill to completely wash your
face and remove your makeup to minimize the risk of breakouts.
"Sweat
is released through visible pores in the skin," says dermatologist Dr.
Janell Vega. "When makeup covers those pores, that barrier doesn't allow
the sweat to make it to the surface of the skin, which can lead to clogged
pores. The trapped debris and bacteria are a perfect breeding ground for acne
bumps and zits."
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
8 - Wash Your Face Post-Workout
Try
keeping Neutorogena Rapid Clear Pads in your gym bag or locker for those times
you need an on-the-go cleanse. These will remove any leftover dirt while
treating your skin with acne-fighting salicylic acid.
If
you have body acne, taking a shower as soon as possible after working out is also
key. It turns out that standing around in tight, sweaty workout clothes puts
you at greatest risk for body acne and rashes.
“The
whole idea is that the bacteria that live on the skin can get trapped in the
hair follicles and cause inflammation,” says dermatologist Dr. Elizabeth Hale.
“The
more you work out in the heat the more likely this is.” So, make sure to shower
(or, at the very least, change out of your sweaty clothes) right after working
out.
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
9 - Tailor Your Diet
Sad
but true: Any foods
that cause a spike in insulin can lead to inflammation and an acne flare,
explains Dr. Kally Papantoniou with Advanced Dermatology PC.
"Leafy
green vegetables and other brightly colored fruit and vegetables which are rich
in antioxidants and nutrients dampen inflammation and improve skin quality
(studies have shown acne patients have higher oil production and lower
antioxidant levels)," says Dr. Weiser.
"Limit intake of dairy products which can
contain hormones and antibiotics that can worsen acne breakouts."
Other
skin-boosting super foods include eggs, nuts, legumes, and quinoa.
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
10 - Drink Plenty of Water
Seriously,
don't forget to drink those eight glasses of water a day, if we haven't made
the point clear by now. It makes a big impact on your entire body, including
your skin.
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
11 - Have a Cup of Tea
Try
sipping spearmint tea. According to Dr. Carl Thornfeldt, dermatologist and founder
of Epionce Skincare, having two cups a day could reduce acne
by 25%!
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
12 - Change Your Pillowcases
Unwashed
sheets and pillowcases lead to cross contamination which leads to pimples. Aim
to wash your bedding once or twice a week to prevent bacteria from building up
and affecting your complexion, suggests Dr. Papantoniou.
If
that seems overboard, at least aim to wash your pillowcase once a week since
that's where your face rests while you snooze (and dream of flawless skin).
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
13 - Keep Your Phone Screen Clean
Think
of how many times a day you touch your phone! That thing gets pretty germy. To
stay in the clear, clean your screen daily with an alcohol wipe. And when
possible, Dr. Papantoniou recommends using the speaker option or headphones so
your phone isn't resting on your face as often.
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
14 - Wipe Down Your Headphones
Sneaky
every day habits could secretly be doing a number on your skin. Even something
as seemingly harmless as wearing over-the-ear headphones could be the culprit
to breakouts around your temples and jawline.
"This
is especially the case when you wear them during and after a workout, or if you
keep them on for long periods of time. Sweat and moisture collect on and around
the headphones, compressing the skin and therefore encouraging bacteria and
yeast to multiply," says dermatologist and Simple advisory board member,
Dr. Debra Luftman.
Gross,
but true. Use an anti-bacterial wipe to quickly disinfect your headphones.
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
15 - Stash a Heal + Conceal Stick in Your Locker
If
a midday zit pops up, swipe it with concealer loaded with blemish-shrinking
ingredients. This way you can cover it up and treat it in one step. ZO Skin
Health Offects Correct & Conceal Acne Concealer Stick will do the trick.
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
16 - Try to Keep Your Hands Off Your Face
Sorry
to burst your bubble, but popping a zit is never a good idea. Your hands aren’t
always clean, and dirt under your fingernails and improper squeezing can cause
acne to spread or lead to further infection, Dr. Hammerman says.
Plus,
popping can lead to pitted scars, which stick around much longer than that
pimple would.
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
17 - Ice, Ice Baby
If
you really must do something about your pimple beyond washing your face and
spot treating, ice or a cold compress can help reduce swelling. Wrap an ice
cube or the compress in a soft tissue or cloth and apply it to your zit for
20-30 seconds at a time, a few times a day.
In
case of an emergency (like, prom), you can also see a dermatologist for a
cortisone injection, which can help shrink the cyst down quickly in a day or
two.
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
18 - Don't Irritate Your Acne with Toothpaste or Rubbing Alcohol
Sure,
we’ve all heard that toothpaste or rubbing alcohol can help dry out a zit, but
many DIY treatments aren't solutions for how to treat acne. In fact, applying
toothpaste or rubbing alcohol are more likely to cause irritation and dryness
than treat the actual pimple.
Instead,
stick with topical over-the-counter and prescription spot treatments with
salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide that are specially made to target pimples,
says Dr. Hammerman.
For
an all-natural spot treatment, she suggests dabbing tea tree oil on the area a few times a day with a cotton ball.
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
19 - Combat Hormonal Acne with Birth Control
It's
not news that birth control can help stabilize hormones that prevent breakouts,
but it's worth exploring different types of birth control pills even if you had
adverse reactions to one in the past (i.e. weight gain or heavier acne
flare-ups).
The
FDA approves of Estrostep, Ortho Tri-Cyclen and Yaz to combat acne, but the
trick is to be patient, as it can take up to four months to start seeing
results.
"This
plan of attack works best when paired with whatever topical treatments you’re
already using to treat your acne, like Proactiv, benzoyl peroxide, salicylic
acid, etc," advises dermatologist Dr. Elizabeth Tanzi.
Get Rid of Acne #Tip
20 - Don't Overlook Amazing New Technology in the Drugstore Aisle
If
saving babysitting money for a year still won't make a dent in the funds you
need to get a fancy laser treatment that will blast away acne scars, don't be discouraged.
Thanks
to the geniuses behind one of our favorite drugstore brands, La Roche-Posay,
there's a new class of products that feature smart technology and
better-than-ever ingredients to help treat dark marks and acne scars — at an
affordable price.
“La-Roche
Posay’s Pigmentclar line is unique in the way it combines exfoliating
lipohydroxy acid (LHA), phe-resorcinol, and ferulic acid, which are both strong
brightening ingredients, all together to form a topical product that’s
seriously effective," says dermatologist Dr. Mona Gohara.
For more ideas to
look younger, look no further than Wendy Wilken’s Facelift Without Surgery Program. From this
program, you will learn
·How to eliminate
wrinkles on the face and neck: Forehead lines, eye wrinkles and crow’s feet,
smile and laugh folds, nasal lines, fine lines around the mouth and lips, neck
wrinkles and creases.
·Easy facial yoga
routines for tightening and lifting sagging face and neck skin
·Methods to treat
unsightly eye bags, dark eye circles and “racoon” rings.
·How to use yoga to
re-sculpture and sharpen the features of your face and neck for a new and
better looking
Have
you seen many people with an extra sagging skin under their chin? We call this extra sack of fat as double
chin. There is a lot of misinformation about double chins. If you are looking
for ways for getting rid of double chin from under your face, you must first understand why it is
there.
These
are some of the causes due to which you can get an extra chin under your face.
Some Causes of Double
Chin:
1.
Hereditary Face Structure: You would
have noticed that double chin runs in some families. Even skinny members of
this family have a pouch of fat hanging under their face. This happens because
their genes predispose them to store more fat under their chin than the rest of
the body.
2.
Excess Water Retention: Some women
develop an extra chin during their pregnancy.
This is because of excessive water retention in the body. Just like the rest of
the body swells up, so does the chin.
3.
Obesity: The primary cause of this
extra fat deposition is obesity.
If you are overweight, then the fat will be deposited all over your body. When
the fat cells find no more space to grow on the face, they form a layer of lose
hanging pouch under the chin.
4.
Aging: The extra chin is also a bit
of an aging issue. It is a wrinkle
after all. If you already had an extra chin, then it will be worse when you
age.
This
extra fat mars the beauty of your entire face. To get rid of it, you need exercises
and also a diet that works for you. To lose the sagging pouch under your face,
try the following double chin diet.
Diet for Getting Rid
of Double Chin:
1.
First of all, understand the cause of double chin and then decide which diet
works for you. If your extra chin is due to water retention, then no point going on a low carb double chin diet.
2.
If you have a hereditary disposition towards a double chin, then start watching
what you eat from a very early stage. Junk food and binge drinking cannot be
your lifestyle choice because you already a have a set of genes that favour
double chin.
3.
Obesity is one of the main causes of extra face fat. So, try to lose weight all
over your body because when you do that, your extra chin will automatically
disappear. Say no to trans fats and refined carbohydrates.
4.
Choose lean meats like chicken and turkey to have a fabulous face. Red meat
should be consumed very rarely by people who wish to loose fat.
5.
If your chin is expanding due to water retention then you have to lower the
intake of sodium and potassium in your food. This means having food with lesser
salt in it. Also avoid salty snacks like salted nuts.
6.
If you use a small technique to eat your food along with the above diet, then
you can get the most astounding results in getting rid of double chin. Chew
your food with exaggerated mouth movements before you swallow. This chewing
exercise can be better performed if you eat fibrous food that requires much
chewing like lean meat or fruits like sugarcane.
Give
your face a new shape by getting rid of double chin.
For more ideas to
look younger, look no further than Wendy Wilken’s Facelift Without Surgery Program. From this
program, you will learn
·How to eliminate
wrinkles on the face and neck: Forehead lines, eye wrinkles and crow’s feet,
smile and laugh folds, nasal lines, fine lines around the mouth and lips, neck
wrinkles and creases.
·Easy facial yoga
routines for tightening and lifting sagging face and neck skin
·Methods to treat
unsightly eye bags, dark eye circles and “racoon” rings.
·How to use yoga to
re-sculpture and sharpen the features of your face and neck for a new and better
looking
In
this process, the fine micro laser lights are used. The purpose of this
treatment is to penetrate the laser light through skin tissues to treat the
fine lines and wrinkles.
Eclipse
micro pen also falls under the category of laser treatment. Eclipse micro pen
is used to make microscopic wound around the eye area.
After
puncturing the skin, the skin itself starts healing and increases the collagen
production that enhances the elasticity of the skin. Thus, you get a new skin
under your eye area.
Dermal filler
treatment
Next,
dermal filler treatment is also a better option to work with. Dermal fillers
work on the principle of filling up the wrinkles with a natural substance that
a human body produces.
Thus,
instead of a foreign substance, a gel-like substance is used that is almost
similar to hyaluronic acid. These fillers make your skin softer and enhance the
skin texture.
One
can definitely notice a big improvement around the eye area as the filler tend
to bind the water around it, which provides volume to the eye in a
natural-looking way.
Homemade treatments
If
you are afraid to go for the above treatments, you can opt for homemade
treatments to get rid of wrinkles around eyes when smiling. There are numerous
ways that can help you achieve a plumper skin.
Since
the homemade ways are not the fastest to conquer the problem you have to be
patient with them. One of the most effective and popular ways to lift up the
sagging skin is the use of egg whites. This trick enhances the elasticity of
the skin and makes it look firmer.
Under eye wrinkle
creams
Another
option to treat or prevent the under eye wrinkles is the regular use of under eye wrinkle creams. In general, almost every eye cream targets all the
concerns: fine lines, dark circles, and puffiness.
The
key ingredients present in these creams are quite helpful in achieving plumped
and creaseless skin under and around the eye.
Eye patches or masks
Nowadays,
the market is flooded with eye masks that are meant to treat the under eye
wrinkles quite effectively. This kind of masks generally focus on boosting
collagen production or increasing the hydration of the area.
When
the collagen production increases, the skin cell renewal speeds up. And,
collagen enhances the elasticity of the skin, thus preventing it from sagging
or forming wrinkles.
Eye massage
Massage
is almost a synonym for relaxation. Giving a good massage to your eyes
regularly not only helps in the prevention and treatment of eye wrinkles but
also relaxes your eye muscles. It enhances the oxygen circulation under your
eye area.
To
follow the procedure of massaging, firstly cleanse your hands properly. For
massaging, you can opt for vitamin E and antioxidant-rich oil or cream. Take a
small quantity of the oil or cream and massage it gently around and under your
eye area.
It’s
not a secret that one must have an antioxidant rich diet for a healthy and
young skin. Antioxidants help in speeding up the renewal process of the skin
cells.
Antioxidants
fight free radicals and protect the skin from harmful sun rays. This makes your
skin healthy and young and keeps it prevented from more damage. Aim for a good
night’s sleep and lesser stress along with these tips for best results to get
rid of wrinkles around eyes when smiling.
For more ideas to
look younger, look no further than Wendy Wilken’s Facelift Without Surgery Program. From this
program, you will learn
·How to eliminate
wrinkles on the face and neck: Forehead lines, eye wrinkles and crow’s feet,
smile and laugh folds, nasal lines, fine lines around the mouth and lips, neck
wrinkles and creases.
·Easy facial yoga
routines for tightening and lifting sagging face and neck skin
·Methods to treat
unsightly eye bags, dark eye circles and “racoon” rings.
·How to use yoga to
re-sculpture and sharpen the features of your face and neck for a new and
better looking
Wrinkles are unwelcome
indicators of aging and sun exposure. Rather than applying chemicals in the
form of under-eye creams, choose natural and safe home remedies to get rid of under eye wrinkles.
Yogurt, coconut oil, grapes, and coffee fruit are some of the natural remedies that
can work wonders in helping to get rid of under eye wrinkles effectively.
Eyes
are hailed as the windows to the soul and are often the foremost thing we notice
in someone. Isn’t it natural that the skin around the eyes can reveal a lot
about our age and skin care routine?
The
skin around the eyes is extremely thin and delicate due to less amount of collagen
and elastin. This makes it more prone to dehydration and wrinkles.
Rather
than resorting to fancy under-eye creams that are loaded with chemicals, find
out how you can use natural remedies to get rid of under eye wrinkles.
1. Coffee Bean
Who
doesn’t love the aroma of freshly ground coffee beans? Coffee is not only an
amazing stimulant but also has excellent skin-enhancing properties.
The
fruits of the coffee plant (Coffea arabica) has a powerful antioxidant activity
which can reduce the damage caused by free-radicals to your skin. This means it
can improve fine lines, wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, and overall
appearance of the skin.
2. Coconut Oil
Applying
coconut oil on to wrinkles will give your skin that much-needed moisture boost.
Being packed with vitamin E and essential antioxidants, coconut oil works
wonders with skin rehydration and rejuvenation.
A
good way to allow coconut oil to seep into your skin pores is by massaging it
gently onto your face. Leaving it overnight on your skin will reduce fine lines
and wrinkles while keeping it hydrated too.
3. Olive Oil
While
olive oil adds great flavor to your cooking, it’s also a wonderful remedy
for eye bags and wrinkles. Its high vitamin E and K content along with
protective antioxidants delays premature aging of your skin. The skin around
the eyes can lose moisture soon.
Olive
oil, when applied around the eyes locks moisture within and keeps your skin
supple. To revive your skin’s youthful glow, mix a few drops of lemon in it
while massaging the face.
4. Yogurt
The
milky goodness of yogurt has made it an important part of our diet in the
form of desserts, smoothies, and salads. But yogurt is also a rich source
of lactic acid and alpha hydroxy acid. This helps to exfoliate dead skin cells and delay
fine lines and wrinkles under the eye too.
Make
it a part of your regular skin care routine and you will find out why it is one
of the best natural home remedies for wrinkles under the eyes.
Make
a paste of the ingredients and leave it on your face for 20 minutes. Rinse off
to unravel clear and radiant skin.
5. Grapes
Seedless
or not, a small bunch of grapes, definitely packs a punch, nutrition-wise.
Resveratrol, a unique antioxidant in the grape skin is known to have amazing
benefits in delaying eye wrinkles.
DIY
Grape Face Mask
·Mash
5 grapes
·1
teaspoon of honey or yogurt
Mash
the grapes while mixing in a bowl and apply it on the face. Wash it away with
lukewarm water to reveal a refreshed face.
Now
you know, grapes don’t just belong to wines or desserts but can be even used as
a remedy for removing wrinkles under eyes.
6. Aloe Vera
The
gentle and effective skin repair properties of aloe vera
gel make it one of the best natural home remedies to get rid of under eye
wrinkles. Being rich in vitamin C, E and beta-carotene, it nourishes and soothes sensitive skin while keeping it supple and young.
It
can be applied directly on the skin or mixed with turmeric
or honey for added benefits. Its excellent hydration properties along with its
ability to revive elasticity of the skin help improve under eye bags and
wrinkles.
7. Milk Powder
Milk
powder is filled with lactic acid, which is a natural AHA (alpha-hydroxyl
acid). AHAs are the best at exfoliating dead skin cells and enhancing your
skin’s collagen levels. This means milk is not just good for your bones but
also for your skin.
DIY
Milk Powder Face Pack
·1
tablespoon of milk powder
·1
teaspoon of honey/rose water
Mix
them in a bowl and apply onto the face. Rinse with lukewarm water after 20
minutes
8. Cucumber
Your
eyes love the coolness of a cucumber. Thanks to its high antioxidants content,
cucumber hydrates the skin, boosts collagen, and increases elastin – features
that are great for combating wrinkles.
Apply
cucumber puree with a little yogurt (for smoother application) on your eyes.
Let it rest for 20 minutes. Wash off with cool water. Repeat this once or twice
a week for results.
9. Pineapple Juice
Pineapples
contain a compound known as bromelain which helps to fight and prevent wrinkles. Bromelain is also a natural AHA that helps to remove
dead cells.
Massage
pineapple juice on your eyes and wash it off after 15 minutes. You could do
this several times a week.
10. Cleaning with
Cool Water
Cool
water has a milder effect on the skin. Washing your eyes and face with cool
water slows down aging and improves blood circulation.
Keep
in mind the water just needs to be cool and not very cold, otherwise, it could
hurt the capillaries in your skin. Also, your skin loves to be hydrated from
within as well, so drink up those 8 glasses of water daily!
11. Papaya and Honey
Using
papaya
and honey for the eyes and face is an age-old remedy to improve skin texture
and health. Simply mash up papaya with honey and apply it on your eyes and all
over your face. Wash it off after 20 minutes.
12. Fenugreek
Fenugreek
is another ancient remedy to treat any skin related issues, especially fine lines
around the eyes. Make a paste of mashed fenugreek leaves and water. Apply the
paste on and around your eyes. Rinse it off after 10 minutes.
13. Ginger
Ginger
has a truckload of benefits for the skin. It slows down aging, promotes an
even skin tone, and increases radiance. Try to eat a piece of ginger with a
tablespoon of honey daily to reap its skin benefits.
14. Banana
Bananas
are loaded with vitamins A, E and C. This makes everybody’s favorite fruit
beneficial for the skin in terms of improving skin texture and slowing down
aging. Mash up a banana and rub it gently onto your eyes. Wash it off
after 15 minutes.
15. Carrot
Most
of us grew up listening to our grandparents saying carrots are great for the
skin. And it’s true! Carrots are high in nutrients (especially vitamin A) and
antioxidants that can reduce wrinkles and smoothen out the skin.
To
make it easier to apply carrot on the skin, boil a few pieces to make it soft
and mix it with honey. Apply the mixture on your eyes and wash off after 10
minutes.
16. Almonds
Almonds
are extremely rich in vitamin E. This makes it useful to protect the skin
from damage and prevent early signs of aging. Almonds make a perfect snack
between meals, so make sure to munch up! Almond oil is also a great option to
apply directly on the skin.
17. Castor Oil
Castor
oil has been found to increase collagen and elastin production. It moisturizes
the skin and improves blood circulation.
Dip
a cotton ball in castor oil and massage it gently around your eyes. Let it rest
overnight. You could wash it off when you wake up.
18. Rosemary
Rosemary
is very skin friendly. The compounds present in rosemary stimulates blood
circulation, increases elasticity, and decreases fine lines. It can also reduce puffy eyes and redness.
Make
sure to add rosemary to your dishes. Another option is to apply rosemary oil
(with a carrier oil of your choice) on your face.
19. Avocados
Avocados are rich in vitamins
(especially A and E) that boost skin health. It moisturizes and protects the
skin, as well as increases collagen production. For reducing wrinkles, mash up
an avocado and apply it on your face. Wash it off after 20 minutes with cool
water.
Include
these natural home remedies in your skin care routine as early as possible to get
rid of under eye wrinkles and reveal skin that’s youthful.
For more ideas to
look younger, look no further than Wendy Wilken’s Facelift Without Surgery Program. From this
program, you will learn
·How to eliminate
wrinkles on the face and neck: Forehead lines, eye wrinkles and crow’s feet,
smile and laugh folds, nasal lines, fine lines around the mouth and lips, neck
wrinkles and creases.
·Easy facial yoga
routines for tightening and lifting sagging face and neck skin
·Methods to treat
unsightly eye bags, dark eye circles and “racoon” rings.
·How to use yoga to
re-sculpture and sharpen the features of your face and neck for a new and
better looking
