Natural Remedies For Wrinkles

   

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Wrinkles:

Wrinkles are lines or folds on the skin. Wrinkles can appear as surface lines (mild) or deep furrows. Wrinkles are as a result of irregular thickening of a layer of the skin(dermis). Elastin and Collagen are proteins in the skin that have everything to do with wrinkles and sagging of the skin.

     From its name "Elastin" provides elasticity for the skin. Elastin a highly elastic protein in connective tissues, allows many tissues in the body to return back to their shape after stretching. If you pinch your skin now, it is this protein that helps the skin return to its original position.
     Collagen on the other hand is a glue that holds the body together. Approximately 30% of the body protein is made up of collagen. It gives the body firmness and strength. In other words Collagen provides rigidity.
     As we age,we produce less of these proteins, Elastin begins to lose its resilience, collagen begins to degrade, wounds heal more slowly, the skin doesn't snap back as well and wrinkles are formed. Apart from age, there are other factors that can cause wrinkles.

OTHER CAUSES OF WRINKLES

The following can make a 20 year old develop wrinkles faster than a 40 year old.

Smoking: Have you ever noticed that most heavy smokers have wrinkles around their mouths.

The smoke damages the elastin and collagen fibers. Nicotine from the cigarette narrows the blood vessels. This results to the formation of wrinkles.

Alcohol: An excessive in-take of alcohol dehydrates the skin. Alcohol also destroys Vitamin A which is very vital for the production of collagen. Excessive in-take of alcohol over a long period of time enlarges the blood vessels of the face which will eventually cause the skin to lose its tone bringing about permanent redness of the skin.

Facial Expressions: 

Repeated activities of the facial muscles causes grooves beneath the skin. These grooves eventually become wrinkles. Facial expressions like smiling, squinting, frowning can cause lines on the face after a period of time. Some of these lines or wrinkles have specific names; Crow's feet around the eyes are due to smiling, squinting and activity of the eyelid muscles. Worry lines on the forehead are due to contraction of muscles when raising the eye brows. Frown line between the eyebrows are due to contraction of muscles when concentrating or angry.

Genetic Factors: Recent researches have associated the early development of wrinkles to genes. There's a very strong possibility of developing wrinkles when you are young if your parents had wrinkles early.

Ultra violet light: This is one of the major causes of wrinkles. In as much as we get vitamin D from the sun, the ultra violet light from the sun damages the collagen fibers. Sun screen can be effective but extended exposure to the sun can have negative effects on the skin.

High Blood Sugar: Excess sugar in the blood becomes attached to the collagen in the skin. Once attached, the sugar makes the collagen more brittle and it's difficult for the skin to repair itself.

Free Radicals: Free radicals are rogue oxygen molecules that are lacking electrons. Free radicals breakdown collagen when attached to it. They eventually cause wrinkles.

Wrong Sleeping Posture & Poor Sleeping Habit: Nobody can dispute the fact that sleep is good for the body. Researches have confirmed that sleeping with one side of your face and body on the pillow and bed can reduce elasticity and allow lines to form on your skin after a period of time. Early wrinkles have also been associated with not getting enough sleep. Poor sleeping habits can affect the skin negatively.

Natural Remedies For Wrinkles

Wrinkles are not health problems but no one wants  to age fast. Everyone loves a smooth and firm skin. Nature has provided some anti-aging solutions.

1) Do the Basics: Protect the skin from the sun with clothes and sunscreen, sunglasses can protect the skin around the eyes and prevent squinting, don't smoke, don't drink too much and watch your blood sugar level.

2) Good Sleep and Posture:

Researches have shown that getting a straight 7-9 hours night sleep helps in rejuvenating the skin. It is important to note that sleeping on your back(facing upwards) is the recommended sleeping position. The alternative is to sleep on a satin pillow case that slides across your face.

3) Good Nutrition: The health benefits of good diet cannot be over emphasized. It is good to take good diet that can boost collagen naturally. These foods include beans, cheese, egg white. Vitamin C and Vitamin A which can be obtained from fruits like carrot, orange and vegetables also help in the boosting of collagen. They also function as antioxidants (anti-oxidants are the first lines of defense the body employs against free radicals).

Adding more foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids to your diet helps to calm and smooth the skin. Sources of Omega-3 fatty acid include olive oil, fatty fish, flax seed and walnuts.

4) Coconut Oil:

Coconut oil is a natural moisturizer. Massaging your face or whole body with coconut oil can hydrate and make your skin wrinkle free.

• Apply coconut oil on the skin before going to bed and wash off in the morning.
• You can also massage into the skin before or during bath(wet skin absorbs moisturizers faster).

5) Olive Oil: 

Olive oil is a good source of Vitamins A and E. These Vitamins act as anti-oxidants which fight against skin damaging free radicals.

Massaging the affected skin area with olive oil will moisturize, repair and regenerate skin cells.

6) Bananas and Avocados:

 Bananas and Avocados are rich in Vitamins and anti-oxidants. Using this remedy at least three times per week will give you an amazing result.

• mash one ripe banana and avocado. Mix with a little honey and apply on your skin. Leave it for 20-30 minutes then wash off with lukewarm water. You can follow it up with olive oil or coconut oil.

7) Carrots:

Carrots are rich in Vitamin A which boosts the production of collagen and keeps the skin smooth.

• Soften three large carrots by boiling.
• Blend the carrots with some honey.
• Apply on the face and leave for 30 minutes before rinsing off with lukewarm water.

8) Pineapples:

Pineapples contain enzymes that eliminate dead skin cells. Pineapples are rich in anti-oxidants, fibers and vitamins that boost skin health.

• Apply Pineapple juice from green pineapples daily for 5 minutes before washing off.
• OR you can rub pineapple flesh on the affected area and allow it to dry for 20 minutes then rinse off with water.

9) Water: Drinking two liters of purified water everyday keeps the body hydrated and maintains the moisture level in the skin. This is the easiest  way of treating wrinkles. Drink a glass of purified water in the morning and keep a bottle around you for the rest of the day.

10) Cucumbers:

Cucumbers can be used to cure wrinkly eye-lids. They contain anti-oxidants that help protect skin cells from damage. It is one of the most effective ways of removing Crow's feet.

• Put cucumber slices on your eyelids and leave for about 15-20 minutes.
• Rinse with cool water and dry gently.

11) Fresh Orange Juice:

Fresh Orange juice can be used to decrease wrinkles around the eyes.

• Dip a cotton swab in fresh orange juice and apply on the face twice daily, morning and in the evening. Make sure you do not get the orange juice into your eye.

Consistent combinations of these home remedies are very effective for removing wrinkles.

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