As people get older, skin begins to lose its elasticity and moisture. As a result, sagging and wrinkles appear. When collagen in the skin decreases, wrinkles start showing up on the face, neck and hands. The first wrinkles usually become visible around the eyes as the skin has less stretch and flexibility. However, coconut oil is a natural home remedy that can help erase the fine lines and crow's feet around your eyes so that you can look and feel younger.
Step 1
Steam your face to increase circulation to the area. Bring a pan of water to a rapid boil. Pour it into a sink or basin. Drape a clean towel over your head and lean over the steam. Be careful not to lean too close and burn yourself. Stand over the steam for about 10 minutes, or long enough until water begins to drip off your face.
Step 2
Rinse your face with tepid water to close pores before patting it dry. You can also allow your skin to dry naturally.
Step 3
Use a cotton ball to dab coconut oil on the skin around your eyes. Coconut oil is a tropical emollient that helps to remoisturize and soften dry skin. Moist skin is more elastic and less likely to wrinkle.
Step 4
Massage in the coconut oil to improve circulation and help tighten skin. Increased circulation also gets essential nutrients to the skin. Practice this skin-care regimen every night before going to bed.
Step 5
Use your fingers to massage skin in the opposite direction of wrinkle lines. Because gravity pulls the skin down, you need to work up and in an outward direction.
Step 6
Wash your face with cool water and gently pat dry with your hands. Cool water tightens pores and skin, diminishing the appearance of wrinkles.
Tips and Warnings
- Member dermatologists of the American Academy of Dermatology point out that you need to give any topical anti-aging treatment time to work. It can often take months before you begin to see results. In the meantime, apply sunscreen that has an SPF of at least 30 to your face whenever you go outdoors. Keep skin moisturized to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes. Purchase virgin coconut oil at a health food store. Always wash your hands thoroughly before touching your face.
- Do not use facial steaming if you suffer from rosacea, a skin condition that steam vapors can make worse.
Things You'll Need
- Pan of boiling water
- Clean towel
- Cotton balls
- Coconut oil
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