The American Academy of Dermatology asserts that as the skin ages, collagen and elastin, which help to keep the skin firm, weaken. The skin thus appears loose because it thins and loses fat, resulting in a less plump and smooth appearance. Many antiaging serums promise to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and most of them fail to deliver. Many of the chemicals in these commercial products also contain chemicals such as alcohol, which increases dryness and flaking, making wrinkles and deep furrows more apparent. Using organic home remedies can help treat old facial skin without the side effects of chemicals. Always consult your dermatologist before starting a new skin care routine.
Strawberry and Coconut Oil Facial Mask
Strawberries contain alpha hydroxy acids, which a U.S National Institutes of Health 1997 study found improve aging skin by acting as a mild exfoliator, improving elasticity of skin fibers and collagen density. Coconut oil helps to prevent premature aging due to its naturally antioxidant properties, reports OrganicFacts.net. It also helps to prevent dryness and flaking and delays the onset of wrinkles and sagging skin.
Simply mash fresh organic strawberries with organic coconut oil in small dish. Apply to the face as a daily cleanser, and rinse with warm water.
Egg White, Honey and Milk Mask
Organic egg white in tandem with honey and milk helps improve the texture of skin while firming enlarged pores, according to Planet Green. Egg white also quells redness and inflammation that can occur in sun-damaged skin, which cause premature wrinkles and furrows. Honey and milk possess highly effective antimicrobial and cleansing properties helpful in fighting infection-causing bacteria, which occur naturally on the skin's surface, reports OrganicFacts.net. Historically, the Romans, Egyptians and Greeks used honey and milk for retaining a youthful glow and to ensure a long life.
Whisk an egg white, honey and milk together in a small bowl. Apply directly to the face, and allow to dry for 10 minutes. Rinse the mask off with warm water, followed by cold water to close the pores.
Organic Olive Oil Moisturizer
Using organic extra-virgin olive oil as a daily moisturizer helps to soften and hydrate the skin, asserts the Healthy Skin Care website. Mixing it with equal amounts of apple cider vinegar and distilled water makes a mild exfoliant to reduce hyperpigmentation. As a lone moisturizer, however, organic extra-virgin olive oil helps to alleviate cracking, dryness or other skin ailment, which can increase the appearance of wrinkles. Additionally, organic olive oil helps to dissolve skin obstructions while regulating sebum, or oil, to prevent clogged and enlarged pores.
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