How to Get Rid of Wrinkles Naturally

Tap to Read ➤ Deepa Kartha Jan 18, 2019

Are you suffering from the problem of premature wrinkles, and looking for a solution? Read on to know some natural ways to eliminate them.

Though wrinkles are a part of natural aging process, it's not something that people wish for. Aging causes skin to lose its elasticity making it thinner and drier as a result of elastin and collagen from the connective tissue of the skin becoming weak. Due to this, the skin sags; forms lines, creases and wrinkles especially on the neck, face and hands.

Nowadays, the cases of premature wrinkles are on the rise, due to which people are frantically looking for an answer to how to get rid of wrinkles naturally and quickly. However, it is also important to know the reasons that are responsible for the formation of wrinkles at an early age.

Causes

One of the main causes for the appearance of wrinkles on the face is prolonged exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays. Another reason is air pollution. Everyday, our skin is exposed to dust, harsh lights, air pollutants, and chemicals present in the environment, which damages the skin, and leads to the formation of wrinkles.

Losing weight rapidly can leads skin sagging. People who smoke are also said to be prone to premature wrinkling. Certain facial expressions like squinting / frowning, may cause wrinkles.

Vitamin E is a vital nutrient to keep the skin healthy whereas insufficiency can cause deterioration in the skin quality, leading to the development of creases on the skin.

Getting Rid of Wrinkles Naturally

In today's world, most people opt for surgical methods to get rid of the signs of aging. Resorting to botox injections is one of the latest methods that has become quite popular. However, it is not only expensive, but also has some side effects. Hence, here are some of the natural methods to opt for.

Healthy Diet

Most of us know that the food we eat, affects our appearance, especially the health of our skin. Hence, it is important to have a healthy, balanced diet to eliminate wrinkles and make it look fresh and young.

One should include in a diet lots of fruits and vegetables which are a rich source of essential vitamins and minerals. Green leafy vegetables, beans and berries like strawberries, goji berries, blueberries etc..contain antioxidants that help fight the free radicals that cause premature aging and thus aid in doing away with them.

Facial Exercises

In case of wrinkles on forehead, under the eyes and other facial areas, these exercises are sure to help you. They help in firming the skin and the muscles, eliminating wrinkles totally.

If you have wrinkles on the neck, try the exercise where you touch the tip of your tongue to the back of your mouth. When you do this, the jaw, neck, chin, and throat tighten which actually aids in erasing the wrinkles and fine lines on the neck as well as near the lips. Exercising daily will help in increasing blood circulation and keep the skin healthy.

Home Remedies

Here are some home remedies that have been effective for people trying to get rid of wrinkles on the face, neck and hands.

Homemade Anti-wrinkle Cream

Most anti-wrinkle face creams available in the market are expensive. So it will be great if you could make your own.

Ingredients : Glycerin Alum Spirits of camphor Gelatin Tincture of benzoin Anhydrous lanolin Orange flower water

Procedure: Take 2 tsp of orange flower water in a small bowl and add ¼ tsp of alum in it. When the alum dissolves in water, put in 3 tsp of gelatin and let it remain in water till it becomes soft. Combine ¼ cup of glycerin to this solution.

Transfer the mixture into a double boiler and cook on low heat till the gelatin dissolves. Mix 1 cup of lanolin, ¼ tsp tincture and ¼ tsp camphor spirit. Blend all the ingredients. Now take it off from the flame. With an electric mixer, beat the mixture till it becomes fluffy. Store it in an airtight container and use it every night for 5-10 minutes.

Face Pack

There are several face packs that you can make at home to eliminate wrinkles. Here is a process for one of them:

Mix 1 tsp of orange juice and a spoon of raspberry juice in a bowl. Add 1 tsp olive oil, 2 tbsp ground oatmeal with whipped egg yolks. Mix well and apply on the entire face. Allow it to rest on the face for twenty minutes and when it becomes dry, rinse with warm water. Applying egg whites too on the skin, especially under the eyes, makes it supple.

Apart from these natural remedies, there are certain precautions to be taken to cure and avoid wrinkles . To use sunscreen every time you go out is a necessity, even if it is cloudy. People who have a habit of smoking, should try and quit smoking. Also, drinking lots of water daily helps to keep the skin hydrated. This will avoid ugly creases on your face.

Disclaimer: Data here is solely for informative purpose and not intended to replace the advice of any dermatologists.