Make your Own Anti-Aging Facial Products
The skin care industry has recently discovered an interest in natural skin care ingredients. This means that you can now find, purchase, and use products that contain fruit extracts and other natural ingredients.
However, the most natural skin products are still considered to be the ones you can make by yourself. Which means that your pantry and refrigerator contain a wealth of products that can help you battle skin problems, from acne to aging skin. As with any homemade remedy, the results will not necessarily be immediate, but have patience.
Here is a general overview of some of the natural remedies used to help you deal with skin wrinkles, sagging and dull skin, and age spots. Remember to do a patch test before using any of these products to make sure that you are not allergic to them.
How to Rejuvenate your Skin with Citrus
Vitamin C is a basic anti-aging ingredient that can help you treat damaged skin while also helping stimulate the production of collagen. Luckily, most traditional facial products will usually contain this antioxidant ingredient.
If you want to try something different, here's a recipe that you can whip up from products that you easily find in your kitchen. Take whipping cream and mix it with orange and lemon juice. Apply this mixture to your skin, massage lightly, and rinse off using a damp towel and warm water.
Anti-aging Ingredients from your Garden: Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is a very popular ingredient in all types of skin care products. When used in anti aging products it helps make the skin firmer and more elastic. This action immediately reduces the appearance wrinkles.
You can have your own homemade remedy by cutting open a stalk and applying the gel directly to your skin. Keep in mind that it can cause slight irritation that will soon pass, however, if the stinging sensation bothers you, you can dilute the aloe vera with water or by mixing it with olive oil before applying it to your skin.
An Inexpensive Face Lift: Egg Whites
Egg whites can tighten sagging skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. It is especially effective for the sensitive eye area. Simply make sure to be gentle when applying any product to this area of your skin.
Beat the eggs whites until they are foamy. Apply the beaten egg whites to your skin, let them dry, and rinse with warm water. Some people have claimed to added honey or almond flour to the mix.
Natural Facial Product for Wrinkles
Milk is a fabulous anti-wrinkle product. It can also help tighten your skin. Simply apply the milk all over your face and neck, let set a few minutes and then rinse off with warm water.
If you are looking for natural skin care and do not want to make your own, try BIOBALM. This wrinkle cream is a natural skin care cream that contains Helix aspersa muller extract, a natural ingredient that can help soothe and treat aging skin.
Published March 17th, 2010