When we are young, our skin constantly rejuvenates itself and that is why it remains plump and soft but with growing age, the skin tends to loosen up. Collagen is a protein produced by the cells that helps hold the skin together, it is also responsible for the firmness of the skin. The reason why according to age the skin becomes loose is because collagen production slows down. Some of the natural ways to keep your skin looking younger are stated below.
HOME REMEDIES FOR YOUNGER LOOKING SKIN
#1 Drinking water
The most underrated thing when it comes to taking care of our overall health is, drinking water. We unconsciously perspire all day and the body loses water that is vital for the functioning of all the organs. It is that is why advised to drink 6-8 glasses of water in a day. If we are dehydrated, the water that is required by different organs is diverted to the main organs- heart and liver and thus the skin becomes dry. Drink plenty of water in a day so that the skin can achieve it’s share of water needed to make the skin radiant.
#2 Exercising
What does exercise do to your skin? Well, it helps in the skin renewal because it promotes blood flow and nutrients to the skin’s surface. You may ask how? For that I would like to tell you that when the blood is pumped around the body, live skin cells lying deep in the skin are pushed up to the surface of the skin. This in turn helps to create fresher and younger looking skin.
#3 Giving Up Smoking
Not all things that we consume have a positive effect on our body. One such thing is smoking. There are various evidences to show that smokers suffer from more fine lines and wrinkles on their skin. ‘Cigarettes contain carbon monoxide which cuts off peripheral circulation( the small capillaries that feed the skin)’ says naturopath Laurence Kirk. Not just this but smoking also stops the body from absorbing Vitamin C which is a very important ingredient in the growth of collagen.
#4 Carrots and Tomatoes
These two ingredients have a lot of qualities that make the skin radiant. They contain betacarotene which is the precursor of Vitamin A(Retinol). Retinol stimulates the skin cell growth and builds collagen.
Betacarotene is very essential for the health of the skin. It is an anti-ageing agent because it blocks antioxidants. Antioxidants can lead to premature skin ageing and can cause a lot of skin diseases.
#5 Citrus Fruits
One of the natural ways to keep your skin looking younger includes the use of citrus fruits. Lemons are a good source of Vitamin C. Like Vitamin A, Vitamin C is also very important for the production of collagen in the body. Lemon pith is rich in bioflavonoids which are biologically active compound found in the rinds of citrus fruits. They strengthen the capillaries that feed the skin.
#6 Stay Sun Safe
Extreme exposure to Sun is a prime suspect in hastening collagen loss. Ultra violet rays penetrate into the skin and damage the cells. My advice is to always wear an SPF15 broad spectrum cream throughout the year. This will not just keep you safe from the Sun, but also make your skin soft and elastic.
#7 Retinol Creams
Retinol creams are easily available on prescription. “Retinoids reduce substances in the skin that break down collagen after Sun exposure and also target receptors in the skin which increase the production of collagen,”says Dr. Maria Gonzalez of the Specialist Skin Clinic (speacialistskinclinic.co.uk).
#8 Cutting Sweets
You all must have heard about the sugar detox- Lose weight, Feel great and Look years younger. Eating a lot of sugar can be a disaster. It cause premature aging of the skin, fine lines and wrinkles. Excess sugar in the blood attaches itself to lipids, nucleic acids and proteins to form “advanced glycation end products” or AGEs, which accelerates the aging process and thus causes wrinkly skin.
#9 Exfoliating
One of the most important things to do in order to get a radiating skin is to exfoliate it. What does exfoliating means? Well, it means removing the top, dead layer of the skin. This helps in speeding up the process of skin and collagen rejuvenation. The best way to exfoliate the skin is by using chemical exfoliants such as glycol acid and lactic acid. They dissolve the gluey substance that bonds the dead skin to the surface. The results are amazing and your skin looks healthier and brighter than ever.
#10 Proteins
In women, menopause can cause a lot of hormonal imbalance in the body. It cause wrinkles as the estrogen level drops down. estrogen is helpful in making healthy collagen. Lot of foods contain plant estrogen’s and that is why it is important to consume them from time to time. Hummus, nuts, soy and pinto beans are great sources of estrogen.
#11 Massage
Massage your face daily using skin friendly products. Massaging your skin will boost the collagen production. You can use collage boosting oils such as Sanctuary Spa Lipid Recovery Facial Oil to massage your skin. Collagen stimulates the lymph glands and gives a clean and clear skin.
All the natural ways to make your skin looking younger stated above will have an amazing effect on your skin. Most of the things are easily available at our houses and thus it is not very expensive. Make sure you give these things a try before going to the doctor and eating various medicines. Nurture your skin by using skin friendly creams and oils so that your skin is plump and fresh.
