2016 Jul 14
by Beauty by Rosh
There are many skin issues out there, and we are constantly searching for solutions to obtain that almost-perfect skin we’ve always wanted. Wrinkles are one issue that has become very common nowadays. Not only do they make you look dull and charmless, but also slowly ruin the naturally smooth texture of your skin.
The aging process cannot be completely prevented, but there are several ways you can slow it down. As you age, you will begin to notice fine lines and wrinkles popping up on different areas of your face that become more pronounced over time if they’re not dealt with immediately. While there are several over-the-counter products that can prevent and reduce the appearance of wrinkles, you can avoid exposure to chemicals and save money by opting for natural prevention methods. In the preceding article, we spoke of the benefits of honey and yogurt, which are both inexpensive and easily available at the supermarket. Using a face mask two or three times a week made from ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen can help plump your skin, improve circulation and brighten your skin tone. Recipes have been included in our previous article.
Aging is a natural process that everyone will inevitably go through. Luckily, there are a number of prevention and delay methods that can be used to postpone the naturally occurring process of wrinkle formation.
It is imperative to treat wrinkles in the early stages. So if you are looking for remedies to treat wrinkle issues, then honey face masks can be your superhero.
To treat the problem we must first understand the causes and how these wrinkles form.
Causes of Fine Lines & Wrinkles
Aging processes.
Wrinkles and fine lines are part of the naturally occurring aging process. As a person gets older, collagen andelastin begin to break down.In the absence of this strong support system for the skin, lines and wrinkles start to become visible on the face. The aging process is the primary reason wrinkles and fine lines appear on the skin, due to your body’s decreased ability to hold in moisture as you age.
Sun damage
Excessive damage from the sun’s harmful UV rays causes the skin layer that holds in moisture to lose its water content. Overexposure from the sun ultimately damages skin cells from within, and can even lead to skin cancer. It will result in fine lines, wrinkles and discoloration.
Muscle movement and expressions.
Repeated movement from constant facial expressions like the creasing of the brow causesyour skin to fold. The more the muscles are used, the more they will adjust and imprint the action into the skin, resulting in wrinkles.
Unhealthy habits
Eating healthy foods, sleeping 7 or 8 hours a night and drinking at least 8 glasses of water are some of the most important habits to develop if you want clear, supple skin. If you’re lacking sleep, healthy nutrients and water, your body can’t keep up with the essential healing and repairing processes and it will eventually show in your skin.
Smoking
We all know that smoking is bad for your lungs and can lead to heart disease, bad breath, yellow teethanda stinky house – but most of us are unaware of the effects it has on the body’s aging process. Smoking or being exposed to second-hand smoke causes us to age prematurely. The aging and drying out of our skin leads to fine lines and wrinkles.
Stress
Stress has a huge effect on appearance, especially when it causes you to neglect your basic health and skincare. It can also cause premature cell death, shortening of telomeres and expression lines from frowning and furrowing the brow. Telomeres are an essential part of human cells that affect how our cells age and without telomeres, DNA strands become damaged and our cells can’t do their jobs.
How to use Honey and Yogurt to prevent wrinkles
Skin aging cannot be stopped, but the appearance of aging can be slowed down through the use of certain remedies – especially ones with honey and yoghurt.
Wrinkles and fine lines are exacerbated by a number of external factors, but they’re ultimately caused by the loss of collagen, which in turn reduces the elasticity and volume of the skin. Collagen and elastin serve as a support system for the skin to help keep it smooth, strong, supple and resilient. However, when skin fibres break, the skin will lose its strength and elasticity and fine lines andwrinkles will then begin to form. Repeated expressions like frowning, squinting and even laughing can cause lines on the face.
DIY face masks are the hero of many around the world for a good reason. The one listed below can help delay skin aging and wrinkle forming.
Face Mask Recipe with Honey and Yoghurt to prevent wrinkles
Most of these ingredients are inexpensive and easy to find, and some you may already have on hand.
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon of honey.
- 1 tablespoon of plain yogurt.
- 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
- Pinch of ground cinnamon.
- Pinch of ground nutmeg.
- Mix all ingredients together in a bowl.
Stir well with a spoon, and add a few tablespoons of warm water to help meld the ingredients together.
- Apply the mask generously to cleansed skin and leave on for about 7 to 10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
- Apply moisturizer to your skin, if desired.
