We’d be hard-pressed to find anyone who doesn’t want youthful,
vibrant, glowing skin. People are now turning to things like Botox and
vampire facials to tap into the fountain of youth. There are some crazy
treatments out there for looking younger. However, many people don’t
realize that Mother Nature has given us some powerful tools in her own
backyard, so there’s no need to keep taking extreme measures to look younger
like watermelon! Really, watermelon!
Before you go
booking your first snail facial (yes, that’s a REAL thing), check out this list
of all-natural anti-aging skin ingredients:
1.
Aloe Vera: When you see this item, you probably think of
sunburn, but did you know that in addition to soothing sun damage, aloe vera
also stimulates collagen production, making it an ideal natural anti-wrinkle
remedy? It truly is a miracle plant, improving skin elasticity and keeping
your skin bright and hydrated with its many vitamins and minerals. It’s
natural moisturizing properties leave you wrinkle-free and looking youthful and
truly refreshed.
2.
Jojoba Oil: Though it’s referred to as an oil, it’s actually a liquid wax.
What makes jojoba truly unique is how similar it is to the natural oils of our
skin. It moisturizes, absorbs quickly, and it’s safe for all kinds of
skin types. Since it’s not water-based, it doesn’t absorb, making it a
great long-lasting moisturizer. Vitamins E and B, antioxidants, and
minerals nourish and protect skin from the elements and stress damage.
Studies show that jojoba can actually increase skin’s suppleness in a way that
provides lasting results. It also fades fine lines and wrinkles, and it
can help repair sun damage, leaving you looking radiant.
3.
Cucumber: When we mention cucumber and skincare in the same sentence,
you’re probably picturing someone with cucumber slices on their eyes, but to
you know why they’re actually used on skin? Yes, they reduce swelling
under the eyes, but they also prevent water retention and help repair skin
damage from inflammation, eczema, and sunburn, due to natural ascorbic acid and
caffeic acid within the cucumber plant. They’re so much more than a puffy
eye remedy!
4. Frankincense Essential
Oil: Add Frankincense Essential Oil to your moisturizer, body lotion,
or pretty much any beauty product to start turning back time on your
skin. People have actually been using Frankincense Oil for years to lift,
tone, tighten, and heal skin. It prevents wrinkles, reduces the
appearance of dark spots, scars, and burns, and hydrates dry or chapped
skin. It’s also a natural astringent, making it great at regenerating
skin cells and keeping existing cells healthy and strong, leaving you with a
youthful, vibrant complexion.
5.
Green Tea: Green tea is a great antioxidant and moisturizer. It helps
protect skin from free radical damage and keeps it looking radiant. Its
powerful antioxidant properties fight DNA damage from the sun that can actually
prevent skin cancer. Polyphenols in green tea make it an excellent
anti-inflammatory that reduces redness, puffiness, and irritation.
Vitamins B2 and E help with skin firmness, hydration, softness, and promote new
skin cell growth. A cold green tea-soaked compress on the skin or some
cool soaked green tea bags under the eyes can do wonders!
6.
Watermelon: Not only is it a delicious summer treat, watermelon makes one
heck of an addition to your skincare regimen! The rinds have
anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce redness, and even accelerate cell
regeneration. In Korea, watermelon rind is used to treat sunburn and
rashes. Watermelon is also loaded with Vitamin E, which helps even skin
tone, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and helps reverse free radical
damage. Vitamins A and C help revers sun, wind, and stress damage.
Its low acidity makes it safe for all kinds of complexions. Even the
seeds can help with irritation and boost collagen production, for firmer
skin. Crush up the rind, skin, or seeds for a cooling anti-aging mask!
7. Grape Seed Oil: Think
of grape seed oil as the non-comedogenic version of coconut oil: You get
all the benefits without the clogged pores, making it great for people with
sensitive skin. Grape seed oil contains Vitamin E and moisturizing fatty
acids that are great for lightening under-eye circles. Its
anti-inflammatory properties and high levels of linoleic acid make it a great
moisturizer, and since it instantly dries, it can also be used under
makeup. It can also be used to lighten scars, speed up the healing
process, lighten age spots, prevent sun damage, and tighten skin.
8.
Licorice Root Extract: While people have had a long-standing love/hate
relationship with licorice candy, licorice root extract can be applied to skin
for results you’ll love (minus the aftertaste!). Licorice root extract
contains antioxidants glabridin and licochalcone A, which brighten damaged
skin, block the enzyme that causes skin to darken from UV damage, lessen the
appearance of scars and age spots, defend your skin against free radicals and
skin disorders like rosacea and eczema. All this will leave you with a
healthy glow and just might make licorice root extract worth adding to your
skincare regimen.
There you have it.
With all the latest bizarre trends in skincare in search of younger looking
skin, we tend to forget that Mother Nature has provided plenty of great
ingredients for turning back the clock on your complexion, no harmful chemicals
required.
If you’re serious
about restoring your skin to its youthful radiance, try any of our JE AgeDefying Serums that contain all of the all-natural ingredients we discussed in
this list! Talk about an all-in-one anti-aging solution! Reach out to me today to learn more
Jordan
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