There is an all-pervading obsession with wrinkle-free and youthful skin in women across all age groups. Once we reach our 20s, our skin problems become worrisome with visible fine lines and acne scars. We find ourselves in a constant state of paranoia, trying out whichever new product hits the market to cure our skin problems. All this time, we try out every possible solution except for the one which is the most effective. The solution to getting the youthful skin free of wrinkles in right in our houses. These homemade face masks which you prepare easily are chemical-free hence the results will show up eventually. We need to be patient and consistent in order to achieve that ageless glow.
- Avocado Face Mask – Avocados are rich in vitamins and natural oils that penetrate the skin to keep it healthy and nourished. They have a number of in-inflammatory properties and nutrients that help avoid the negative effects of aging, thereby keeping the skin soft and youthful. Mash the avocados to get a pulp and mix the soaked oats into this pulp. Directly apply this face mask on your face and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Gently wash it off with lukewarm water
- Banana and Yogurt Face Mask– Bananas are high on magnesium and potassium which makes it one of the best anti-aging fruits. They penetrate deep inside the skin and diminish the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. To make this banana facial mask, you will need to mash one piece of banana and add 1 tsp of yogurt to it. Make a fine paste and apply directly to your skin. Wash it off gently with cold water.
- Rice Water Face Mask-it is known to work wonders on skin owing to the number of vitamins it has. Rice is rich in Vitamin C, E, and many other minerals that help fight wrinkles and fine lines. It helps tighten the skin and reduce the appearances of wrinkles that come up with age. To make this face mask, you will require a paper towel and one cup of rice water. Puncture the paper towel to make holes for eyes, nose, and mouth. Soak the towel in rice water for 10 minutes. Place it on your face and let it rest for 25 minutes. Finally, remove the mask and wash your face.
- Coffee and Coconut Oil Face Mask– Skincare products having some content of caffeine works wonders on skin, as it helps one get lustrous and youthful skin. Packed with antioxidant properties, it reduces redness, puffiness, and swelling on the skin thereby slowing the signs of aging. All you require to make this face mask is take 2 tsp of coffee and add a few drops of coconut oil until you get the right consistency. Apply directly to your face and let it rest for 20 minutes. Gently remove the mask by exfoliating with cold water.
- Fenugreek Face Mask– also known as Kasuri Methi in India, it has a number of nutrients which help tighten and rejuvenate the skin. The compounds present on fenugreek help in getting supple skin with wrinkle-free skin. For this face mask, you will need to soak one small cup of fenugreek overnight. Grind the soaked fenugreek seeds and add a few drops of rose water until you get a fine paste. Apply directly to your face. Wash it off gently with cold water.
- Orange peel Face Mask– Packed with huge amounts of calcium, this peel protects the skin from damage and diminishes signs of premature aging. To make this paste, you will need to grind to orange peels and make it into a paste. Add 1 tsp of yogurt and a few drops of rose water. Apply this mask on your face and let it rest for 15 minutes. Wash it off gently with cold water.
- Papaya Face mask– Having contents of enzymes known as papain, it provides various anti-aging benefits by acting as an anti-inflammatory agent. It helps the skin shed all its dead skin cells leaving you with youthful glowing skin. For this face mask, you will some mashed papaya and a few drops of lemon juice. Apply this face directly on your face and let it rest for 15 minutes. Gently wash it off with lukewarm water.
- Aloe vera– Having immense beneficial qualities, enhances the production of collagen in the body which further reduces fine lines and visible signs of aging. Increased levels of collagens help fight wrinkles and boosts the elasticity of the skin. To prepare this face mask, you will fresh aloe vera extract and a few drops of lime juice. Add the lime juice into the aloe vera extract and make a fine smooth. Apply directly on your face and let it sit for 20 minutes. Wash it off gently with cold water.
All these face masks are made with the most basic ingredients which can be found easily. So, quite visiting high-end saloons or dermatologists when the solution to get that ageless glow in right in your kitchen.