Different cultures around the world, and even various sub-cultures within a country or region, have wildly divergent standards of beauty. A slim figure is prized in much of the West, while in Mauritania, a thicker figure is considered more attractive, to the point that some prospective brides are force-fed in order to make it easier for them to procure husbands. While mainstream American media upholds tanned skin as the ideal, young people of the Goth subculture (present in other countries, as well) prefer pale skin. However, practically every culture prizes a youthful appearance, a critical component of which is smooth, vibrant skin that is relatively free of wrinkles.
Chemical exfoliants with active ingredients like tretinoin and hydroquinone are a common and relatively cheap product billed as the solution to aging dull and wrinkly skin. Users simply peel off the top layer, exposing the fresher, smoother skin underneath. However, chemical exfoliants—particularly the cheap-but-strong ones, can be rather dangerous for your skin. They can leave you more vulnerable to sunburn, and in the long run dry out your skin, hastening the onset of wrinkles.
A more natural exfoliant might be made out of papaya and aloe vera gel. However, this exfoliant is surprisingly strong, so be sure to wash it off after no more than five minutes. Set an alarm clock, if need be, to make sure that you get rid of the exfoliant in time.
If you wish, you might try out an exfoliant that is more physical as opposed to chemical in nature: in other words, the exfoliant contains rough particles that slough off dead skin, as opposed to chemicals that force it to dry up and peel off. For example, you can buy lotions or bath gels that contain ground-up peach pits. These can be used on dry, wrinkly areas of skin on your body, but be careful about using them on your face. Furthermore, exfoliants that work by essentially rubbing or scraping off dead skin cells might not be advisable for fair-skinned people with lots of moles. Abrading a mole might not only irritate it but encourage it to turn cancerous. These exfoliants can be helpful, but make sure they are right for you before you use them.
Thankfully, nature can help you find other ways to make your own safe, mild anti-wrinkle products out of natural ingredients. For example, a boiled apple can be mashed and mixed with a spoonful of honey in order to make an anti aging facial mask. You can also eat whatever is left over as a delicious snack or dessert.
If you prefer not to make your own skin care products from scratch for whatever reason, you might still try to buy products with the proper natural ingredients. For example, many beauty stores sell bottles of almond oil. Admittedly, these are rather pricey, but you usually need only a few drops at a time. Dab some of the oil on particularly dry areas, especially after washing your face just before bed. You might also try specialty soaps with papaya, coconut oil, honey, and other nourishing ingredients. Choose one with a good reputation and low alcohol content. If you are willing to search a little further (or happen to live in an area where such soaps are widely available), look for soaps that are based on palm oil. If you are in hurry to remove wrinkles you may also try products like Lifecell and Revitol. The makers of these anti aging creams both offer a satisfaction guarantee.
cool. careful with the almond oil. it’s good on dry skin, but pretty greasy and can give you zits if you use too much on your face.
they say using chemical anti-aging prducts is risky. i say it depends on youre skin type and skin problem. some natural remedies may also evoke side effects if not used properly. the key to enjoying best results, therefore, is trying out a a product, whether natural or chemical-based, and stick to it if you see favorable results and drop it if it’s nt good for you.
Natural products are better than those chemical-based skin care products you can pick up from the store. What’s more, they are quite very cheap since they are mostly available in the pantry or everywhere around the house. Thank you for the good advice. Thank you for this well-written article. I will surely try out the DIY facial mask. Your advice on Lifecell and Revitol also seem to be inviting. But I guess I will have to make do with the natural products first. They would not cost me much and has very promising, side effects free outcome.
I love the suggestions that are in this article, including those posted by fellow readers. This opened up my eye for what I should do now to help keep myself looking young for the longest time possible.
The result for one may be different from another. When choosing an anti-aging solution, make sure that you measure up all the available options and see which one is best suited for you. If you are to pick up an option, ask for a professional advice. Medical experts can help guide your choice by giving you hints regarding the effects of each anti-aging solution, including the side effects. What’s important is that you are able to enjoy the result you wanted with as little possibility of suffering from any kind of side effects as possible.
Sulking in a corner, disappointed that you are actually getting old will only make the signs show off more pronounced. If you want to look like you are not getting old, don’t think about it that much. Thinking too much and stressing yourself out will only make you look sluggish, feel bad, and think poorly. Growing old is inevitable but you have the power to control the aging signs by making the right choices and using the right products.