Affordable Home Remedies Against Early Wrinkles

Wrinkles are inevitable. Sooner or later, men and women will have them, and many will fuss about them. They may not be prevented, but for sure, they can be delayed. Having wrinkles is but a normal part of the ageing process, however, if you get them at a very young age, there may be other factors that are causing them.

For instance, if you are a heavy smoker, chances are you will get wrinkles sooner than other non-smokers your age. This is because of the free radicals that are produced by smoking which can damage the skin, losing its elasticity, which is the precursor to wrinkles.

There are other factors that can cause premature wrinkles. One of the most common factors that speed up the aging process, and thus produces wrinkles is stress. Stress often lead to lack of sleep, poor nutrition, more smoking and drinking alcohol, which all contribute to fast aging. Even frowning can cause some crow's feet on the eyes and on the forehead.

If you went on a diet where you lost weight rapidly, you may see some wrinkles around your face, your neck and your arms as the fat cells around these areas are reduced. With a fat reducing diet, you may have not given your body enough Vitamin E, which will cause your skin to lose its natural firmness.

For the budget conscious, who can not really afford expensive treatments for wrinkles, here are some home remedies that may help prevent the onset of premature wrinkles and prevent new ones from forming:

1. Egg whites are great moisturizers, especially on the skin around the eyes.

2. Coconut oil is not that expensive and can be rubbed with a gentle massage on your face before bedtime.

3. You can use some seedless grapes, mashed and massaged on your face before sleeping. Leave for about 20 minutes and then wash off with warm water.

4. Mix the juice of pineapples and apples and apply on your face for about 15 minutes. Wash off and then let it dry.

5. Make a mixture of yoghurt, lemon juice and honey and use as a face mask.


On top of these home remedies, you should also include a lot of fruits and vegetables on your diet. Choose fruits that are rich in antioxidants, mostly berries such as raspberries, strawberries and prunes. Antioxidants have been known to delay the aging process because they prevent the cell damage that free radicals can do to the body.

Get plenty of sleep, and drink enough water during the day. You should aim for about 7-8 hours of sleep. If this is not possible, try and get some 30 minute power naps during the day. Sleep not only revitalizes the body, but also provides the opportunity for hormones to work better. Drink at least 8 hours of liquid everyday. Water not only refreshes the body, but also moisturizes our skin.

Remember to protect yourself from exposure to the sun which can also cause premature wrinkles. Use a good sunscreen everytime you go out and wear sunglasses, to protect your eyes and to prevent you from squinting in the bright sunlight, which can also leave wrinkles around your eyes.

Get a good skin moisturizer and apply this before you go out and before going to bed. Sure, you can age gracefully, but you can also delay the onset of wrinkles and enjoy a more youthful looking skin for many years to come.