Let’s be honest. If you were granted a wish to turn the skin clock back, you would love to do that. I mean, who wouldn’t? Unfortunately, none of us have the magic lamp, and no genie is going to grant us that wish. But hey! There is a world full of magic and wonder deep within nature. Puzzled? Don’t be – because I am here to reveal some of Nature’s best kept anti-aging secrets that can slow down the signs of aging. So, here we go!
1. Basil
Holy basil or tulsi helps in preventing the signs of aging. Excessive UV exposure damages your skin and causes collagen depletion. Collagen is the compound that maintains the elasticity of your skin. In a study, researchers found that topical application of basil helped in retaining skin moisture levels, reduced skin roughness and scaliness, prevented wrinkles, and made the skin smooth .
How To Use Basil For Anti-Aging Benefits
You Will Need
1 cup holy basil leaves
1 tablespoon gram flour
1 teaspoon honey
Method
Soak the basil leaves in warm water to soften them and make a paste.
Mix it with gram flour and honey.
Apply it to your face and let it dry.
Wash with lukewarm water.
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2. Cinnamon
Cinnamon is widely used in Ayurvedic medicine for its healing properties. It is also said to have anti-aging benefits as it prevents collagen breakdown and prevents loss of skin elasticity. A study says that it also boosts collagen synthesis and prevents signs of aging .
How To Use Cinnamon For Anti-Aging Benefits
You Will Need
1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
1 tablespoon raw honey
Method
Mix both the ingredients.
Apply the face mask.
Leave it on for 10-15 minutes.
Wash with lukewarm water.
3. Clove
Clove has immense health benefits. Clove oil is widely used in Ayurveda for treating many ailments. A study has also found that clove has free radical scavenging properties and contains antioxidants that slow down signs of aging .
How To Use Clove For Anti-Aging Benefits
You Will Need
1 tablespoon coconut oil
3-4 drops clove oil
Method
Wash your face with warm water (you can even steam it a bit).
Mix the coconut and clove oils.
Massage on your face and let it stay for half an hour.
Wash your face with cold water.
4. Ginger
This herb has been used in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine for over thousands of years for treating multiple ailments. Ginger has high levels of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that help in preventing the signs of aging. A study found that ginger could control the production of harmful free radicals that affect your metabolism and increase oxidative stress, which is harmful to your skin
How To Use Ginger For Anti-Aging Benefits
You Will Need
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon grated ginger
Method
Clean your skin with a mild cleanser.
Mix all the ingredients.
Scrub your face with the mixture for 10 minutes.
Leave it on for another 5-10 minutes.
Wash it off with lukewarm water.
5. Guggula
Guggula is a very powerful herb that is extracted from the Mukul Myrrh tree. A study found that Guggula could prevent wrinkles . It is also used for its anti-inflammatory properties that inhibit the effect of the harmful free radicals.
How To Use Guggula For Anti-Aging Benefits
You Will Need
1 teaspoon Guggula powder
1 tablespoon coconut oil (or shea butter)
Method
Mix the powder with the oil or butter.
Massage the mixture on your face (use it as a night cream).
Let it stay on overnight.
Wash it off the next day.