Crow’s feet are one of the signs of aging and the bane of everyone concerned about how age affects their appearance. There are creams and lotions and potions to reduce these fine lines, but before you invest your money, the road to a younger looking face could be just a few steps into your own kitchen.
Papaya
Papaya is a rich source of vitamin C, which is an antioxidant that works to fight against free radical damage. Another beneficial compound in papaya is papain, which functions as an exfoliant while also tightening the skin.
- To reduce the appearance of crow’s feet, rub a raw papaya on your face.
- Leave it on for ten minutes.
- Once it has dried, wash your face using cold water.
- Wait for ten minutes before rinsing it off.
Milk
Here’s another remedy for you to try.
- Dip a piece of clean cloth into a bowl of whole milk and apply it to your crow’s feet.
- Allow the whole milk to be absorbed into your skin for ten minutes before rinsing.
So why use milk? It contains a plethora of nutrients such as essential and semi-essential amino acids, vitamins, minerals and lipids. These semi-essential acids include proline that plays a role in the production of collagen.
Applying the whole milk onto your face on a regular basis, can help make your skin collagen more stable.
Drinking whole milk is beneficial for the skin also, as the vitamin A and E content are helpful in the process of skin cell renewal.
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera is another natural ingredient that you can include in your daily beauty regimen to help reduce crow’s feet. It contains antioxidants that are helpful for preventing the onset of crow’s feet and other wrinkles. Its minerals and vitamins are powerful moisturizers that prevent the skin from drying out.
Regular use of aloe vera can help to achieve well-toned and vibrant facial skin. Pluck one fresh aloe vera stem from the garden and apply its gel around your eyes before going to bed. Leave it on until the following morning. If applied on a daily basis, you will notice your crow’s feet becoming less noticeable while your skin becomes well-hydrated and firmer.
Green Tea
Cold green tea can be used as a facial wash. You may also dip some cotton balls into the cup of cold green tea and then leave these cotton balls on the top of your eyes and on your crow’s feet. The epigallocatechin in the green tea works both when applied topically or when having it in a drink.
Green tea contains catechin that helps prevent the appearance of more crow’s feet. You can also squeeze a lemon into the tea before using it as a facial wash for improved effect. This will work to contract the loose skin and keep it feeling firmer.
