Before you reach for that bottle, consider these proven anti-aging and rejuvenating natural skin care moisturizer creams that you can easily source from your own kitchen.
- Grapeseed Oil
This hydrating oil can be made from pressing grape seeds, which are packed with lots of Vitamin C, a known antioxidant and skin lightening compound. It effectively eliminates wrinkles and fine lines, and is found to work well on thin skin like that of the eyes.
- Buttermilk
Buttermilk consists of lactic acids - natural exfoliants that help peel away dry, dead skin so healthier ones can be generated. Soak a gentle face cloth in cold buttermilk then let it sit on your skin for five minutes.If buttermilk is not available, you can substitute it with regular milk.
- Lemon Juice Cream
This skin care moisturizer cream can be made by mixing equal parts of lemon squeeze, rose water and glycerine. Dabbing on the mixture nightly helps maintain supple, smooth and fairer skin.
A word of caution though: Avoid application if you're going to be exposed to sunlight as it may lead to skin burning. Also, to maximize shelf life, place the solution in an air-tight container.
- Olive Oil
A highly versatile kitchen aid, olive oil has been used since ancient times to treat a variety of cardiovascular diseases as well as those of the skin. It is a rich source of antioxidants which help prevent free radicals from damaging the skin, especially after exposure to the sun's UVB rays. It also contains linoleic acid, which yields moisture to dry skin. It also possesses anti-inflammatory properties that can soothe minor burns and skin diseases like eczema, rosacea and dermatitis.
- Orange peel mask
To make a skin care cream from oranges, blend 1/8 cup of pure orange juice with one egg yolk, a tablespoon of honey and a small pack of gelatine. Application of the mixture for at least 20 minutes every day provides vitamin C and keeps your skin radiant and premature aging at bay.
- Honey
Sweeten the deal by creating a moisturizing solution made from mixing two tablespoons each of water and honey. Once the honey is dissolved, add in another six tablespoons of water, then apply onto the face for 10 minutes before rinsing with lukewarm water. Not only does it attract water toward the skin surface but also helps ward off bacteria and inflammation. Honey's healing and antiseptic properties make it an excellent natural remedy for wounds.
- Sunflower Oil
Less costly than olive oil, sunflower oil is an excellent moisturizer as it is easily absorbed through the skin. It is also frequently used for massages because of its less viscous texture and rejuvenating effects that leaves the skin fresh and plump.
- Avocados
Applying mashed avocado pulp for 10-15 minutes daily as a skin care moisturizer cream provides lots of essential fatty acids and vitamins A, D and E, which the skin loves. These compounds do not only moisturize the skin but also reduces fine lines.
So the next time you have a nasty skin dilemma, consider rummaging through your fridge first. Or if you're too busy to do create your own skin solution, choose an all-natural skin care cream like XtendLife's day and night creams and cleansing mask. They're made from active natural ingredients like shea butter, wakame and avocado oil, so you can be sure that while your skin is moisturized, it is also kept safe and protected.
