Wrinkles are the bane of many people’s existence, and they don’t seem to have any rhyme or reason. They pop up on cheeks, foreheads, and necks seemingly at random. We’ve all been told to drink plenty of water to help fix them, but is there more to it than that?
Wrinkles are a fact of life, but that doesn’t mean you have to like them. Everyone wants to look young, fresh, and wrinkle-free. It’s normal, then, that when you notice those telltale lines and creases in your face appearing earlier than you’d like, you’ll want to take action to prevent them from worsening.
While there’s no substitute for effective cosmetic procedures like Botox injections or facelifts, there are several home remedies for wrinkles that can help erase years from your face—and keep them from returning. Let us explore them now.
Aloe Vera
Home remedies for wrinkles can be as effective as anything at a store. Aloe vera, for example, is naturally soothing and moisturizing, which makes it a great ingredient in homemade skin care products. If you have access to fresh aloe, use the gel directly on a wrinkle or two before bed (you can put it on your face or neck, wherever you have lines). The aloe will help relax the muscles around the area and may even boost circulation and blood flow to improve the look of your skin. Don’t worry about leaving the gel on too long—it’s safe for all skin types and won’t irritate.
If you don’t have fresh aloe handy (or are just looking for something a little more convenient), you can buy 100% pure aloe vera gel at most grocery or drug stores. If you don’t want to spend money on an entire bottle of this particular ingredient, look for other wrinkle-fighting ingredients like vitamin E, cucumber extract, green tea extract, and hyaluronic acid. These are also widely available in drugstores and grocery stores and are often used in beauty products that treat wrinkles.
