Six Skin Tightening Remedies

We all have those days where we skip to our schedule in visiting our trusted medical friends in keeping our skin healthy, but did you know that there are also few things you can use that can be found in the comfort of your own home.

Here are six super easy skin tightening that can be found either your cupboard, fridge or pantry.
1. Coconut Oil

Derived from the flesh (white part) of the fruit. It is a staple in many kitchens that can also be used to tighten the skin. Considered a powerful antioxidant that works to eliminate free radicals that cause damages to the skin. It hydrates and moisturizes the skin, hence prevents sagging. You can use a teaspoonful and massage it into the skin in an upwards motion, this treatment is good before bedtime. You can also leave it overnight for more boost of healing.

2. Olive Oil

Used for ages even before hydrating creams and moisturizing lotions existed. In ancient times, olive oil is used as a cleaner, moisturizer and an antibacterial agent to give their skin a radiant glow and protect them from the sun. It contains high and powerful antioxidant, a healthy dose of vitamin E not just to tighten the skin but also protect from sun damage. After your evening shower, massage olive oil into your face and neck. Olive oil can be your substitute to your body lotion too.

3. Epsom Salt Soak

Technically, magnesium sulfate. It has been long used to reduce swelling in the feet and ankles, but little people know that it can also be applied to other parts of the body. Epsom salts pull off excess water from your body and improve circulation which, in turn, tightens your skin and prevent it from sagging.

4. Yogurt

Yogurt not just bring good benefits when eaten but you can also apply it on your skin for more smoother and tighten wrinkled areas. Just like most milk products, it contains lactic acid. When applied to your skin, lactic acid shrinks pores. To create a skin tightening yogurt mask, mix 2 drops of lime juice into 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt. Leave it on for 10 minutes. Massage it for another 5 and rinse with warm water. This can be done twice a week.

5. Honey

Providing many important natural benefits to your skin. It has a marvelous job in keeping the skin hydrated, fighting free radicals with antioxidants, keeping your skin clean with antifungal and antibacterial properties and reducing redness with anti-inflammatory properties. All these benefits. All these can help prevent sagging and get you the smooth and lifted skin.

6. Fruits (Lemon, Papaya, Banana and Cucumber)

Fruits generally are generally rich in antioxidants which are good in fighting free radicals that cause the skin to age. These are 4 fruits that have great benefits in keeping your skin tight.
Lemon is high in vitamin C that helps boost collagen production and helps restore elasticity to your skin. It even has astringent properties that work as wrinkle fighting and skin tightening remedy.
Papaya contains enzymes called papain. Papain acts as a natural skin tightening treatment that makes the skin smoother and suppler. Papaya is also rich in vitamin A and antioxidants.
Banana is a beauty powerhouse. It is packed with iron, zinc, magnesium and vitamins A, B, C and D. These bring moisture and make skin suppler.
Cucumber is considered as one of the best natural skin toners. It tightens loose and saggy skin with any side effects or allergic reactions. It rejuvenates and refreshes tired skin to give the boost it needs.

You see, it’s not very hard to keep your skin supple. These home remedies bring aid along with medical treatments that are recommended by your dermatologists. Shinagawa offers a wide array of treatments in keeping your skin tight. Share us your own home remedy that completes your skin regimen.

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