- Bananas are rich in skin-enhancing vitamins A, B, C and E. It has properties that exfoliate and tighten the skin for a younger look. The banana peel contains lutein on its inside, which has healing properties, keeps the skin revitalized and improves complexion. Mix bananas with sugar to create a paste for a body scrub or with milk for a facial mask. A mixture of banana, yogurt and honey slows the formation of wrinkles. Combine bananas with either avocado, oatmeal or use them alone for a glowing and bright skin.
- Honey contains enzymes and anti oxidants which act as mild antiseptics. Honey attracts and retains skin moisture, keeping the skin smooth and revitalized. These properties make it a popular ingredient in anti aging products. Apply it on your face mixed with milk as a mask, leave it for 15 minutes and rinse off with cold water. You can also mix it with one egg yolk and glycerin or vegetable oils as a mask, leave it for a minimum of 30 minutes and rinse off with warm water.
- Apple polyphenols slow the aging process and reverse its effects. By consuming apples, you protect body organs from oxidative stress, a contributing factor to aging. The Swiss apple rejuvenates sagging skin while it protects the skin from wrinkles as the apple's cells boost production of human skin stem cells. Boil the apple without the skin and mix with honey and olive oil; apply as a mask to reduce appearance of wrinkles. Add the apple to your daily diet.
- Berries are beneficial in rejuvenation of brain and skin cells. Berries have antioxidants, which clear the body of radicals that cause aging. Consuming the berries releases antioxidants, preventing aging from within. Vary the berries as per the season or to your liking. Mash up strawberries and apply the pulp to your face twice a week for a glowing, youthful skin. Use berries in salads, with cereals for breakfast and with bananas as anti-aging products.
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