Hi there viewers! Does your skin look young?
Do the hands tell a different story? Lines on your palms are said to mean a lot of things,
from being fortunate to having a long life. But when the flip side of your
hand develops lines and wrinkles it only adds years to your actual age.
If you love DIY, today's video is going to be all
about effective and simple home remedies for wrinkle-free hands.
Should milk be used? What about fruit pulp? We're discussing all that and more.
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Let's begin with a Korean classic, rice paste.
Rice water has amazing anti-aging properties. That is why it's a star
ingredient in many cosmetics. But you don't need to splurge on those
products when you can make an original preservative-free rice paste at home.
All you need to do is grind uncooked rice and mix it with rose water. Make sure there are no
clumps. You can add a few drops of milk also. Apply the paste to your hands and
allow it to dry. Use it two to three times a week for one month to get wrinkle-free hands.
It also works as a brightening paste and helps you to get rid of hyperpigmentation.
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Pamper your hands with sugar and lemon.
This wash-off scrub is the perfect exfoliator. Physical exfoliation is
recommended by skin doctors as an anti-aging strategy.To
make the scrub you will require the juice of half a lemon and 3-4 tablespoons of sugar.
It might start smelling like lemonade but resist the urge to eat it.
Gently apply it over your hands and massage in a sweeping motion. Rinse off after 10 minutes.
If you are a first-time user remember to be gentle as the sugar particles may prick your
delicate skin. Sugar scrubs off the dead cells, and lemon juice lightens patchy
skin. Remember to use a moisturizing lotion later, to lock in the moisture.
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Next use aloe vera.
Fresh aloe vera has been gaining a lot of traction in recent years.
It just works better than the packaged variety. Making an aloe vera hand mask is super simple.
All you need to do is scoop fresh aloe vera gel from a leaf and apply it directly to your hands.
It works especially well for dry and sensitive skin. Aloe vera can boost cell reproduction,
reduce redness and fight inflammation. All thanks to the polysaccharides in it. It also reduces
eczema and skin burns. Malic acid from aloe vera has also been studied to improve skin elasticity.
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Get baby soft hands with a carrot-potato mask.
This orange coloured mask is an intensive treatment for tired hands. Boil carrots and
potatoes and blend them in a smooth paste. You can add a pinch of turmeric and some water for
a smoother consistency. Apply it over your hands for 20 minutes and then rinse with warm water.
Carrots are a great source of vitamin A and help in boosting the collagen production of skin cells.
Collagen is a protein that makes your skin tight and prevents wrinkles
giving a youthful appearance. Potato is also an excellent
anti-aging ingredient that fades away wrinkles and evens out your skin tone.
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Moving along, use watermelon rind.
This is a little weird but give it a try as it works wonders. Fresh watermelon is one of
the best-tasting summer delights. Using the rind is a unique way to minimize food waste
and go all natural. Watermelon-flavored creams and skin care products will have less to offer
than fresh watermelon. Pulp the rind and apply the paste to make your skin soft and supple.
The rind is hydrating and gives your skin a blast of vitamin A for building collagen.
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Have you tried using coconut oil?
This is an extremely healthy beauty product that has been used for cooking, cleaning,
moisturizing, removing makeup, and making your nails and hair healthy.
Melt a dab of organic coconut oil onto your fingers and apply it to your hands.
The moisturizing property of this oil penetrates the minerals in deeper layers of the skin. This
helps to get rid of wrinkles. Using harsh soaps can strip your hands of their natural oil making
them dry and wrinkly. Coconut oil can restore skin health and help your hands look younger.
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Another firming hand mask is the tomato-oat mask.
This is super quick and easy. Grind half a cup of oats coarsely and mix
them with one-fourth cup of tomato juice. Apply the mixture to your hands and give
them a good scrub. Let it rest for 10 minutes and wash off with cold water.
Oats help in the exfoliation and tomatoes can give you smooth skin as they are rich in
antioxidants. Lycopene from the tomatoes also helps you to get rid of wrinkles.
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Using banana paste can be a game-changer.
Stepping out in the sun without a proper sunscreen even on your
hands can cause wrinkles. But this is not the only cause of premature aging on your hands.
Using hot air dryers instead of napkins can be equally dangerous.
The skin on your hands is very porous. This helps the minerals and nutrients
absorb into the deepest part and nourish it. Bananas are a powerhouse of potassium,
magnesium, B vitamins, iron, zinc, vitamin B, and C. This can be the complete package
for your skin. Just mash an overripe banana and let it sit on your hands
for 30 minutes. This will fade wrinkles and make your hands feel feather-soft.
(pause) Want to try another fruit? How about pineapple?
We are just making this a total fruity affair! Did you know poor dietary habits could cause wrinkles
on your hands? Processed foods that lack real nutrients are the culprit. Eating foods rich in
antioxidants can help a lot. Pineapple contains many antioxidants, minerals and vitamins to
enhance your skin health from within. But you should try it as an external application also.
Pulp a chunk of pineapple, apply it to your hands and wait 15 to 20 minutes. Wash off with
cold water and pat your hands dry. This natural exfoliator can remove dead cells and bacteria
stuck on your skin. It’s a natural purifier and promotes skin lightening too. Pineapple juice will
stimulate your skin to produce more collagen and improve its elasticity in the long run.
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Do you have olive oil sitting in your pantry?
Don't use it just for cooking. Your hands can also benefit from this amazing oil.
This has been an age-old remedy for fighting wrinkles. Olive oil is enriched with vitamin
E and has a perfect balance of fatty acids beneficial for your skin. It is easily absorbed
by your skin and leaves a radiant glow. We bet no moisturizer can come near this powerful hydrator.
Studies have shown having enough olive oil in a diet can prevent
photoaging. Massage your hands for 5 to 10 minutes with extra virgin olive oil
before bedtime. You can use hand gloves to ensure maximum absorption. Remember to get
a good night's rest as sleeping for adequate hours can give you freedom from wrinkles too.
Cucumbers take care of your skin in their own way.
They are simply the best when it comes to beautiful glowing skin.
Cucumbers help to slow down the breakdown of elastin, a protein that keeps your skin plump
and bouncy. It helps to tighten the skin, promotes hydration, and accelerates collagen production.
Make it a point to have it in your diet as well as in age-defying hand masks.
Just juice cucumber and massage your hands for 5 minutes with the pulp.
Rinse it off after 15 minutes to enjoy younger-looking skin.
Alternatively, you could also dip a slice in honey and rub it over your hands.
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Honey alone can also help.
If the chemical-laden products are giving you results but also side effects then you
need to stop using them. Try the ultimate all-natural skin enhancer. Its moisturizing
properties can keep your skin hydrated soft and smooth.
Give your hands a spa-like treatment by dabbing honey on them. Rinse off in about
10 minutes with lukewarm water and experience the magic. It is effective from the first use.
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favorite of the skincare community is milk.
Your skin deserves only the best. This is one superb ingredient that can make your
skin look naturally young. After using any of the exfoliating masks you can use milk to moisturize.
Dunk your hands in a bowl of cold milk. You can also dab cold milk with cotton balls on
your hands. It thoroughly conditions your skin and makes up for the loss of moisture.
Milk has proteins, essential fatty acids, B vitamins, and antioxidants that are essential for
your skin's day-to-day functioning. It also aids your skin's renewal process and stops sagging.
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Lastly, give glycerine a shot.
This is a sure-fire way to introduce a youthful radiance to your hands.
Glycerine has been known to keep skin moisturized and crack-free. It also is
a powerful anti-aging ingredient found in soaps. You will be able to find a bottle
of glycerine at your supermarket in the beauty aisle or at your local pharmacy.
Mix 2 tablespoons of glycerine with four tablespoons of rose water and one tablespoon
of lemon juice. Refrigerate the mixture. Apply it to your hands and let it dry. Let your skin
soak the goodness of all the ingredients and wash the mask off after 20 minutes.
But a word of caution, never use glycerine directly on your skin.
It works best when diluted with water or rose water. It's a humectant that
moisturizes your skin and should not be left in for more than 30 minutes.
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Which DIY hand mask is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below.