How to tighten face skin

Yoghurt is one of the most easily available remedies for lose and sagging skin. Extensive studies have been done on the skin healing benefits of fermented milk products. A review article published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine suggested that both oral and topical application of yoghurt has significant skin healing benefits. However, the study was inconclusive and evidence to find the mode of action and efficiency of these products is yet to be completed.

In a recent study, yoghurt consumption is reported to improve gut microflora which is known to have an additional benefit in reducing skin sagging and wrinkles.

In a clinical study, a face mask made from yoghurt and eastern prickly pear was found to improve skin elastin and reduce free radicals, leading to a rejuvenated skin. But, if you don’t have a prickly pear you can always add some honey to yoghurt and make your own face tightening mask at home.

Honey is nature’s gift to mankind. It has been used since ancient times for its varied skin benefits. It is well-demonstrated that honey can heal skin by remodelling collagen and promoting wound healing. This property may be helpful in lifting saggy skin. Additionally, it helps maintain the skin's pH and provides a soothing glow to the skin. What better than a natural product with such a beneficial action?

Honey face mask can easily be made by adding honey and mixing with a few drops of lemon. This gives an antioxidant boost to the skin thereby reducing wrinkles and fine lines.

Apples have several qualities that aid in skin tightening. First, they contain a good amount of vitamin C, which is known to play a crucial role in the biosynthesis of collagen. Second, they supply several nutrients to your skin which prevents skin ageing and wrinkles. And finally, they contain several antioxidants which scavenge free radicals and reduce skin damage. A study done on apple-based cream demonstrated a significant reduction in oxidative stress.

You can easily make a face tightening mask by blending a few slices of apples (with skin) with some honey and yoghurt.

Tomatoes are your best bet against sun-induced skin damage. They contain an antioxidant pigment called lycopene, which has been suggested to reverse the damage to the skin matrix caused by UV radiations. 

A clinical study done on 20 healthy women noted significant improvement in photodamage (damage due to sun rays) to the skin upon regular application of tomato paste in olive oil. This is such an easy skin tightening pack to make at home, isn’t it?

Eggs have several essential amino acids which are needed for collagen synthesis and maintenance. Also, they are rich in vitamin E, which is an excellent antioxidant and can thus reduce skin sagging due to oxidative stress. 

A pilot study demonstrated a significant reduction in wrinkle depth on topical application of eggshell membrane. Though it is a commercial product available for facial skin tightening and cannot be made at home, an egg mask can be utilised. 

It is made by whipping an egg and adding some honey, lemon juice and an essential oil of your choice to mask the smell and enhance its skin tightening benefits.

Avocados are the sweethearts of the skin tightening creams due to their rich Vitamin E content. Additionally, they contain a fairly good amount of vitamin C. Together, these vitamins not only improve skin matrix and reduce wrinkles but also promote a younger and brighter looking skin.

Blend an avocado with some olive oil and yoghurt to make the perfect tightening mask for your face.

Banana is probably one of the best-known anti-ageing and skin tightening fruits. It is traditionally used for skin healing and is considered an excellent remedy for inflammation. Also, it moisturizes your skin and provides vitamins, which are essential for maintaining skin elasticity.

Banana peel has further been found to possess potent antioxidant properties. According to a study, unripe banana peel has stronger antioxidant potential than ripe peels. So next time you go shopping for bananas, pick up a few unripe ones and mash to apply them to your face.

Oils provide moisture and lipids to the skin which are important for maintaining skin barrier function and flexibility. Coconut oil and palm oil contain essential fatty acids which are needed for maintaining a soft and supple skin. Additionally, coconut oil and jojoba oil have been found to aid in collagen synthesis while argan oil has been found to improve skin elasticity. The former is also reported to have some antioxidant properties which protect the skin from harmful free radicals and alleviate premature fine lines and wrinkles.

Apart from their own healing properties, most of these oils can be used as a carrier for essential oils, As carrier oils, these improve skin permeability and make sure that the bioactive components from essential oil permeate to the inner layers of your skin.

According to a study published in Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, the order of permeability of various oil is Olive oil > Grapeseed oil > Coconut oil > Avocado oil.

You can add a few drops of essential oil like frankincense, rosemary or lavender to break free of scars, wrinkles and stretch marks. But. make sure that you buy essential oils from trusted brands and ask for a lab testing certificate confirming its quality.

Fuller’s earth or Multani mitti, is an excellent home remedy for getting rid of age lines and wrinkles. It closes open pores and tightens your skin along with improving blood circulation. Together, all of the properties not only help in providing a smooth skin texture but also provide a soft radiant glow to your skin. Furthermore, fuller’s earth contains a mineral called selenium. Selenium has antioxidant properties which make multani mitti as the perfect base for any of your skin tightening face masks.

You can either add a few drops of lemon, honey and yoghurt or go for an essential oil, fruit peels face mask with multani mitti. What’s more, nobody would be able to notice the individual ingredients in your mask and your skin tightening secret would be safe with you.