Brilio.net - The aging process basically refers to the decline in aspects of bodily organ function experienced by a person in supporting bodily activities. In the skin itself, as the body's largest organ, aging involves the loss of elasticity and suppleness of the skin, causing it to sag. Over time, this sagging skin will also trigger the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
Why does skin become saggy when aging? It is linked to the production of collagen and elastin, two important types of proteins that maintain skin elasticity and firmness. As we age, collagen and elastin production in the skin decreases, causing a loss of natural firmness and moisture. As a result, the facial skin structure weakens and gives rise to the wrinkle effect mentioned previously.
Although aging generally occurs when a person reaches the age of 40, the signs can appear more quickly if a person experiences premature aging. This condition is usually influenced by sun exposure, air pollution, and unhealthy lifestyles such as smoking, which both damage the skin. In fact, stress habits and lack of sleep can have a negative impact on skin health, thereby speeding up the aging process.
Based on this, it is important for you to take preventive measures to slow down the signs of aging. Apart from using skincare that contains retinol, you can also use natural ingredients which are of course easier to obtain at an affordable price. One of them is using a mixture of cucumber and aloe vera, as reported by briliobeauty.net from @linds_odonnell on Instagram on Wednesday (31/1).
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Summarized from the Geneva Naturals page, cucumber actually has a high water content, so it is an effective ingredient that deeply hydrates the skin and helps stimulate collagen formation. Apart from that, cucumber also contains antioxidant compounds such as vitamin C which helps stimulate the process of growing new skin cells. The astringent qualities of cucumber also help soothe and tighten the appearance of loose, wrinkled skin.
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Aloe vera gel itself has long been known to be rich in many beneficial compounds, including vitamins (A, C, and E), minerals, enzymes, amino acids, and polysaccharides. Through it, aloe vera can deeply hydrate the skin and stimulate collagen production in the skin. Apart from that, the high water content in aloe vera also helps provide hydration to the skin, making it feel fresher and supple.
Tools and materials:
1. 2 Tablespoons of aloe vera gel
2. 1 fresh cucumber
3. Blender
4. Ice mold
Working steps:
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1. Cut 1 fresh cucumber into several small pieces, then put it in a blender.
2. Add a little aloe vera gel to the blender, then blend until evenly mixed.
3. After that, put this mixture into an ice mold and freeze it in the refrigerator.
4. When it is frozen, take 1 block of ice and apply it to your face while massaging gently.
5. Do this until the ice melts, then let it sit for a maximum of 20 minutes after that.
6. If it is sufficient, rinse with water until it is clean of residue.
7. Use regularly every day in the morning or evening to get the best results.
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