Must-Try Homemade Face Packs For Wrinkles

By Bhumika Chitkara

As we hit our mid-twenties, we all get extra conscious about our skin and the signs of ageing it may start showing, like wrinkles, fine lines and sagging skin. Well, it is like a nightmare coming true. Of course, who wants the signs of ageing to start showing on the skin? This point is when we start looking for anti-ageing products in the market. Some of these products may work for you, and some may just be marketing gimmicks. What if we tell you that you can achieve wrinkle-free skin without having to use a lot of chemicals and products? Yes, you heard us right! Homemade face packs for wrinkles and fine lines can help you with your skin goals! These facial packs are free of chemicals, and get ready with simple ingredients available in your kitchen! So, without any further ado, let’s dive right in!

Egg and Aloe Vera Face Pack: 

Ingredients:

• Egg white of 1 egg
• One tablespoon of aloe vera gel

Procedure:

• Crack an egg and separate the egg yolk from the egg white.
• Add the egg white and a tablespoon of aloe vera gel to a bowl.
• Mix well.
• Apply the face pack on your face and neck.
• Let the mask dry for 15 minutes and wash it off with lukewarm water.
• Pat dry with a soft towel,

Benefits of Egg-Aloe Face mask:

This powerful combination of egg and aloe is perfect for fighting wrinkles and fine lines. Eggs are a powerhouse of healthy fats, collagen and protein, which can improve your skin’s elasticity and firmness. They can prevent wrinkles and fine lines and help with large open pores. On the other hand, Aloe vera too has collagen, which can boost hydration and prevent fine lines and wrinkles. It can help tighten the skin, making it firm and improving its elasticity.

Papaya-Cucumber Face Pack:

Ingredients

• ¼ cup ripe papaya
• ¼ cucumber
• 2-3 drops of rose water (optional)

Procedure:

• Add the peeled cucumber and papaya to a blender jar and blend until smooth.
• Transfer it to a bowl and add a few drops of rose water.
• Apply this mixture to your face and keep it for 15-20 minutes.
• Wash it off with lukewarm water and pat dry.

Benefits of Papaya-Cumber face pack:

This pack is the perfect homemade face pack for wrinkles and ageing skin. Papaya is a great ingredient for fighting the signs of ageing on the skin, pigmentation and improving skin’s elasticity and radiance. This fruit is full of antioxidants and vitamins, which can improve your skin's elasticity and firmness. It is also rich in collagen, which is known for reducing wrinkles and fine lines. Cucumber is also full of antioxidants, vitamin C and folic acid, which helps to give youthful skin. 

Banana-Yoghurt Face Pack: 

Ingredients:

• ½ ripe banana
• 2-3 tablespoons of yoghurt
• A pinch of turmeric powder

Procedure:

• Mash the banana or blend it in a blender.
• Transfer it to a bowl and add 2-3 tablespoons of yoghurt and a pinch of turmeric powder. 
• Mix all the ingredients well.
• Apply a layer of this pack on your face and neck.
• Wash it off with lukewarm water after 20 minutes.
• Pat dry.

Benefits of Banana-Yoghurt face pack:

This facial pack for wrinkles has two powerful ingredients that help people with wrinkles and fine lines. Banana is rich in potassium,  vitamins like B, A, C, and E and zinc. It can help in evening out skin tone and provide hydration. It also helps fight wrinkles and fine lines, leaving the skin tight and firm. Bananas can work wonders on inflamed and irritated skin. Yoghurt can also help reduce signs of ageing on the skin and keep it nourished and hydrated. Turmeric powder can help in fighting pigmentation and dark spots.

Avocado-Oatmeal Face Pack: 

Ingredients:

• ½ ripe avocado
• Four tablespoons of rolled oats
• One tablespoon of honey

Procedure:

• Mash the avocado in a bowl.
• Blend the rolled oats in a blender and add them to the mashed avocado.
• Add one tablespoon of honey and give it a good mix.
• Apply an even layer of this face pack on your face and neck.
• Wash it off after 15 minutes and pat dry.

Benefits of Avocado-Oatmeal Face Pack:

Avocados are jam-packed with healthy fats and vitamins like E and A. They can help to soothe inflamed, red and irritated skin. It can also help with skin conditions such as eczema and dryness. As avocados are a rich source of healthy fats, they can improve skin elasticity and reduce fine lines and wrinkles. Oats, on the other hand, gently exfoliate the skin and remove dead cells. They can also moisturise your skin and improve skin complexion. Honey, again is a wonderful agent to provide hydration and soothe skin.

Besan-Tomato Face Pack:

Ingredients:

• Two tablespoons of besan (gram flour)
• One tomato
• ½ tablespoon of honey

Procedure:

• In a blender, add a ripe tomato and blend it until smooth.
• Transfer it to a bowl and add two tablespoons of besan and ½ tablespoon of honey.
• Mix it well and apply it to your face and neck.
• Keep it on for 20 minutes and wash it off.
• Pat dry with a soft towel.

Benefits of Besan Tomato Face Pack:

Besan is one magical ingredient that helps with many skin concerns, one of them being wrinkles and fine lines. It is rich in zinc which helps in the growth of new skin cells and hydration. Besan can also prevent water loss from the skin while gently exfoliating the outer layer. It is also a wonderful skin-tightening agent. Tomatoes help in lightening and brightening the skin while controlling excess sebum production. It also helps with irritated skin and tightens the pores.