Natural Remedies

For centuries people have looked for the fountain of youth in a pill or ointment. Yet wrinkles, crow's feet and frown lines still develop around the forehead, mouth, nose and eyes from time's relentless pull.

As people age, their skin produces less oil it needs to rejuvenate itself. Thus the epidermal (or outer) layer begins to dry up. Retinol and Collagen levels continue to diminish, while continuing to aid in the upkeep of the skin at smaller doses. Once that oil that keeps the skin smooth and elastic depletes itself, certain areas of the skin sag, creating a pocket -- and a wrinkled appearance begins. Genetics, smoking and sun exposure increase the risks of wrinkles all over the body.

Herbal and Holistic Remedies

Many natural or home remedies offer short-term relief to the customer, and can be very expensive. Most creams work sporadically on the surface of the skin, with little lasting effect. This is definitely an area where "Buyer Beware" should be your mantra.

That said, there are products worth checking out. One of the more popular products, Retin-A (Retinoic Acid) creams, does aid in the restoration and replenishing of vital nutrients back into the skin.

Products such as Forever Young tablets contain Vitamins A & D, which are well known to firm the appearance of the skin and leave the skin looking clean and fresh. These products contain an allergy-free shellfish compound to restore collagen. Ultimately this product enhances elasticity and adds vibrance to the wrinkled area. The recommended dosage is 1 tablet twice a day.

Some holistic methods of reducing wrinkles use the base of a pineapple. By rubbing the base of the pineapple over the face for 10 ­ 15 minutes can greatly reduce wrinkles. You can also use Pineapple juice as well to not only aid in wrinkle removal but also heal cracked skin.

Herbs and extracts, which can also be found in most Phytozyme products, use natural synergy to create the complex nutrients necessary to restore younger healthier looking skin while remove wrinkles.

Some techniques involve drinking tea as a way to reduce wrinkles. This is not the typical run of the mill tea bag you can buy at the store, but a special blend of herbs that help restore collagen levels. These teas can be purchased online or at a health and wellness center.

The Vitamin Approach

Besides herbal remedies, there are ointments that can greatly reduce unsightly lines and wrinkles. Products that are rich in Alpha-hydroxy Acids, Beta-hydroxy Acid, Hydroquinone, Kojic Acid, Retinol, L-Ascorbic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Copper Peptide, Alpha-Lipoic Acid and DMAE (Dimethylaminoethanol) can make skin healthier, stronger and slow down the effects of aging.

You should choose an ointment based on comfort and how it fits into your lifestyle. Certain ointments sting when applied around the eyes. Testing before you purchase can reduce discomfort later on. Some ointments do not blend with makeup. So speak with the provider for details on which one best suits your needs.

There are countless natural wrinkle remedies that you can employ, Try several and pick the one that you like best.