Face lines, forehead wrinkles, and distress marks are conspicuous signs of aging. If you are not comfortable using chemical-infused formulas, you can look for organic products. An easier option is to look right in your pantry. Kitchen ingredients have been lifesavers for many problems. An added benefit is they also act as aging reversal agents. Listed below are a few kitchen essentials that can be used as anti-aging ingredients.

1. Tea
Tea helps slow down the signs of aging drastically. All types of tea contain antioxidant compounds and anti-inflammatory properties. Adding ginger to your tea brings all its goodness and anti-inflammatory properties to the skin too. Steps to be followed to use tea as an anti-aging ingredient:

• Brew plain tea without any milk
• Bring it to a boil and cool the liquid down
• Add additional extracts of necessary ingredients
• Dab on your face with a piece of cotton
• Leave the tea on the applied area for a few seconds before rinsing off

2. Carrot
Carrots are an effective kitchen staple to keep wrinkles away. The carotene in carrots helps to keep the skin glowing and young. The antioxidants packed in carrots boost collagen production in the skin. Increased collagen production is the main deterrent to wrinkles. In conclusion, the properties of carrots help revitalize the skin. Follow these steps to use a carrot as an anti-aging ingredient:

• Boil pieces of carrots and mash them well
• An optional step would be to add other anti-inflammatory ingredients such as turmeric
• Apply the paste on the face and leave it on for five minutes
• Rinse off with warm water

3. Banana
A banana pack works wonders to remove lines and wrinkles. Among other endless benefits offered by bananas, we miss out on their anti-aging properties. The banana lightens the undertone of the skin and revitalizes the glow of the face. It also adds softness to the skin and reduces the dryness of the skin. In addition, the banana’s anti-bacterial properties help treat acne and blemishes. Follow these steps to use banana as an anti-aging ingredient:

• Mash ripe bananas
• Add a spoon of oil to help improve the consistency of the mixture
• Apply it as a thick layer on the face

1. Wash the paste off after 10 minutes

4. Coconut milk
Coconut milk contains vitamins C, E, B3, B5, iron, and calcium. Coconut milk can be used as a powerful anti-aging ingredient. The milk helps tighten the pores on the skin and firm the skin walls. It allows the skin to re-energize and feel younger. Follow these steps to use coconut milk as an anti-aging ingredient:

• Break open a fresh coconut
• Remove the coconut kernel of the shell and grind it well in a mixer
• Add a good amount of water to make the consistency milky
• Apply the coconut milk onto the skin, rest for 20 minutes, and rinse with lukewarm water