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The reason skin tends to sag as we get older has everything to do with the body’s natural loss in collagen and elasticity. The surface of our skin gets thinner with age and, when that happens, we lose elastin that is responsible for helping the skin sort of “spring back” to life and stay firm.
There are a few ways to improve elasticity or prevent its destruction and most involve lifestyle choices like not smoking or sunbathing. But these four natural and cheap products can help by providing powerful antioxidants that fight cell (and elastin)-destroying free radicals and help make skin firmer.
Black Currant Oil
A powerful antioxidant, black currant oil is rich in essentail fatty acids 3, 6, and 9 and can actually restore elasticity in skin tissue. Naturally antibacterial, the oil is helpful in treating skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema, as well. Use this oil as a serum or add a few drops to your moisturizer and let the healing begin.
Black Currant Oil ($16.95)
Cosmedica Skincare Hyaluronic Acid Serum
It's a legendary skincare ingredient with an impressive stat: hyaluronic acid can hold 1000 times its weight in water, which means it keeps skin softer for much longer when used in a moisturizer or serum like Cosmedica Skincare Hyaluronic Acid Serum. In addition to maintaining moisture in your skin, HA boosts elasticity and protects skin against free radical damage that breaks down elastin.
Cosmedica Skincare Hyaluronic Acid Serum ($14.25-38.75)
Age Advance Skincare 20% Vitamin C Ester Serum
Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that goes to battle against free radicals. Age Advance Skincare 20% Vitamin C Ester Serum is easily absorbed by the skin and improves tone and elasticity. Green tea leaf extract, peptides, and hyaluronic acid also contribute to a clearer, more radiant complexion.
Age Advance Skincare 20% Vitamin C Ester Serum ($49.99)
Age Renewal Vitamin E Creme
If your skin could wax poetic about its favorite vitamin, there's no doubt it would be vitamin E, which has so many amazing skin benefits it's difficult to know where to start. As an antioxidant, vitamin E eliminates free radicals that contribute to aging skin. It's also an excellent source of hydration that keeps skin supple and smooth. Age Renewal Vitamin E Creme contains a blend of vitamin E, botanical extracts, and soothing ingredients like avocado.
Age Renewal Vitamin E Creme ($28.59)
