Shahnaz Husain Handpicks 4 Herbs That Boost Collagen And Are Your Skin’s BFFs

If maintaining youthful and plump skin is your skincare dream, then we have none other than beauty expert Shahnaz Husain to your rescue. The beauty and skincare industry stalwart spills the beans on four hand picked herbs that one must have up their sleeve if they dream of maintaining healthy and happy skin.

Every girl wants beautiful, flawless, smooth, and tight skin, and do you know what helps us get smooth and tight skin? Collagen is the right answer! 

In fact, collagen is the most important ingredient for healthy and youthful-looking skin. It plays a significant role as it is the most abundant protein in our body which helps the skin cells renew and repair themselves. As we age, the amount and quality of collagen fall. Wrinkles start appearing on the face and fine lines appear on the forehead, under the eyes, and on the cheeks. In simple terms, our skin loses its elasticity.

Every woman wants to feel young not from the inside but from the outside too. We want these signs of aging to be less visible, and for this various treatments are available. 

We bring you four of the choicest herbs that will help in providing an instant boost to  plumpness and glow to your skin. These herbs are packed with antioxidants and nutrients that can stimulate collagen production which leads to attaining the envy worthy youthful and radiant skin.

Ashwagandha

• It is a powerful herb that is packed with antibacterial, anti-fungal, and collagen-boosting properties. 

• It benefits the skin’s texture by providing deep nourishment. 
• It also protects the skin from dark spots and pigments.

DIY Ashwagandha Face Mask:

• Mix a half teaspoon of ashwagandha powder, 

• 1 teaspoon of raw milk, 
• A pinch of turmeric, 
• Make a consistent paste of the ingredients
• Now gently apply it to your face evenly and wait for 20 minutes. 
• Wash with lukewarm water and see the results in a few days.

Hibiscus

• Hibiscus contains acids, nutrients, and antioxidants that have an exfoliating effect on our skin. 

• Rich in Vitamin C, hibiscus promotes collagen production and helps combat oxidative stress. 
• It has anthocyanins that stimulate elastin production, helping the natural process of keeping your skin youthful looking.

DIY Hibiscus Face Mask:

• Blend 3-4 spoonfuls of hibiscus flower, 

• 1 teaspoon of aloe vera gel, 
• Half a banana into a smooth paste. 
• Apply it as a face pack and leave it for thirty minutes. Wash it with lukewarm water. 
• Try it twice a week and see the magic!

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Gotu Kola

Known for its rejuvenating properties, Gotu Kola has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. 

• This herb enhances collagen production by promoting fibro-blast activity, the cells responsible for collagen synthesis. 
• Including Gotu Kola in your diet or applying it topically can contribute to improved skin elasticity. It’s a powerful skin-calming agent and potent antioxidant.

DIY Gotu Kola Face Mask:

• Take 1 tablespoon of gotu kola powder,

• 2-3 drops of rosehip seed oil, 
• 1/2 tablespoon of honey, 
• 1/2 teaspoon of triphala powder, 
• 1 tablespoon of rose water. 
• Mix all the ingredients well, and make a smooth paste.
• Apply it to your face and neck and leave it for 25-30 minutes. Wash the paste with water.

Aloe Vera

There can be no better and more effective method to solve a bunch of skin related herbs than using aloe vera which basically acts as a magical herb.
It is often used to treat sunburn and ease a rash, and it can help you with attaining glowing and youthful skin too. 
It hydrates and deeply nourishes the skin. It contains compounds that stimulate collagen production while soothing and moisturizing the skin. 
Applying aloe vera gel directly to the skin or incorporating it into your skincare routine can promote collagen synthesis and help maintain a youthful complexion.

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All these herbs show us that achieving the desirable youthful plump skin with an instant collagen boost doesn't always require expensive treatments. In fact, nature has provided us with a bounty of herbs that can stimulate collagen production and promote overall skin health.