Everybody wants to be able to hold on to their youthful looks for as long as possible. Don’t you want a wrinkle-free face looking back at you when you look in the mirror? You’re not alone! For centuries, people have been traversing far and wide to find potions that would hit pause on aging. However, the secret to timeless beauty has always been in front of them – in the ancient and holistic healing and healthcare system of naturopathy.

Do you spend thousands every month on anti-aging serums and moisturizers? Cosmetics can only do so much as hide the fine lines and wrinkles, but it underneath that heavy layer of makeup, the lines and wrinkles are ever present. Also, cosmetic products are made from a combination of chemicals that are quite harmful for long-term use. Not to mention, most cosmetic companies still experiment on animals!

So, what is the alternative? What can you do to look young and beautiful even in your late 30s and early 40s? Turn to the naturopathists! The secrets of beauty have been handed down to the naturopathy practitioners over the different eras and the treatments are specifically designed to bring out your inherent beauty. Naturopathy promises to make you glow with your inner radiance.

Want to know how? Read on

  • Healthy Eating: The key to looking fabulous lies in what you eat. After all, what you eat is what shows on your body. If you want a healthy and appealing smile, eat raisins. Raisins are not just great for your smile, but they’re good for your oral health as well. You can also make it a habit to drink green tea. Sardines and other fatty fish rich in omega-3 is another great addition to your diet, and this will make your skin healthy and supple. Do you complain a lot about puffy eyes? Placing slices of cucumber over your eyes can help and you can also eat them! Fresh fruits and vegetables are a welcome addition to the diet. To know exactly which food items will help you in your quest of looking beautiful, refer to a naturopathy practitioner. A customized diet chart is essential for the best results.
  • Exercise: Did you think exercise is only for staying fit and active? Think again! Regular exercising will give you glowing, healthy skin because working up a sweat is equivalent to getting a mini-facial. Moreover, as you exercise, the tiny arteries in your skin open up and allow more blood to reach your skin, which delivers nutrients essential for repairing the damages caused by the environment and sun. These nutrients also help to increase the collagen production of the skin and thereby, reduce wrinkles. So, exercise your way to a younger-looking you!
  • Yoga: Yogic asanas and breathing techniques helps in expunging all the harmful pollutants from your skin, as well as, your lungs. Yoga also helps in eliminating stress, which is known as one of the main reasons why people look much older than their age. There are some kriyas that are specifically for enhancing external beauty. You can visit a wellness and retreat centre near you to learn about all the different asanas that will make you look younger without having to use artificial products.
  • Mud therapy: There’s so much of dust and pollution that it clogs the pores of your skin. It makes you look tanned, encourages acne and such other skin problems. Instead of using chemical-laden facial packs, opt for mud therapy. Mud facials are completely natural and have zero side-effects. Mud will cleanse your skin, unblock your pores and give you a radiant, glowing appearance. All your fine lines and wrinkles will simply vanish!
  • Detox: Not just for weight loss, but detox is good for your overall health and fitness. It also helps in making your skin healthy. Detoxification is the process of getting rid of all the toxins from the body, which helps in making you appear younger.

If this piqued your interest and you want to know more about naturopathy treatments, pack your bags and head to your nearest naturopathy facility. These facilities are generally retreat centres and you will return home with not just younger-looking skin, but also a fitter and healthier body.