How to Use Avocados on Your Skin to Fight the Effects of Aging

Basically, avocados are a nutrition firework just waiting to explode! Not just healthy fats, but
also chlorophyll to reduce inflammation, water to hydrate, Vitamin E to promote softness and prevent wrinkles, and gentle fibers that can also help a natural mask made from avocados stick together. Avocados can be applied as a mask for your skin and you can either use them plain, or mix them with other healthy ingredients.

Here are three great mask ideas:

 1. Avocado Anti-Aging Mask

The oleic acid (a healthy fat) in avocados, helps reduce inflammation, lowering redness and also fighting wrinkles. Apply this avocado mask below to give avocados a shot.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe avocado (should be soft to the touch)
• 1 tsp. coconut oil

Cut open the avocado, remove the pit, and mix all together in a bowl. Apply for 30 minutes. It will soften the skin and doing this nightly may just help you wake up looking more youthful everyday, but don’t forget to take your makeup off with coconut oil first though!

 2. Anti-Acne Youthful Avocado Mask

Lemon juice is used here, which contains acids that actually reduce bacteria and lower inflammation. It also smells rather nice too! The avocado will help prevent dryness that can lead to acne and aging, while the oats will help soak up bacteria and also reduce inflammation.

Ingredients: 

• 1 ripe avocado
• juice from one lemon
• 1-2 tbsp. rolled oats

Cut open the avocado, remove the pit, and mix all together in a bowl. Apply for 30 minutes four times a week for best results.

 3. Indulgent Spa-Worthy Avocado Mask to Fight Aging

This mask is for those that want a spa-like treat. It features natural exfoliants that will remove dead skin cells, and contains natural sources of caffeine to perk up skin. The avocado keeps your skin soft and supple, while also adding moisture and nutrients.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 tsp. organic coffee grounds
• 1 tsp. cocoa grounds
• 1 tsp. avocado oil
• 1 tsp. coconut sugar

Cut open the avocado, remove the pit, and mix all together in a bowl (or you might want to blend this one since it contains a good bit of ingredients). Apply for 30 minutes a few days a week and remove with a cloth. (Be sure you get all those coffee grounds off or your friends might wonder why you smell like yummy chocolate and java all the time!)

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