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There's nothing like a homemade treatment to enhance your skin with natural ingredients. This anti-aging oil is a true elixir of youth, combining foods rich in vitamins and antioxidants to reduce wrinkles, deeply hydrate and revive the radiance of your complexion. Discover step by step how to make this preparation and get the most out of it for naturally radiant skin.
The key ingredients in this anti-aging recipe
Carrot: a concentrate of youth
Carrot is a real treasure for the skin. Start by peeling it, then grate it finely. This step releases its essential nutrients, including vitamin A, which stimulates cell regeneration and promotes a luminous complexion. Carrots are also full of antioxidants that protect the skin against the effects of stress and external aggressions.
Orange: essential oils to stimulate collagen
To maximize the benefits of orange, wash it thoroughly with baking soda to remove any impurities or wax residue. Then grate the zest finely. This zest is a gold mine for the skin: its essential oils stimulate collagen production, firm tissues and provide a natural glow. The antioxidant properties of orange also protect the skin against the harmful effects of the sun and pollution.
Bay leaves: soothing and regenerating
Add two bay leaves cut into small pieces to your preparation. These leaves, often overlooked in cosmetics, have anti-inflammatory properties that are ideal for calming skin irritations. They also participate in cell renewal, providing softer and revitalized skin.
Olive oil: the moisturizing ally
Olive oil, used as a base, provides intense hydration and acts as a powerful vehicle for nutrients. Its richness in antioxidants and essential fatty acids protects the skin while making it more supple and radiant.
Preparation steps
Preparation of ingredients
Finely grate the carrot and orange zest to release their vitamins and essential oils.
Cut the bay leaves into small pieces.
Gentle infusion in a bain-marie
In a clean, dry jar, mix the grated carrot, orange zest and bay leaves. Cover the ingredients completely with olive oil. Place the jar in a bain-marie: place a cloth at the bottom of the pan to avoid direct contact with the heat and fill with water halfway up the jar. Heat over low heat for 20 minutes. This gentle method allows the ingredients to gradually release their nutrients into the oil.
Filtering the oil
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