My 10p hack will reduce fine lines & wrinkles – it’s natural & you’ll probably already have it in your kitchen cupboard
A BEAUTY fan has revealed her 10p anti-ageing hack that will reduce fine lines and wrinkles – and you’ll probably already have it in your kitchen cupboard.
Byza Reefa, who specialises in skincare and wellness, explained that her supernatural treatment could even replace “expensive facial treatments like laser and micro-needling.”
She revealed that using raw potato on the skin will help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
Taking to her TikTok page ‘byzareefa,’ she shared a video showing her 299,000 followers exactly how to use it.
She says: “With just this raw potato, you’re able to fade hyper-pigmentation, smooth texture, and brighten your skin.
“Now what so many people don’t realise is the ingredients you have at home can be so transformative to your skin.
“Potatoes are so rich in vitamin C and zinc, which is going to improve skin elasticity and firmness.
“It’s also so high in potassium. It’s going to keep your skin so hydrated.
“Rich in antioxidants, so it’s going to fight free radicals, which means less fine lines and wrinkles.
“But the part that I love the most is that it has natural bleaching properties.
“So what that means is wherever you have hyperpigmentation or dark spots or dark areas, it’s going to fade, lighten, brighten, and tighten those areas.
“And if you have active breakouts, this is perfect for drying them out.
“An ancient Korean beauty hack that has been used for centuries is applying potato under your eyes for not only dark spots but reducing the puffiness under your eyes.
“Now I don’t know about you, but if something was used for thousands of years, the cost of it is a potato, sign me up.”
Why is fermented rice water an anti-ageing powerhouse?
Fermented rice water has gained popularity in skincare for its cheap - but wildly effective - benefits.
- It is is packed with vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants – including vitamins B, C, and E – which help promote a healthy, radiant complexion
- The fermentation process produces enzymes that enhance rice water’s ability to lighten dark spots and banish hyperpigmentation
- The cooling and anti-inflammatory properties of fermented rice water can help calm irritated or sensitive skin, which is particularly beneficial for conditions like eczema, acne, and sunburn
- Regular use of fermented rice water can lead to smoother, softer skin by promoting gentle exfoliation. The natural acids formed during fermentation help to remove dead skin cells, revealing a fresher layer of skin
- It is also known to promote cell regeneration, which can help heal scars and improve the overall appearance of the skin
She then leaves two slices of potato underneath her eye to rest for 10 minutes, before washing her face off with warm water.
Potato peels are great for anti-ageing because they’re packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that help nourish your skin and fight off damage from oxidative stress.
In fact, a study in the Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin found that potato peel extract can boost collagen production in the skin, which is key for keeping it firm and reducing wrinkles.
Her video gained lots of attention, with many people rushing to the comments section to share their thoughts.
One asked: “Red potatoes?”
To which Byza replied by writing: “Any potatoes except sweet potatoes and make sure they’re organic.”
A second said: “I knew they were good for breakouts but didn’t know the rest! Thank you.”
Whilst a third added: “Thank you so much. You have such pretty glass skin. I’m going to try this.”
The importance of sun cream in your skincare routine
Dermatologist and skincare enthusiast Andrea Suarez - known as Dr Dray - revealed why you should wear suncream.
The one thing you can do that will make the biggest difference – and this matters for all ages – is protecting your skin from the sun, Andrea stressed.
“The vast majority of external aging is due to exposure to ultraviolet radiation,” she continued, not because you’re “not using some jazzy serum or layering 90 different things on your face everyday”.
“If you’re not doing in your 20s, get on that now.”
But she said the use of sun cream alone doesn’t go far enough. Andrea urged that you also wear sun-protective clothing like broad-brimmed hats and long sleeves, on top of not staying out too long in the sun.
Doing this over your lifetime – and all year, not just during the summer or on sunny days – “will reduce the visible signs of photoageing”, Andrea said.
Those are wrinkles, muddled pigmentation and sagging skin.