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The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Health
- The Irish Sun
I'm 37 but get mistaken for being 19 after using 69p frozen item every day & it gets rid of dark eye circles too
help curb the appearance of dark circles The hack will also ' help curb the appearance of dark circles ' YOU GLOW GIRL I'm 37 but get mistaken for being 19 after using 69p frozen item every day & it gets rid of dark eye circles too WHEN it comes to maintaining a youthful complexion, many typically think of pricey Botox treatments. But according to one thrifty beauty buff, the answer can be found in your fridge - and it's a fan favourite in salads. 2 To kickstart her morning skincare, Amal likes to use a frozen cucumber slashed in half that's been sitting in the freezer overnight Credit: tiktok/@amalkzad 2 help curb the appearance of dark circles, she said in a video Credit: tiktok/@amalkzad Amal K., from San Francisco, may be almost 40 - but at 37 she looks so radiant and wrinkle-free that many mistaken her for a teenager. The dark-haired beauty regularly shares her top tips for skincare, such as eating sardines - however, Amal recently stunned with an easy hack that costs less than £1. As well as eating a nutrient-dense diet, the TikToker likes to ensure her skincare routine is top tip - and there's one key step that might surprise you. To kickstart her morning skincare, Amal likes to use a frozen cucumber slashed in half that's been sitting in the freezer overnight. In the now-viral-video, the savvy beauty buff explained she used it as ''a natural Gua Sha''. This traditional Chinese medicine technique involves scraping the skin with a smooth-edged tool to relieve hypertension and improve circulation. The method has become a hit on social media ever since it took off - and even Kendal Jenner swears by this ancient technique. Meanwhile, using a frozen cucumber on your face can offer temporary de-puffing and soothing effects due to its cold temperature - ideal for that morning puffiness. ''I am 37 years old, and I have never had Botox or fillers. One thing I do daily is an ice facial - but today, we are going to use a frozen cucumber'' she said in another clip. ''Before you start, make sure your face is nice and clean. 4 ways to banish wrinkles WITHOUT Botox or fillers ''Cucumber contains vitamin K, so it is just going to help curb the appearance of dark circles, help the lymphatic around your eyes and reduce the appearance of puffiness. ''We all love that, right? It also helps blood circulation, brightens your skin, minimises pores.'' After you are done, she said, don't throw the whole cucumber - simply cut the top little piece off and throw the remaining cucumber back in the freezer for use again. ''It's good up to 3 weeks,'' she said in the comments. Why is turmeric good for anti-ageing? A study published in the Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests that turmeric and curcumin may help prevent DNA damage and aid in DNA repair. This is promising news for disease prevention and slowing the ageing process. It also: Boosts Collagen Production: Collagen is a protein that maintains the skin's elasticity and firmness. As we age, collagen production decreases, leading to wrinkles and sagging skin. Turmeric helps stimulate collagen synthesis, thereby promoting firmer and more youthful skin. Improves Skin Health: Turmeric has been shown to improve various skin conditions, such as acne, psoriasis, and eczema. Its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties help soothe the skin, reduce redness, and promote a clearer complexion. Next, let the cucumber water sit on your face for a few minutes, before splashing your face with cold water - and continue with the rest of the routine. If you've run out of cucumber, you can snap up this salad - and skincare - staple for a mere 69p from Aldi and other supermarkets. The clip, posted under the username @amalkzad has taken the internet by storm, winning the stunner a whopping 2.1million views. As 152k users gave it a like, close to 800 people flooded to comments, where many refused to believe her age. ''She don't look 30, she don't look so, she looks 19,'' wrote one person. A fellow beauty buff was clearly so impressed by the results they were keen to give the hack a go themselves. ''Running to the store to get cucumbers.'' ''Girl you look 19,'' someone else wrote.
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
I'm 37 but get mistaken for being 19 after using 69p frozen item every day & it gets rid of dark eye circles too
help curb the appearance of dark circles The hack will also ' help curb the appearance of dark circles ' YOU GLOW GIRL I'm 37 but get mistaken for being 19 after using 69p frozen item every day & it gets rid of dark eye circles too Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WHEN it comes to maintaining a youthful complexion, many typically think of pricey Botox treatments. But according to one thrifty beauty buff, the answer can be found in your fridge - and it's a fan favourite in salads. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 To kickstart her morning skincare, Amal likes to use a frozen cucumber slashed in half that's been sitting in the freezer overnight Credit: tiktok/@amalkzad 2 help curb the appearance of dark circles, she said in a video Credit: tiktok/@amalkzad Amal K., from San Francisco, may be almost 40 - but at 37 she looks so radiant and wrinkle-free that many mistaken her for a teenager. The dark-haired beauty regularly shares her top tips for skincare, such as eating sardines - however, Amal recently stunned with an easy hack that costs less than £1. As well as eating a nutrient-dense diet, the TikToker likes to ensure her skincare routine is top tip - and there's one key step that might surprise you. To kickstart her morning skincare, Amal likes to use a frozen cucumber slashed in half that's been sitting in the freezer overnight. In the now-viral-video, the savvy beauty buff explained she used it as ''a natural Gua Sha''. This traditional Chinese medicine technique involves scraping the skin with a smooth-edged tool to relieve hypertension and improve circulation. The method has become a hit on social media ever since it took off - and even Kendal Jenner swears by this ancient technique. Meanwhile, using a frozen cucumber on your face can offer temporary de-puffing and soothing effects due to its cold temperature - ideal for that morning puffiness. ''I am 37 years old, and I have never had Botox or fillers. One thing I do daily is an ice facial - but today, we are going to use a frozen cucumber'' she said in another clip. ''Before you start, make sure your face is nice and clean. 4 ways to banish wrinkles WITHOUT Botox or fillers ''Cucumber contains vitamin K, so it is just going to help curb the appearance of dark circles, help the lymphatic around your eyes and reduce the appearance of puffiness. ''We all love that, right? It also helps blood circulation, brightens your skin, minimises pores.'' After you are done, she said, don't throw the whole cucumber - simply cut the top little piece off and throw the remaining cucumber back in the freezer for use again. ''It's good up to 3 weeks,'' she said in the comments. Why is turmeric good for anti-ageing? A study published in the Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests that turmeric and curcumin may help prevent DNA damage and aid in DNA repair. This is promising news for disease prevention and slowing the ageing process. It also: Boosts Collagen Production: Collagen is a protein that maintains the skin's elasticity and firmness. As we age, collagen production decreases, leading to wrinkles and sagging skin. Turmeric helps stimulate collagen synthesis, thereby promoting firmer and more youthful skin. Improves Skin Health: Turmeric has been shown to improve various skin conditions, such as acne, psoriasis, and eczema. Its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties help soothe the skin, reduce redness, and promote a clearer complexion. Next, let the cucumber water sit on your face for a few minutes, before splashing your face with cold water - and continue with the rest of the routine. If you've run out of cucumber, you can snap up this salad - and skincare - staple for a mere 69p from Aldi and other supermarkets. The clip, posted under the username @amalkzad has taken the internet by storm, winning the stunner a whopping 2.1million views. As 152k users gave it a like, close to 800 people flooded to comments, where many refused to believe her age. ''She don't look 30, she don't look so, she looks 19,'' wrote one person. A fellow beauty buff was clearly so impressed by the results they were keen to give the hack a go themselves. ''Running to the store to get cucumbers.'' ''Girl you look 19,'' someone else wrote.
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Everyone is stunned when they realise my nan is 97 & her tips to being wrinkle-free are so easy – one is free too
Plus, why you should consider turmeric for anti-ageing YOU GLOW GIRL Everyone is stunned when they realise my nan is 97 & her tips to being wrinkle-free are so easy – one is free too Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A NAN has left people with their jaws on the floor after revealing she's almost 100. The adorable gran became a TikTok sensation after her granddaughter, only known as AK, posted a video of the stunning OAP on the platform. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The adorable nan - pictured with an ageing filter - has left people stunned with her youthful glow Credit: tiktok/@akfromjupiter 2 The grandma, born in 1928, has also spilled the beans on how she's maintained the fresh-faced look at 97 Credit: tiktok/@akfromjupiter According to the younger relative, from France, her grandma was born in 1928 - long before Botox became a staple for millions of beauty buffs. Despite looking as glowy as ever, the grandmother has allegedly never used the popular cosmetic treatment - and instead, sticks to two tried-and-tested tips to keep the wrinkles at bay. Spilling the beans on how she's kept her youthful glow, the nan revealed there are a few things she does to stay wrinkle-free - and one of them is totally free. This, she recently told her granddaughter in a wholesome video, is keeping active by doing ballet. As well as giving you a dopamine boost, exercise is a wonderful - and affordable - way to maintain a fresh-faced complexion without forking out for pricey fillers. Whether you're off for a yoga class or simply getting your daily steps in, exercise increases blood flow, delivering essential nutrients and oxygen to skin cells, while also removing waste products. This improved circulation contributes to a healthier, more vibrant complexion. Regular physical activity can also help protect against oxidative stress - a major factor in skin ageing. On top of this, the gorgeous gran also swears by her skincare routine - and there's one cult favourite brand she's been using for decades. ''I clean my face every day before going to bed, I put on my creams in the morning and in the evening.'' 4 ways to banish wrinkles WITHOUT Botox or fillers Her go-to products include Lancôme Absolue range, which has helped ''to preserve'' her radiant skin. ''Lancôme eye creams are also very good. Everything Lancôme sells - I like it. ''I have been using that for 30 years,'' the nan praised the luxe brand. ''I run out of fun and I go for another. Lancôme dry skin cleanser - great.'' Why is turmeric good for anti-ageing? A study published in the Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests that turmeric and curcumin may help prevent DNA damage and aid in DNA repair. This is promising news for disease prevention and slowing the ageing process. It also: Boosts Collagen Production: Collagen is a protein that maintains the skin's elasticity and firmness. As we age, collagen production decreases, leading to wrinkles and sagging skin. Turmeric helps stimulate collagen synthesis, thereby promoting firmer and more youthful skin. Improves Skin Health: Turmeric has been shown to improve various skin conditions, such as acne, psoriasis, and eczema. Its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties help soothe the skin, reduce redness, and promote a clearer complexion. If you're a beauty buff, you'll know that Lancôme products are on the more expensive side - but luckily, there's a huge variety of buys for a fraction of the cost. For a dry skin cleanser dupe of Lancôme, consider CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser. Currently on sale for £9.36 at Superdrug, this shopper favourite cleanser is creamy and hydrating, with dozens of fans dubbing it ''excellent'' for dry skin. Meanwhile, if you're on the lookout for a more purse-friendly dupe of the viral Absolue Eye Cream (£135), fans have been raving about L'Oréal Age Perfect Cell Renew Midnight Eye Cream. On offer for less than £23 at Boots, this high street buy ''wraps the full eye contour in a silky veil of comfort, for a luxurious overnight experience''. Similarly, several serums can serve as dupes for the £202 Lancôme Absolue serum, offering similar anti-aging and hydrating benefits at a lower price point. Some popular alternatives include the La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Serum (£31.50) and Kiehl's Vital Skin-Strengthening Hyaluronic Acid Super Serum, which sells for £45. The clip, posted under the username @akfromjupiter, has taken the internet by storm, winning the wholesome duo more than 11million views in just one week. Amazed by how radiant the nan looked, over 3,000 people flooded to comments, where on said: ''97 whattt?? Months??'' ''There's no way your grandma is 97!'' another was lost for words. A third chimed in: ''being 97 alive walking talking eating is winning big already.. being healthy at amazing.'' ''Whattt? To be honest, that would be completely acceptable even with the age filter at 97. She looks phenomenal,'' someone else added.
