7 Gelatin Face Mask Recipes for Wrinkles

The hunt for the best anti-aging ingredient finally ends here. Yes, we are talking about a gelatin face mask for wrinkles.

Gelatin is the ultimate anti-aging solution. If you don’t know already, Gelatin is surprisingly a very healthy ingredient for your skin, hair, nails, stomach, bones, and body. It is derived from collagen. It’s 98-99% protein and is made by cooking collagen and has numerous health benefits.

What is Gelatin?

Gelatin is a translucent, flavorless substance obtained from the bones and connective tissues of animals in order to obtain collagen. Collagen is a fibrous insoluble protein that is beneficial in maintaining the skin’s elasticity and youth. It is derived by the process of selective hydrolysis from the animal’s skin and bones. After being extracted it is powdered and then it is dissolved in hot liquids which solidifies once it cools down. Gelatin is loaded with half of the 18 amino acids needed by our body for surviving, hence a superfood.

In ancient times when animals were the only source of food other than plants people used as much of the animals as possible. It might sound gross to some people but the organs were consumed as meats and the bones were coked as broths. Until recently when to moved to just eating muscle meats we bailed out on all the important nourishment that the rest of the animal can provide.

According to recent studies, gelatin can improve the appearance of skin and hair. It helps to strengthen your skin and removes impurities. The best part is that you can easily make gelatin face masks for wrinkles at home.

Gelatin with honey & almond oil Face Pack

Honey is often used as a natural moisturizer; it is also considered as an anti-aging ingredient. Honey contains antioxidants and flavonoids that work as antibacterial agents.

Method-

• Mix one tablespoon of gelatin with warm water to prepare the base. Mix it for a few seconds.
• In a mixing bowl, mix gelatin with one teaspoon almond oil and one teaspoon honey.

 Directions- Use this mask while it’s lukewarm, let it sit till your face is dry and firm. Peel off the mask from the ends.

Gelatin with Milk Face Mask

Milk always has an active beauty ingredient in every kitchen. Gelatin combined with milk is another way to utilize the benefits of gelatin with the goodness of milk. This combo is best suited to medium-dry skin. Milk will moist and smooth out rough skin and help to brighten dull skin.

Directions:

• Two tablespoons gelatin for face mask & 2 tablespoons milk, preferably cow milk.
• Apply all over the face and peel off once it’s dry and firm.
• Repeat twice a week for visible results.

Tip- Add gelatin in your diet to boost collagen in your skin! Gelatin taken internally has many health benefits including better skin, nails, hair, improves bone health, digestion and helps in weight loss!

Gelatin and Orange Peel Mask

Orange peel is best used for skin whitening and brightening, it also used to treat acne and blemishes. You can easily buy orange peel powder online or make it at home.

Directions:

• Prepare your gelatin base by mixing warm water into gelatin.
• Add one tablespoon orange peel powder and form a thick paste
• Apply all over your face and wash it off after 20min

Gelatin with Tomato Purée Face Mask

Tomato has always been considered a beauty fruit. This nutritious fruit tightens pores, mains PH balance of the skin, treats sunburns, cures acne and brightens skin tone. Some scientists believe regular consumption of tomatoes can reduce dark spots.

Directions:

• Mix warm water in one tablespoon of gelatin
• Purée one tomato in a mixer/blender add the purée in the gelatin and mix well.
• Apply all over the face and relax for 20-30min
• Wash it off with cold water

Gelatin with Egg

Egg yolk helps to Tighten and close up large pores. It has astringent properties that help shrink pores and tightens the skin. If your skin is saggy, this pack is beneficial for you! Perfect for dry skin as it locks in moisture and brightens up dull skin.

Directions-

• Add water to one tablespoon of gelatin wait for 15-20 seconds
• Add one egg yolk and whisk
• Apply all over your face and let it dry
• Wash it off after 15-20min with cold water

Gelatin and Gooseberry Face Mask

Amla (gooseberry) is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, this fruit helps to tighten the skin and makes it firm. It is the official Indian anti-aging fruit. Ayurveda always teaches about Amla and its endless benefits. It’s good for treating acne and blemishes. This fruit has so many beauty benefits so add it to your diet for better skin and hair!

Directions:

• Add water to one tablespoon of gelatin wait for 15-20 seconds
• Add one tablespoon of amla powder and form a thick paste
• Apply the paste all over the face
• Scrub and wash it off after 20min (If your skin is too sensitive avoid scrubbing)

Gelatin with Beetroot

Beetroot is rich vitamins and minerals which will feed your skin. It is widely used for whitening the skin. The fruit has anti-inflammatory and prevents acne. You can drink beetroot juice as a skin supplement!

Directions:

• Use one small size beetroot and form a paste
• Add lukewarm water to one tablespoon of gelatin
• Add the beetroot purée into the gelatin and mix well
• Apply all over your face and let it sit for 15-20 min
• Wash it off with cold water

Benefits of Gelatin for Health

Now that we have read so much about Gelatin let us look into some of its health benefits:

• It is loaded with proteins and it can serve almost 6 grams of protein per tablespoon. It helps the body utilize all the complete proteins which are taken in. it is not a complete protein but a great source of it.
• It improves digestion by binding water with food particles naturally. This allows the food to move within the digestive tracts easily and smoothly.
• Consumption of gelatin can improve the gut lining which can help heal food intolerances and allergies. It can improve the problem of leaky gut by providing the necessary protection to the digestive tract.
• Gelatin can also be beneficial for the health of the bone and joint. It contains necessary amino acids which prevent the degeneration of cartilages in the joints. It also has anti-inflammatory properties which reduces inflammation and pain of arthritis.
• An amino acid named Glycine is found in gelatin which has proved to be beneficial in efficiently removing toxins from our body.
• Due to the anti-inflammatory properties of gelatin, it can speed up wound healing.
• The incorporation of gelatin has proved to assist people in sleeping better. Clinical studies have shown that people who consume gelatin not only sleep better but also are much active during the daytime.
• Gelatin can boost metabolism by increasing the production of Human Growth Hormone which facilitates weight loss.

Now you know how you can make seven face masks with the magical ingredient gelatin. I’m sure you must be convinced how amazing it is for your skin, especially for aging skin!