DIY Beauty: How To Make Anti-Ageing Natural Botox Gel From Flax Seeds

Amidst a variety of anti-ageing creams available in the market, the ones with flaxseed formulation stand out because of the fatty acid composition which is effective in treating many inflammatory skin disorders. According to the National Library of Medicine, Flax seeds help in treating skin roughness, scaling, and transepidermal water loss. Also, the skin tightening and anti-ageing properties, make it an excellent natural ingredient for a DIY botox gel. Scroll down to learn how you can make your anti-ageing natural botox gel from flax seeds.

Ingredients You Will Need

Here’s the list of ingredients you will need to make anti-ageing natural botox gel from flax seeds:

• Two tablespoons of flaxseeds
• One cup of water
• A small saucepan
• A strainer
• A clean glass jar or container for storage
• Essential oils such as lavender or tea tree oil

How To Make Anti-Ageing Natural Botox Gel From Flax Seeds

Here’s a step-by-step process to make anti-ageing natural botox gel from flax seeds:

Step 1: Boil The Flaxseeds

Add the flaxseeds to the saucepan along with water and let it boil on medium flame. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to prevent the seeds from settling at the bottom.

Step 2: Simmer And Stir

Once the mixture starts boiling, reduce the flame and let it simmer for a while. Continue to stir frequently until the mixture thickens and turns into a gel-like consistency. This process takes about 5-10 minutes.

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Step 3: Strain The Gel

Remove the saucepan from the flame and let it cool for a while. Now pour the mixture through a strainer into a bowl to separate the gel from flaxseeds. Take a spoon to strain the gel (gel moisturiser benefits for skin) against the flaxseeds to extract the remaining gel.

Step 4: Cool The Gel

Allow the extracted gel to cool at room temperature. Add a few drops of essential oil to the gel for added benefits. Transfer the gel into a glass container with a lid. Make sure the container is sanitised to prevent contamination.

Step 5: Store In Refrigerator

Store the gel in a refrigerator to maintain its freshness and extend its shelf life. The gel lasts for one to two weeks when stored properly.

How To Apply Flax Seeds Gel

Take a small amount of flax seeds gel on your face, focusing on the area prone to wrinkles and fine lines. Gently massage the gel into your skin using upward circular motions. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes and then rinse with lukewarm water. Use the gel 2-3 times a week for best results.

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Follow the steps to make flax seeds gel.

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