As age catches up with us, not only does the skin begin to lose moisture and collagen, but at times, it also produces unsightly and painful effects. For instance, more than half the world’s population of people aged 50 or older are affected by varicose veins. The list of age-related cosmetic defects and abnormalities is long and tedious. A few examples of these skin issues are ruptured capillaries, chronic bruises, fluid collection and swelling beneath skin, inflammation and spider veins.

These issues can be addressed with medical interventions such as injections, surgery, artificial creams and whatnot, but these interventions can at times be painful, costly and unreliable. The question now is can we heal age-related skin lesions naturally?

The answer is yes. There are emerging studies that support low-cost and natural solutions to age-related skin problems. Vitamin K, Vitamin D and oats if applied topically can speed up the healing process of skin and counter age-related degradation. Oats, vitamin K and D taken together provide synergistic action in protecting the skin and ensuring its healthy appearance in spite of advancing age. It can accelerate wound healing, shorten recovery time for bruises, reduce swelling and inflammation, counteract infections and relieve pain.

Vitamin K is important for bone health and wound healing. It helps in activating blood coagulation in open wounds which allows skin tissues to heal itself. Dietary sources of vitamin K include green leafy vegetables. Extracts from the wildflower, Arnica Montana, is also effective as a natural remedy for relieving bruising, soothing muscle aches, reducing inflammation and healing any injuries. The use of oatmeal topically for natural skin care is also heard of and it has been a staple of many traditional medicine in ancient Rome. Oatmeal is believed to have the ability to relieve itchiness and function as a skin protectant. It is also rich in phenolic antioxidants which provides free-radical fighting support.

Vitamin D is also an essential component in the normal wound healing process. It is important as the active form of Vitamin D has the ability to initiate the skin’s production of vital antimicrobial peptides. The peptides are efficient in killing microbes, promoting blood vessels development and encourage new cell growth.

Although natural remedies are available to target skin issues, but our bodies can be sensitive to certain ingredients; thus, it is always recommended to consult a health practitioner if any problems persist.