Collagen is the springy protein that keeps skin taut; after our mid‑20s its production drops about 1 percent each year, leading to wrinkles and loss of elasticity. Dermatologists often recommend pricey supplements or even Botox, yet many culinary herbs contain compounds that coax skin cells to keep weaving fresh collagen. Bay leaf (Laurus nobilis) is one such herb—rich in caffeic, ferulic, and rosmarinic acids, plus essential oils such as cineole that scavenge free radicals. Folk beauty circles even hail bay‑leaf tea as “nature’s Botox.” When combined with cinnamon (shown to stimulate type I collagen genes), vitamin‑C‑packed lemon, ginger (which helps preserve existing collagen), and antioxidant‑rich honey, you get a daily beauty tonic that works from within.
Ingredients Required
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3 dried bay leaves (or 4 fresh) – primary collagen‑boosting herb
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1 small cinnamon stick (≈ 3 cm) – stimulates new collagen fibres
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1 tsp freshly grated ginger – protects existing collagen from oxidative stress
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Juice of ½ lemon (≈ 1 Tbsp) – delivers vitamin C, an essential co‑factor for collagen synthesis
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1 tsp raw honey – adds prebiotic sweetness and extra antioxidants
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2 whole cloves (optional) – eugenol helps repair UV‑induced skin damage
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500 ml filtered water
All ingredients are pantry staples in most Indian kitchens and are easy to source worldwide.
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