How to banish wrinkles (with CHOCOLATE!)

Whether you’re 35 or 95, there’s something in this email for you! This might sound crazy, {NAME} — But if you've got a pillow, some chocolate, and 60 seconds to try a quick 'magic trick'... You can help boost the wrinkle-fighting power of your skincare routine. (And a little FUN is actually a great addition to your lineup. 😁) Are you game to try it out? Okay, here we go: Make a pillow fort 🛌 Stomach and side-sleepers, this one’s for you. As you may already know, sleeping on your side or stomach can compress your skin over time… And cause major sagging and crinkles to appear on your face and chest. That’s why I recommend sleeping on your back. However, switching sleeping positions isn't always easy. Because even if you successfully fall asleep on your back… Actually staying there is another story. (After all, the average person shifts sleep positions ~13 times per night…but some switch as many as 45 times!) Luckily, there’s a simple solution: build a pillow fort around yourself to make it harder to roll over in your sleep. When you’re ready for bed, lay flat on your back and sandwich yourself between 2 pillows (the firmer, the better). Then, add a third pillow under your knees (adjust to your comfort level) to elevate your legs and relieve back pressure. If you’re a stomach sleeper, you can add another pillow on top of your stomach to mimic the pressure of lying on it. And voilá — you’ve built a comfy pillow fort to help keep wrinkles at bay. But keep in mind: it helps to keep the pillows as snug to your body as possible, otherwise they tend to fall away easily… And if you wake up in a different position, simply get into ‘fort mode’ and try again. It may take some getting used to, but with enough practice, it’ll feel like second nature — and your skin will look fabulous.  Have some chocolate 🍫 Chocolate lovers rejoice! Because chocolate isn’t just good for the soul — it’s good for the skin. According to nutrition studies, cocoa (raw chocolate powder) contains high levels of 2 dietary flavonols, epicatechin and catechin…1 Known for protecting skin from sun damage, improving cell circulation, and improving hydration to make your skin look and feel smoother. And with colder weather on the horizon, now is the perfect time to whip up this healthy hot cocoa recipe. It’s a huge hit at my house because it’s super easy to make, and only tastes indulgent! Here’s how to make it… Dr. D’s Cozy Cocoa for Radiant Skin (serves 2) Step 1: In a saucepan, heat 1 cup of light coconut milk (the kind from the can, for added creaminess) and 1 ½ cups of unsweetened almond milk over medium heat until hot but not boiling (about 5 minutes). Step 2: Add 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder and 2 tablespoons of maple syrup. Whisk to combine until there are no more clumps (1-2 minutes). Step 3: Heat another 1-2 minutes. You may choose to add a dash of cinnamon, or simply pour it into your favorite mug and enjoy.  Make magic with this DIY ‘optical illusion’ technique 🪄 This one’s my personal favorite… Because this little ‘wrinkle-eraser’ technique works on absolutely everyone. It’s a super simple way to “fill in” your wrinkles — without the help of machines, injections, or surgery… And only takes 60 SECONDS to do. ([But how? Follow this link for step-by-step instructions.]() Now, this trick changes how light reflects off your face... Which not only creates the optical illusion of smooth-as-glass skin… But actually slows the development of new creases. And if you’re curious how it really works… [Watch this video on how to ‘blur out’ wrinkles around the eyes, mouth, forehead, or any other creased areas you wish.]( Alright, {NAME} — that about wraps it up for today. I hope you learned a useful trick or two… But most importantly, I hope this serves as a reminder to have some fun! Your Beverly Hills MD, Dr. Payman Danielpour    Sources: Yoon, H., Kim, J. R., Park, G. Y., Kim, J., Lee, D. H., Lee, K. W., & Chung, J. H. (2016). Cocoa flavanol supplementation influences skin conditions of Photo-Aged Women: a 24-Week Double-Blind, randomized, controlled trial. Journal of Nutrition, 146(1), 46–50.      This email was sent to {EMAIL} by jlayke@beverlyhills-md.com [Edit Profile]( | [Manage Subscriptions]( | [VIP Discounts]( | [Join Text Club]( | [Subscribe](  8391 Beverly Blvd., #471, Los Angeles, CA 90048   [Report Spam](  These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Â