Aging skin needs not only daily care, but also special procedures for rejuvenation. They will help to smooth out wrinkles, tighten the oval, give the skin a pleasant shade, softness and elasticity. It is not necessary to go to the gym - you can improve the condition of the face at home.
Aging skin problems: what to deal with
Cosmetologists are sure that skin aging begins at the age of 25. The initial signs are not very noticeable. Gradually the epidermis loses its elasticity, loses its ability to retain moisture, after a good night's sleep the skin does not have time to recover. Every year more and more strong cosmetics are required, there is a need for salon procedures. By the age of 40, the problem becomes obvious, it becomes increasingly difficult to hide makeup defects. The main signs of aging include:
- change in the density of the epidermis;
- increased dryness of the skin, noticeable peeling;
- enlarged pores and uneven relief;
- uneven pigmentation;
- earth tan;
- swelling, especially noticeable under the eyes;
- "floating" oval face;
- small wrinkles prone to deepening.
With age, skin type can change. Women who have normal skin in their youth begin to complain of increased dryness. The oily epidermis suffers from dehydration and irritation, reacts to changes in weather and new cosmetics.
Rapid deterioration of the appearance of the skin is not always associated with age. Appearance is negatively affected by:
- malnutrition;
- smoking and alcohol;
- lack of fresh air;
- insufficient sleep;
- too aggressive cleaning;
- inappropriate cosmetics;
- hormonal disorders.
Before starting home anti-aging treatments, you need to eliminate as many negative factors as possible. It is important to increase the amount of fluids you drink and monitor your diet. The menu includes as many fresh vegetables and fruits, fermented dairy products, natural fiber. It is advisable to completely give up cigarettes and significantly reduce the amount of alcohol, get enough sleep and walk more.
Rejuvenation at home: necessary procedures
An experienced cosmetologist can develop an individual anti-aging program and choose the right cosmetics. Your daily ritual should include:
- Gentle cleansing with very gentle detergents enriched with natural oils, marine collagen, silk proteins and vitamins. It is better to replace tap water with boiled, filtered or spring water.
- Multi-stage humidification. The only universal cream will not be able to maintain the hydro-lipid balance at an optimal level. It is recommended to first moisturize the face with a lotion enriched with herbal extracts and hyaluronic acid, then apply a liquid emulsion and nourishing cream. High-quality cosmetics are quickly absorbed without creating discomfort. The multi-stage application allows you to retain moisture in the skin, prevents flaking and drying.
- Balanced diet. It is recommended to apply serum on the face first and only then lubricate the skin with cream. Deep recovery products are used in courses of 20-30 days. For example, after completing a course of retinol, you can take a short break and start using products with hyaluronic acid or vitamin C.
An excellent anti-aging agent - masks with collagen, retinol and hyaluronic acid.
From time to time the skin needs more active treatments. Deep cleansing is essential to improve the complexion. Delicate gomas are used instead of aggressive scrubs. The creamy products are applied on the face, wait a few minutes and roll the mass with your fingers. At the same time, keratinized scales, oily plugs, cosmetic residues and other contaminants are removed from the skin surface. After such a procedure the face brightens, fine wrinkles are smoothed, blush appears. You can repeat the cleaning 1-2 times a week.
Saturated hydrophilic oils are used instead of aggressive gels to remove make-up, which deeply cleanses the skin and does not dry it out.
Mature skin is well affected by superficial peeling. At home you can use formulations with the addition of fruit acids. They gently exfoliate dead cells, refreshing the face and improving the penetration of nutrients. Milder glycol peels are suitable for very dry and thin skin. It is recommended to use preparations from professional series, they are more effective. The exact course depends on the person's condition. Acid peels should not be used in spring and summer, active sunlight contributes to the appearance of age spots.
Properly selected lifting cream will tighten the oval face and prevent age-related ptosis.
Traditional methods to combat skin aging
Base and essential oils are actively used to rejuvenate the skin. They should be applied on a well-cleansed face, avoiding the area around the eyes. The rich oily textures create a protective film on the surface of the skin, help smooth wrinkles and retain moisture in the skin. A few drops of ether are added to the basic almond, soy or peach oil. Lavender or jasmine oil fights hyperpigmentation and deeply nourishes dry skin. Pink has a slight lifting effect and is suitable for self-massage. Juniper narrows enlarged pores and evens out the relief, neroli smoothes fine wrinkles, relaxes and accelerates cell regeneration.
You can use herbal decoctions instead of industrial tonics. Parsley will lighten the skin and remove age spots, chamomile will relieve dryness and flaking, oak bark will reduce pores. Rinse face with cool decoction after morning or evening wash.
Base vegetable oils can be used for hot compresses and body wraps. They are especially useful in winter, when the skin suffers from dryness.
Homemade masks will help tighten the oval face, refresh the skin and improve its color. Red clay will help slow skin without tone. The powder is mixed with warm milk until a not very thick slurry is formed. Apply on cleansed skin for 10-15 minutes and wash off thoroughly with warm and then cool water. For deep nourishment and elasticity is suitable mask of fresh yeast mixed with milk, whipped protein will slightly tighten the oval and reduce enlarged pores. Masks of fresh berries have an excellent moisturizing, exfoliating and brightening effect: raspberries, strawberries, cherries, grapes. The procedures are performed in courses, after 8-10 applications you can take a break.