Aging skin needs not only daily care, but also special procedures for rejuvenation. They will help to smooth wrinkles, tighten the plain, give the skin a pleasant shade, softness and elasticity. No need to go to the salon - you can improve the condition of the face at home.
Aging skin problems: what to do
Cosmetologists are convinced that skin aging begins at the age of 25. The initial symptoms are not very noticeable. Gradually, the epidermis loses its elasticity, loses its ability to retain moisture, and the skin does not have time to recover after a full night's sleep. Every year more and more powerful cosmetics are required, salon procedures are needed. By the age of 40, the problem becomes clearer, and it becomes increasingly difficult to hide flaws with makeup. The main signs of aging include:
- changes in the density of the epidermis;
- increased dryness of the skin, noticeable peeling;
- enlarged pores and uneven relief;
- uneven pigmentation;
- earthenware;
- swelling, especially noticeable under the eyes;
- the "floating" oval of the face;
- small wrinkles prone to deepening.
With age, skin type may change. At a young age, women with normal skin begin to complain of increased dryness. Oily epidermis suffers from dehydration and irritation, reacts to weather changes and new cosmetics.
Rapid deterioration of skin appearance is not always associated with age. Appearance has a negative effect:
- nutrition;
- smoking and alcohol;
- lack of fresh air;
- insufficient sleep;
- excessive aggressive cleaning;
- inappropriate cosmetics;
- hormonal disorders.
Before starting anti-aging procedures at home, you should eliminate as many negative factors as possible. It is important to increase the amount of fluid you drink and control your diet. The menu includes as many fresh vegetables and fruits as possible, fermented dairy products, natural fiber. It is advisable to quit smoking completely 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 delicate preparations enriched with natural oils, sea collagen, silk proteins and vitamins. It is better to replace tap water with boiled, filtered or spring water.
- Multi-stage hydration. The only universal cream will not be able to maintain the optimal hydro-lipid balance. It is recommended to first moisturize the face with a lotion enriched with plant extracts and hyaluronic acid, then apply a liquid emulsion and nourishing cream. High quality cosmetics are absorbed quickly without causing discomfort. Multi-stage application allows the skin to retain moisture, prevent peeling and dryness.
- Balanced diet. It is recommended to apply serum first, then lubricate the skin with a cream. Deep restorative products are used in 20-30 day courses. For example, you can take a short break after taking a course with retinol and start using products that contain hyaluronic acid or vitamin C.
An excellent anti-aging product - masks with collagen, retinol and hyaluronic acid.
From time to time the skin needs more active treatments. Deep cleansing is important to improve the skin. Aggressive scrubs are used instead of delicate gommages. Creamy products are applied to 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 impurities are removed from the skin surface. After such a procedure, the face becomes brighter, fine wrinkles are smoothed, blush appears. You can repeat the cleaning 1-2 times a week.
Saturated hydrophilic oils, which deeply cleanse the skin and do not over-dry, are used to clean makeup, not aggressive gels.
Mature skin surface is well affected by peeling. At home, you can use formulas with the addition of fruit acids. They gently exfoliate dead cells, refresh the face and improve the penetration of nutrients. Softer glycol peels are suitable for very dry and thin skin. It is recommended to use drugs from the professional series, they are more effective. The exact course depends on the person's condition. Acid peels should not be used in the spring and summer, as active sunlight contributes to the appearance of wet spots.
Properly selected lifting cream will compress the oval of the face and prevent age-related ptosis.
Traditional methods to combat skin aging
Essential and essential oils are actively used to rejuvenate the skin. They should be applied to a thoroughly cleansed face, avoiding the area around the eyes. Rich oily textures create a protective layer on the surface of the skin, helping to smooth wrinkles and retain moisture in the skin. A few drops of essential oil are added to the base almond, soy or peach oil. Lavender or jasmine oil fights hyperpigmentation and deeply nourishes dry skin. Pink has a light lifting effect and is suitable for self-massage. Juniper narrows enlarged pores and evens out relief, neroli smoothes fine lines, relaxes and accelerates cell renewal.
You can use herbal decoctions instead of industrial tonics. Parsley will brighten the skin and remove wet spots, chamomile will eliminate dryness and peeling, oak bark will reduce pores. After washing in the morning or evening, rinse your face with a cool decoction.
Essential vegetable oils can be used for hot compresses and body dressings. They are especially useful in winter, when the skin suffers from dryness.
Homemade masks will help to compress the oval of the face, refresh the skin and improve its color. Red clay will help dull, toned skin. The powder is mixed with warm milk until a very thick slime is formed. Apply on cleansed skin for 10-15 minutes and rinse thoroughly with lukewarm, then cool water. For deep nourishment and elasticity, a fresh yeast mask mixed with milk is suitable, the whipped protein will squeeze the plain a bit and reduce enlarged pores. It has a perfect moisturizing, exfoliating and lightening effect of fresh berry masks: raspberries, strawberries, cherries, grapes. Procedures are carried out in courses, you can take a break after 8-10 applications.