With age, the skin loses its firmness, elasticity, wrinkles and creases appear. The fairer sex tries to do everything to delay the manifestation of visible signs of aging. It is a pity that sometimes even regular use of expensive cosmetics does not give the expected, lasting effect. Why is this happening?
What triggers rapid skin aging?
Many factors affect the condition of the skin. Namely:
- unbalanced diet, including fried, salty, smoked, sweet foods;
- dry indoor air during the heating season;
- negative environmental factors: wind, dust, frost, exhaust fumes, sunlight and so on;
- inadequate skin care or its complete absence;
- vitamin and mineral deficiency;
- stress and nervous disorders;
- taking some medications.
Let's try to understand what needs to be changed in life, which habits need to be solved and which ones should be acquired in order to maintain the smoothness and beauty of the skin for as long as possible.
A healthy lifestyle
No matter how shabby it may sound, but above all, you need to give up bad habits. Smoking and alcohol definitely do not promote health, and all body problems immediately affect the condition of the skin. It dehydrates and looks dull and limp.
Be sure to pay attention to how much clean water you drink. Coffee, tea, sugary drinks, and even freshly squeezed juices will not replace regular water. You need to drink at least 1, 5 liters per day. The amount depends on body weight.
Try not to overeat: get up from the table when there is still a slight feeling of hunger. This is especially true for an evening meal.
Get enough sleep. In sleep, the skin is renewed, so the more we sleep, the more beautiful we become. Before you fall asleep, try to think only of the good, dream and in no case try to get into unsolved problems. Peace and quiet should be your faithful companions before bed. Keep in mind that a regular lack of sleep will very quickly manifest itself by a decrease in facial skin tone and the whole body.
Walk in the fresh air as often as possible. Go out of the city at any time, into nature - it will surely benefit. You will return home with a healthy blush and a gleam in your eyes.
Facial massage and gymnastics
Facial massage and gymnastics work wonders. With regular use of these methods, the skin is transformed in a few weeks. The fact is that during healing, blood circulation and metabolic processes are accelerated. Skin cells receive more nutrients.
A light massage can be done at home. Pepper at the beginning of the procedure, clean your face and wash your hands with soap. With light touches of your fingertips, strictly follow the lines of the massage, lightly pressing the skin. Your movements should resemble tapping. The massage will be more effective if you apply a serum beforehand or treat your face with green tea ice cubes.
After about a week the skin will transform, it will become more elastic and even. Also, massage helps to cope with swelling.
Creams, serums, skin care lotions
We can say with certainty that cosmetics are one of the most popular ways to transform facial skin. It is easy to explain: I bought the desired jar and used it for your health. But such funds do not always give the expected effect. Women are buying more and more products, including those in skin care, but problems remain. In this case, you need to contact a beautician to help you choose a care system. But only some of the fairer sexes opt for this.
If you have the time and desire to create anti-aging products with your own hands, then it is better to start with simple recipes. We offer one of them. Measure out each dessert spoon of cocoa butter and buckthorn butter. Stir and add 3-4 drops of an oil solution of vitamins A and E. Apply the cream immediately after cleansing on damp skin. For maximum effectiveness, cover your face with cellophane or parchment. After approximately 15-20 minutes, you must remove the product residue with a towel.
You can replace this cream with an industrial one. And watch your skin reaction, because even completely natural products are not suitable for everyone. They also have an allergic reaction.
Face smoothing masks
Cosmetologists advise that masks be included in regular skin care. Fortunately, now their selection is great, you can choose it for every taste and wallet. Or try preparing your own products for smoothing and aging. The main advantage of these products is their naturalness. We offer several proven mask recipes.
- Mask with oil and banana.
There are only two products in this recipe: banana and butter. First peel and banana puree. Take a tablespoon of each ingredient and stir. Spread the mixture all over your face and leave for 15-18 minutes. Remove the mask with a cotton pad soaked in warm water, then wash with warm water, wipe the skin with an ice cube and apply moisturizer.
- Starch masks.
With the help of starch, you can quickly get your skin in order: smooth, soft and silky. If you have never introduced this product in recipes with homemade masks, be sure to experiment. We are sure that the result will surprise you.
- Banana starch mask.
Mash half a banana into a porridge and combine with a tablespoon of potato starch. Spread the resulting mass in a thick layer over the face with your fingers or a spatula. It will take at least half an hour to expose. Rinse the mask with room temperature water.
- Mask with apple juice and starch.
Mark a tablespoon of starch and sour cream, stir and pour a teaspoon of apple juice. Apply the mixture on the face. After 18-20 minutes, wash with warm water. The mixture has a tonic effect, tightens, perfectly smoothes the skin. Perform beauty treatments several times a week for a month.
- Avocado mask.
This mask will appeal to those who do not like to prepare multi-component products. It consists of only one product: avocado, which even has a beneficial effect on the skin. Turn part of the fruit into a pulp and apply an even layer on the skin of the whole face, even in the area around the eyes. After 30 minutes, remove the porridge with a cotton pad and wash.