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 tone, smoothness and elasticity. It is not necessary to go to the salon - you can improve the condition of the face at home.
Aging skin issues: what you need to deal with
Cosmetologists are sure that skin aging begins at age 25. The initial signs are not very noticeable. Gradually, the epidermis loses its elasticity, it loses its ability to retain moisture; after a full night's sleep, the skin doesn't have time to recover. Every year stronger cosmetics are needed, there is a need for salon procedures. At age 40, the problem becomes obvious, it becomes increasingly difficult to hide flaws with makeup. The main signs of aging include:
- change in epidermis density;
- increased dryness of the skin, noticeable peeling;
- dilated pores and irregular relief;
- uneven pigmentation;
- earthy complexion;
- swelling, especially noticeable under the eyes;
- "floated" oval of the 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 climate changes and new cosmetics.
The rapid deterioration of the skin's appearance is not always associated with age. Appearance is adversely affected by:
- malnutrition;
- smoking and alcohol;
- lack of fresh air;
- insufficient sleep;
- very aggressive cleaning;
- inappropriate cosmetics;
- hormonal disturbances.
Before starting anti-aging procedures at home, you need to eliminate negative factors as much as possible. It's important to increase the amount of fluids you drink and monitor nutrition. The menu includes as many fresh vegetables and fruits as possible, fermented dairy products, natural fibers. It is advisable to completely give up cigarettes and greatly 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 preparations enriched with natural oils, marine collagen, silk proteins and vitamins. It is best to replace tap water with boiled, filtered, or spring water.
- Multi-stage humidification. The only universal cream will not be able to maintain the hydrolipidic 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. Multi-stage application allows you to retain moisture in the skin, prevents peeling and dryness.
- Balanced diet. It is recommended to first apply the serum on the face and only then lubricate the skin with cream. Deeply restorative products are used in courses of 20 to 30 days. For example, after completing a course with 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 cleaning is essential to improve appearance. Instead of aggressive exfoliants, gentle gommages are used. Creamy products are applied to the face, wait a few minutes and roll the dough with your fingers. At the same time, keratinized scales, sebaceous plugs, cosmetic residues and other impurities are removed from the surface of the skin. After this procedure, the face brightens, fine wrinkles are smoothed out, blush appears. You can repeat cleaning 1-2 times a week.
For makeup removal, no harsh gels are used, but saturated hydrophilic oils that deeply cleanse the skin and do 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 nutrient penetration. For very dry and thin skin, milder glycol peels are suitable. It is recommended to use professional series preparations, 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.
A properly selected lifting cream will tighten the oval of the face and prevent age-related ptosis.
Traditional methods to combat skin aging
For skin rejuvenation, basic and essential oils are actively used. They should be applied to a clean face, avoiding the area around the eyes. Oil-rich textures create a protective film on the skin's surface, help smooth wrinkles and retain skin moisture. A few drops of ether are added to an almond, soy or peach oil base. 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 relief, neroli smoothes fine wrinkles, relaxes and accelerates cell regeneration.
Instead of industrial tonics, you can use herbal decoctions. Parsley will brighten the skin and remove age spots, chamomile will relieve dryness and flakiness, oak bark will reduce pores. Rinse your face with a cool decoction after washing in the morning or evening.
Basic 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 to tighten the oval of the face, refresh the skin and improve its color. Red clay will help sluggish and toneless skin. The powder is mixed with warm milk until it forms a not too thick paste. It is applied to clean skin for 10-15 minutes and carefully washed off first with warm and then cold water. For deep nourishment and elasticity, a mask of fresh yeast mixed with milk is suitable, the whipped protein will slightly tighten the oval and reduce enlarged pores. An excellent moisturizing, exfoliating and illuminating effect has fresh fruit masks: raspberries, strawberries, cherries, grapes. Procedures are done in courses, after 8-10 registrations you can take a break.