Aging skin needs not only daily care, but also special rejuvenation procedures. They will help smooth wrinkles, tighten the oval, give the skin a pleasant tone, softness and elasticity. It is not necessary to go to the salon - you can improve the condition of the face at home.
Skin Aging Problems: What You Need to Address
Cosmetologists are sure that skin aging begins at the age of 25. The initial signs are not very obvious. Gradually, the epidermis loses its elasticity, loses its ability to retain moisture; after a whole night of sleep, the skin does not have time to recover. Every year, more and more strong cosmetics are needed, salon procedures are required. At the age of 40, the problem becomes evident, it becomes more and more difficult to hide flaws with makeup. 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;
- earthy complexion;
- swelling, especially noticeable under the eyes;
- oval of the "floating" face;
- small wrinkles, subject to deepening.
With age, your 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 change and new cosmetics.
The rapid deterioration of the skin's appearance 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 procedures, it is necessary to eliminate negative factors as much as possible. It is important to increase the amount of fluids you drink and to monitor your nutrition. The menu includes as much fresh fruit and vegetables as possible, fermented milk products, natural fibers. It is advisable to completely abandon 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:
- Delicate cleansing with very delicate preparations enriched with natural oils, marine collagen, silk proteins and vitamins. It's best to replace tap water with boiled, filtered, or spring water.
- Multistage humidification. The only universal cream will not be able to maintain the hydrolipid balance at an optimal level. It is advisable to first moisturize the face with a lotion enriched with plant extracts and hyaluronic acid, then apply a liquid emulsion and a nourishing cream. High-quality cosmetics are absorbed quickly without creating discomfort. Multi-stage application allows you to retain moisture in the skin, preventing peeling and dryness.
- Balanced diet. It is recommended to first apply the serum on the face and only then lubricate the skin with the cream. The deeply restructuring products are used in cycles of 20-30 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. A deep cleansing is essential to improve the complexion. Gentle scrubs are used instead of aggressive scrubs. Creamy products are applied to the face, wait a few minutes and roll the mass with your fingers. At the same time, keratinized scales, sebaceous plugs, cosmetic residues and other impurities are removed from the skin surface. After such a procedure, the face brightens, fine wrinkles are smoothed, redness appears. You can repeat the cleaning 1-2 times a week.
Non-aggressive gels are used for makeup removal, but saturated hydrophilic oils that deeply cleanse the skin and do not dry it excessively.
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. For very dry and thin skin, milder glycol-based 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 firm the oval of the face and prevent age-related ptosis.
Traditional methods to combat skin aging
For skin rejuvenation, base oils and essential oils are actively used. They should be applied to a well-cleansed face, avoiding the eye contour area. The rich texture of the oil creates a protective film on the surface of the skin, helps smooth out wrinkles and retain moisture in the skin. A few drops of ether are added to the base oil of almonds, soy or peach. 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 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 flaking, oak bark will shrink pores. Rinse your face with a fresh decoction after morning or evening washing.
Vegetable base oils can be used for hot packs and body wraps. They are particularly 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 lazy, tone-free skin. The powder is mixed with hot milk until a not too thick dough is formed. It is applied to clean skin for 10-15 minutes and washed thoroughly first with warm and then cold water. For deep nutrition and elasticity, a mask of fresh yeast mixed with milk is suitable, the whipped proteins will slightly tighten the oval and reduce enlarged pores. An excellent moisturizing, exfoliating and illuminating effect has masks from fresh berries: raspberries, strawberries, cherries, grapes. Procedures are carried out in courses, after 8-10 applications you can take a break.