Age-related changes in the skin are an unpleasant process, but it is quite natural. Salon treatments and regular home care help combat them.
Every woman wants to keep her youthful skin for years to come. But time does its own thing and inevitably leaves a mark on the face - wrinkles. Some take their appearance quite calmly, considering it an integral part of life, others do not intend to endure the injustice of nature and fight the hated "enemy" by all means available.
I must say that even Hollywood stars, who, by the nature of their work, are obliged to look their best at any age, do not always turn to the services of plastic surgeons. Living examples of this are magnificentMeryl Streep, star of "Titanic"Kate Winslet, the beauty loved by the worldJulia Robertsextremely talentedJodie FosterANDJulianne Moore. . . All of these beautiful women look gorgeous and still remain themselves. Each of their wrinkles is a different role, not even played, but lived, of which they are rightly proud.
However, this is by no means a reason to relax and give up on yourself. "And so it will do" - this is not a story about female beauty. All those who succeed, as they say, to age beautifully, no doubt devote a lot of time to self-care, regularly visit cosmetologists and care for their skin at home.
It is about home care that today we decided to talk to an expert - a cosmetologist in the centers of aesthetic medicine and cosmetology.
Where do wrinkles come from?
There are two main types of wrinkles: mimic (dynamic) and static. The former, as the name implies, are formed due to the fact that our face is in constant motion, even if we ourselves are not aware of it. We all wrinkle from time to time, laugh, smile, wrinkle our noses, cry. In this process, habits appear naturally in the relevant areas of our face, caused by muscle contraction, which disappear at the same time when a certain emotion "leaves".
Over time, due to several factors, such as age, dry skin, loss of its elasticity, a change in structure occurs, and then we have to talk about the appearance of static wrinkles that do not disappear anywhere and are visibleeven on vacation. The problem is faced not only by the elderly, but also quite young - after 35 years, even earlier.
Deep wrinkles in the area of the nasolabial triangle, cheeks, chin may be the result of gravitational ptosis, i. e. the fall of the facial egg. The quality of the skin, and thus the severity of wrinkles, can be affected by genetics, poor ecology, bad habits, stress, insufficient care, constant exposure to sunlight and other unfavorable external factors.
The cosmetologist explains that if the mimic activity of a certain woman is very high, it is better to immediately seek the advice of a cosmetologist and resolve the issue with the help of botulinum toxin injections. At the same time, there is no need to be afraid of undesirable reactions - a specialist will perform a thorough examination and tell you in detail about the indications and contraindications of the procedure. This cosmetic technique helps to relax the muscles while not depriving them of activity. Thus, the doctor manages to simultaneously fight the pronounced mimic wrinkles and avoid the undesirable effect of the mask.
If we talk about static wrinkles, then the ways to deal with them also require a mandatory discussion with a specialist. The specialist explains that the presence of severe wrinkles implies the mandatory work of a dermatocosmetologist.
Fighting wrinkles at home
Salon procedures, of course, are very effective and the importance of professional care can hardly be overestimated, but not everyone has the opportunity and time to use the services of cosmetology clinics on an ongoing basis. In this case, home care products come to the rescue.
"What is the best advice for home care? Patches work well (a cosmetic product for the skin around the eyes in the form of compresses-dyes soaked in special compositions, for example, an extract of Baikal cap, anti-edematous ingredient): glued, humiliated - has an effect. Removed - no effect. Any moisturizing mask is good, but only about two hours before bedtime. Now there are many such as woven masks, which give a good result, but"Say they will solve the problem? No, they will not. But any home care is excellent, " he said.
Using anti-wrinkle masks at home can be very effective. Internet users willingly share with each other simple but effective recipes. We have collected the best and, judging by the good evaluations, the most effective ones and we have asked the expert for their comments on this issue.
Important! An allergy test should be performed before using any new cosmetic product! The doctor said how to do it properly:
"The most sensitive area is the area behind the ear. But you will not see what is going on there. You may feel a tingling sensation, a tingling sensation or a scratch, but you will not see any skin reactions. This test method is"Suitable for the beautician, but not very suitable for self-testing. Therefore, the inner surface of the hand is used for self-control. The lower third of the forearm, where we hold the watch, is the most sensitive area and most suitable for this purpose. "
Banana face mask against wrinkles
Our expert welcomes the use of the pulp of this sweet fruit as a home care product:
"Banana is very good. It contains amino acids and vitamin K. "
The beautician suggests cooking the fruit in a soft state and adding honey if there is no allergy to it. If your skin is very dry, you can mix banana puree with sour cream. It is quite acceptable to use a makeup such as an eye mask for wrinkles.
"You can, as you did before, fold it in a gauze and put it in your eyes for about 20 minutes, " the expert advises. - It really works. "But not for long. "
This product perfectly hydrates the skin and gives the face a fresh and relaxed look.
Starch mask for face against wrinkles
Women who have tried the effect of this supposedly wonderful mask claim that it can relieve not only mimic wrinkles but also deep static wrinkles at home, and compares its effect with almost botulinum toxin. Starch is indeed a very valuable product that contains vitamins B, C, as well as calcium, iron, phosphorus and potassium. Cosmetic products based on it give a short-term lifting effect, but fast and noticeable.
So, for cooking we need: a tablespoon of starch, 150 ml of water, a tablespoon of sour cream with fat and the same amount of honey. Thoroughly mix the starch with 100 ml of cold water, add 50 ml of hot water and cook until thickened, without letting it boil. Cool and combine with the rest of the ingredients. Apply to previously cleansed face and neck skin. Rinse with warm water after 20-30 minutes and enjoy the reflection in the mirror.
An even better result will give starch in combination with egg white. This composition has cleansing properties and is ideal for oily skin. Mix a tablespoon of starch with warm water until smooth, and then toss in a protein. Leave on for half an hour and rinse.
Acne mask with anti-wrinkle yeast
It turns out that yeast can be used not only in cooking, but also as an ingredient for anti-aging masks, as it turned out that yeast can produce collagen when it enters the pores.
We dilute a tablespoon of warm milk yeast in a 1: 1 ratio, let it brew for at least an hour. Then we add a protein and a tablespoon of honey to the composition, mix and apply on face. We hold it for 15 minutes, then wash it.
Important! Before using, be sure to perform an allergy test!
Gelatin mask against wrinkles
First of all, the base is being prepared. For this, one tablespoon of the product is poured with two tablespoons of water at room temperature. The mixture is inflated within a few minutes, after which it is placed in a water bath until completely dissolved. Various additional ingredients are added to the cooled mixture depending on the desired result.
"Gelatin is used more as a filler ingredient. There are such means - concealers, - explained the beautician. - They contain silicones that fill wrinkles and create a reflective effect. The effect of light and shadow. There is no shadow, and the depth of wrinkles seems tois shrinking. Washed - the result is the same as it was. Simply the same with gelatin. They applied it, it filled in the wrinkles, washed it - so. Let's just say: an artistic effect is achieved - not a healer. If we talk about the therapeutic function, then, on the contrary, the same banana will help. "
You can and should take care of yourself. Home care products contain vitamins and minerals and, indeed, can have a temporary but noticeable effect. The main thing is to make sure that there are no allergic reactions and to accurately determine your skin type, and for this it is advisable to first visit the beautician's office.