Age-related skin changes are an unpleasant process, but 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 takes its toll and inevitably leaves a mark on the face: wrinkles. Some take the appearance of it 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 available means.
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. Vivid examples of this are the magnificentMeryl streep, star of "Titanic"Kate winslet, beauty loved by the worldJulia Robertsimmensely talentedJodie fosterandJulianne Moore. . . All of these gorgeous women look gorgeous and are still themselves. Each of their wrinkles is another role, not even played, but lived, of which they are rightfully proud.
However, this is not at all a reason to relax and give up. "And So It Will Be": This is not a story about female beauty. All who are successful, as they say, aging beautifully, undoubtedly spend a lot of time on self-care, visit cosmetologists on a regular basis and take care of 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 their name implies, are formed because our face is in constant motion, although we ourselves do not realize it. We all frown from time to time, laugh, smile, wrinkle our noses, cry. In the process, grooves appear naturally in the corresponding areas of our face, caused by muscle contraction, which disappear at the same time that a certain emotion "goes away. "
Over time, due to some 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 arevisible even at rest. . The problem is faced not only by the elderly, but also by the quite young, after 35 years, and even before.
Deep wrinkles in the area of the nasolabial triangle, cheeks and chin can be the result of gravitational ptosis, that is, sagging of the oval of the face. The quality of the skin, and therefore the severity of the wrinkles, can be influenced by genetics, bad ecology, bad habits, stress, insufficient attention, constant exposure to sunlight and other unfavorable external factors.
The cosmetologist explains that if the mimic activity of a particular woman is very high, it is better to immediately seek the advice of a cosmetologist and solve the problem with the help of botulinum toxin injections. At the same time, there is no need to be afraid of undesirable reactions: a specialist will conduct a full examination and inform you in detail about the indications and contraindications of the procedure. This cosmetic technique helps to relax the muscles, without depriving them of activity. Thus, the doctor manages to simultaneously combat pronounced mimic wrinkles and avoid the undesirable mask effect.
If we talk about static wrinkles, the ways to treat them also require a mandatory discussion with a specialist. The specialist explains that the presence of rough wrinkles implies the mandatory work of a dermatocosmetologist.
Fight 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, patches soaked in special compounds, for example, an extract of the Baikal cap, antiedematous components): glued, reviled: there is an effect. Removed: no effect. Any moisturizing mask is good, but only about two hours before bedtime. Now there are many masks as if they were woven, which give a good, but temporary result. Say that they are going to solve the problem? No, they will not. But any home care is great, "said the specialist.
Using anti-wrinkle masks at home can be very effective. Internet users voluntarily share simple but effective recipes with each other. We have compiled the best and, judging by the rave reviews, the most effective, and asked the expert for their comments on this matter.
Important! An allergy test must be done before using any new cosmetic product! The doctor told him how to do it correctly:
"The most sensitive area is the area behind the ear. But you won't see what's going on there. You may feel tingling, tingling, or scratching, but you won't see any skin reaction. This test method is convenient for the esthetician, butnot very suitable for self-testing. Therefore, the inner surface of the hand is used for self-testing. The lower third of the forearm, where we wear the watch, is the most sensitive and most suitable area for this purpose. "
Banana anti-wrinkle face mask
Our expert appreciates the use of the pulp of this sweet fruit as a household care product:
"The banana is very good. It contains amino acids and vitamin K. "
The beautician suggests kneading the fruit until soft and adding honey if there is no allergy to it. If your skin is very dry, you can mix mashed banana with sour cream. It is quite acceptable to use such a composition as a homemade eye mask for wrinkles.
"You can, as you did before, fold it in gauze and put it on your eyes for about 20 minutes, " advises the expert. - It really works. But not by much".
This product perfectly hydrates the skin and gives the face a fresh and rested look.
Starch anti-wrinkle face mask
Women who have tried the effect of this supposedly miraculous mask claim that it can relieve not only mimic wrinkles, but even deep static wrinkles at home, comparing its effect to almost botulinum toxin. Starch is 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, but fast and visible lifting effect.
So, for cooking we need: a tablespoon of starch, 150 ml of water, a tablespoon of fatty sour cream and the same amount of honey. Mix the starch well with 100 ml of cold water, add 50 ml of hot water and cook until it thickens, without letting it boil. Cool and combine with the rest of the ingredients. Apply to previously cleansed face and neck. Wash off with lukewarm water after 20-30 minutes and enjoy the reflection in the mirror.
The starch in combination with the egg white will give an even better result. This composition has cleansing properties and is ideal for oily skin. Mix a tablespoon of starch with warm water until smooth and then pour in a protein. Leave on for half an hour and rinse.
Anti-wrinkle yeast face mask
It turns out that yeast can be used not only for cooking, but also as a component for anti-aging masks, as it turned out that yeast can produce collagen when it enters the pores.
We dilute a tablespoon of yeast with warm milk in a 1: 1 ratio, let it rest for at least an hour. Then we add a protein and a tablespoon of honey to the composition, mix and apply to the face. We leave it for 15 minutes, then wash it off.
Important! Before use, be sure to do an allergy test!
Anti-wrinkle gelatin mask
First, the foundation is being prepared. To do this, a tablespoon of the product is poured with two tablespoons of water at room temperature. The mixture swells within a few minutes, after which it is placed in a water bath until completely dissolved. Various additional ingredients are added to the chilled mix depending on the desired result.
"Gelatin is used more as a filler component. There are such means - correctors - explained the beautician. - They contain silicones that fill the wrinkle and create a reflective effect. Light and shadow effect. There is no shadow and the depth of the wrinkle seemsdecrease. Washing: the result is the same as before. The same goes for the gelatin. They applied it, it filled the wrinkle, they washed it, that's all. Let's just say: an artistic effect is achieved, not a curative. If we talk about the functiontherapeutic, then, rather, the same banana will help. "
You can and should take care of yourself. Home care products contain vitamins and minerals and can actually have a temporary but visible effect. The main thing is to make sure that there are no allergic reactions and correctly determine your skin type, so it is advisable to visit the beautician's office first.