Adult skin changes are an unpleasant process, but they are quite natural. Salon procedures and regular home care help to combat them.
Every woman wants to keep her skin young for years to come. But time takes its toll and inevitably leaves an imprint on the face - wrinkles. Some accept their appearance quite calmly, considering it an integral part of life, others do not intend to accept the injustice of nature and fight the hated "enemy" with 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 resort to the services of plastic surgeons. Bright examples of this are the magnificent onesMeryl Streep, star of "Titanic"Kate Winslet, the world's favorite beautyJulia Robertsextremely talentedJody FosterandJuliana Moore. . . All these beautiful women look gorgeous and still remain themselves. Each of their wrinkles is a different, not even played, but experienced role, which they are rightly proud of.
However, this is not a reason to relax and give up on yourself. "And so it will happen" - this is not a story about female beauty. Anyone who manages, as they say, to grow old beautifully, undoubtedly spends a lot of time on self-care, regularly visits beauticians and takes care of their skin at home.
It was for home care today that we decided to talk to an expert - cosmetologist at the centers of aesthetic medicine and cosmetology.
Where do wrinkles come from?
There are two main types of wrinkles: imitative (dynamic) and static. The first, as the name suggests, are formed due to the fact that our face is in constant motion, even if we ourselves are not aware of it. We all frown from time to time, laugh, smile, wrinkle our noses, cry. In the process, grooves naturally appear on the relevant areas of our face, caused by muscle contractions, which disappear simultaneously with the release of a certain emotion.
Over time, due to certain factors, such as age, dry skin, loss of its elasticity, there is a change in structure and then we have to talk about the appearance of static wrinkles, which do not disappear anywhere and are visible even at rest. The problem is faced not only by the elderly, but also by very young people - after 35 years, and even earlier.
Deep wrinkles in the area of the nasolabial triangle, cheeks, chin can be the result of gravitational ptosis, ie sagging of the oval face. The quality of the skin, and hence the severity of wrinkles, can be influenced by genetics, bad ecology, bad habits, stress, insufficient care, constant exposure to sunlight and other adverse external factors.
The beautician explains that if the imitative activity of a certain woman is very high, it is better to immediately seek the advice of a cosmetologist and solve the problem with the help of injections of botulinum toxin. At the same time you do not need to be afraid of side effects - a specialist will conduct a thorough examination and tell you in detail about the indications and contraindications to the procedure. This cosmetic technique helps to relax the muscles while not depriving them of activity. In this way, the doctor manages to simultaneously fight with pronounced facial wrinkles and avoid the side effects of a mask.
If we are talking 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 rough 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 cosmetic clinics constantly. In this case, home care products come to the rescue.
"What is the best home care advice? "The patches work well (cosmetic product for the skin around the eyes in the form of compresses-patches soaked in special compounds, such as Baikal mask extract, anti-edematous components): glued, insulted - 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 that give a good but temporary result. Say they will solve the problem? No, no. But any home care is great, "said the specialist.
Using anti-wrinkle masks at home can be very effective. Internet users are happy to share simple but effective recipes. We gathered the best and, judging by the enthusiastic reviews, the most effective and asked the expert for their comments on this issue.
Important! Before using any new cosmetic product, an allergy test must be done! The doctor told you how to do it right:
"The most sensitive area is the area behind the ear. But you will not see what is happening there. You may feel tingling, numbness or scratching, but you will not see any skin reactions. This testing method is convenient for cosmetics, but not very suitable for self-testing. Therefore, the inner surface of the hand is used for self-examination. The lower third of the forearm, where we wear the watch, is the most sensitive and suitable area for this purpose. "
Banana anti-wrinkle face mask
Our expert welcomes the use of the pulp of this sweet fruit as a home care product:
"The banana is very good. Contains amino acids and vitamin K. "
The beautician suggests kneading the fruit to a mushy 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 perfectly acceptable to use such a composition as a homemade eye mask for wrinkles.
"You can, as before, fold it in gauze and put it on your eyes for about 20 minutes, " advises the expert. - It really works. But not for long. "
This product perfectly moisturizes the skin and gives the face a fresh, relaxed 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, and compare its effect with almost botulinum toxin. Starch is indeed a very valuable product, containing vitamins B, C, as well as calcium, iron, phosphorus and potassium. Cosmetic products based on it give a short-lived, but fast and visible lifting effect.
So, for cooking we need: a tablespoon of starch, 150 ml of water, a tablespoon of greasy 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 other ingredients. Apply on pre-cleansed skin of the face and neck. Wash with warm water after 20-30 minutes and enjoy the reflection in the mirror.
Starch in combination with 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 one protein. Leave on for half an hour and rinse.
Anti-wrinkle face mask with yeast
It turns out that yeast can be used not only in cooking, but also as a component of anti-aging masks, as it turned out that yeast can produce collagen when it enters the pores.
Dilute one tablespoon of yeast with warm milk in a ratio of 1: 1, leave to boil for at least an hour. Then add a protein and a tablespoon of honey to the composition, stir and apply on face. Hold it for 15 minutes, then wash it.
Important! Be sure to take an allergy test before use!
Gelatin anti-wrinkle mask
The base is prepared first. To do this, one tablespoon of the product is poured with two tablespoons of water at room temperature. The mixture swells within a few minutes, then 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 filling. There are such means - concealers, - explained the beautician. - Contains silicones that fill wrinkles and create a reflective effect. Light and shadow effect. There is no shadow, and the depth of the wrinkle seems to decrease. Washed - the result is the same as it was. It's the same with gelatin. They applied it, it filled the wrinkle, washed it - that's it. Let's just say: an artistic effect has been achieved - not a cure. If we talk about the therapeutic function, then rather the same banana will help. "
You can and should take care of yourself. Home care products contain vitamins and minerals and can indeed have a temporary but visible effect. The main thing is to make sure that there are no allergic reactions and to correctly determine your skin type, for which it is advisable to first visit the cosmetics office.