Salon beauty treatments are very effective, but they are quite expensive and not available to everyone on a regular basis. And only they are still not enough to always remain young and beautiful. In any case, the skin needs constant and quality care at home. And mask lifting should become your integral part for women after 30.
Causes of skin aging.
With age, irreversible changes begin to occur in the human body. And since the skin is the largest organ, they appear first. It becomes drier, loses its firmness and elasticity, becomes covered with wrinkles and sags with ugly folds.
The main reasons for such transformations are:
- changes in hormone levels;
- decreased production of collagen and elastin;
- decreased skin moisture;
- negative environmental impacts;
- bad habits;
- lack of sleep and stress;
- various chronic diseases.
It is still impossible to completely stop the aging process, even with high-tech professional methods.
However, with the regular and correct use of homemade lifting masks for facial rejuvenation, you can keep your skin in good condition for a long time, even without the use of radical measures.
Who Needs Masks?
Cosmetologists recommend getting hydrating and nourishing face masks at least once a week after age 25. Due to constant stress and unfavorable ecology, already at this age, the skin begins to suffer and needs support.
But you should not rush to lift masks. Additional stimulation is justified only after 30-35, when the natural cell regeneration rate decreases and the first signs of aging appear:
- lack of natural shine of the skin;
- yellowish or gray complexion;
- deepening of mimic wrinkles;
- sagging and lifelessness of the skin;
- drooping of the corners of the lips and eyes;
- the appearance of horizontal rings on the neck;
- pronounced double chin;
- hyperpigmentation of the skin;
- a feeling of dryness and flaking;
- swelling of the oval of the face;
- bulldog cheeks appearing.
Also, it is highly recommended not to wait for all these negative signs to manifest themselves in full force. The earlier you start using effective masks, the better the result from them.
Rules of application
The result depends largely on the correct application of the lifting masks. Ignorance of the basic principles of its use can nullify all efforts, and even the most expensive means will not give the expected effect:
- the composition of the mask should be selected taking into account the individual characteristics of the skin;
- Before using it for the first time, it is advisable to carry out an allergy test;
- masks according to folk recipes are prepared immediately before use;
- the skin must be well cleaned before the procedure, it is also advisable to do a peeling;
- masks are applied in layers, spreading evenly with a brush along the massage lines;
- then you need to lie quietly with your eyes closed and not speak;
- the mask from the film is removed with a movement in the direction of the chin up;
- The hardened masks must first be soaked by covering the face with a damp cloth for 3-5 minutes.
After the product has been completely washed off, a light moisturizer or gel should be applied to the skin. The frequency of application of lifting masks is no more than 2 times a week. Again you can do multivitamins or nutritious. On other days, the skin should rest, it is also not worth overloading it.
After a rejuvenation course of 10-15 procedures, it is necessary to take a break for at least a month and a half, and then it can be repeated.
Best masks
A good lifting mask must contain moisturizing and nourishing ingredients to continue taking care of your skin. But this is not enough for her to squeeze herself.
Manufacturers add high-tech biologically active components to masks purchased today: liquid collagen, elastin, placental extract, stem cells, nanosilver, etc. Naturally, the price is high, but the results after application are simply fantastic.
But natural remedies work well too. It just takes longer to achieve the same effect. And it is very important to choose the right composition that will be ideal for the skin. Therefore, it is better to consult with a beautician and listen to her advice.
Professional
You can buy a good professional lifting mask today on the Internet or in specialized stores. Its main advantage is its high efficiency: after a few applications, clear changes for the better are noticeable on the face.
The main disadvantage is the rather high price, which is due to the presence of high-tech biologically active components.
The second major problem is that these intensive masks are not suitable for everyone; they often have allergic reactions. Therefore, it is a good idea to buy and use a probe first.
natural
In ordinary cosmetic stores, you can buy masks with a lifting effect, which are based on natural ingredients: plant extracts, essential oils, algae. It is allowed to use more frequently, with an intensive course, even every other day.
People
If you are not lazy, you can prepare good anti-aging masks at home on your own according to popular recipes. There are many, but most are based on the same components: cosmetic clay, yeast, natural and essential oils, honey, decoctions or tinctures of medicinal herbs.
Here are three of the most popular, simple, and effective homemade face mask recipes:
- Clay. In two tablespoons of cosmetic clay (preferably white or green), pour a tablespoon of fresh grape juice and add a teaspoon of peach, olive or wheat germ oil. Mix everything well, apply on the face and keep until completely dry. Don't move or speak! The mask provides an excellent rejuvenating effect, perfectly cleanses and closes the pores, improves the complexion.
- With retinol. These masks are suitable for those who have problems with increased oily skin: they regulate the activity of the sebaceous glands and perfectly strengthen the capillaries, allowing you to get rid of the vascular network. In a tablespoon of homemade cream or sour cream, add two retinol ampoules (or 10 drops) and crushed aloe pulp into a mush. Keep for at least half an hour.
- Ginger. Perfectly improves blood circulation, accelerates metabolic processes, tightens and rejuvenates the skin. Add a teaspoon of honey, the same amount of freshly squeezed ginger juice, half a teaspoon of ground cinnamon to a tablespoon of flaxseed oil. If the mask is too runny, you can thicken it with pea or rice flour. Apply in layers along the massage lines and leave for 15-20 minutes. In case of severe burns, wash first. Not recommended for very fine and sensitive skin.
There are many other useful recipes that you can find or compose. The main thing to remember is that you should not jump from one tool to another. To get a good result, you need to wear a mask for at least a month. Then you can take a break and try something new.
Contraindications
It may sound strange, but there are contraindications to the use of lifting masks. They are few, and are mainly associated with the peculiarities of the composition of these cosmetics. You cannot use them:
- before turning 30;
- six months after any plastic surgery on the face;
- in violation of the integrity of the skin;
- with purulent acne and dermatological problems;
- with severe rosacea;
- in the later stages of obesity.
It is strictly forbidden to use professional products and masks with aloe for people with cancer; they can exacerbate its course and accelerate tumor growth.
Fixing the result
To enhance the effect of face masks, it is necessary to reconsider the diet and at least slightly change the lifestyle. Experts advise to follow the following recommendations:
- give up bad habits - nicotine and alcohol dry out the skin and accelerate its aging;
- add fresh fruits and vegetables, fatty fish, seeds and nuts, whole wheat bread and cereals to the menu;
- drink at least 1, 5 liters of clean non-carbonated water per day;
- limit coffee consumption to 1-2 cups a day;
- refuse to visit the solarium, do not sunbathe;
- Before going out in the sun, protect your face with a cream with UV filters.
It is very useful to massage your face regularly and, if possible, conduct a course of cosmetic hardware procedures at home or in a salon every six months.
summarizing
According to most women, it is impossible to do a high-quality face lift at home, especially after the age of 35, just using masks. However, they are of great help in the fight to preserve beauty and youth. Combined with other anti-aging treatments, and in between, they give remarkable results.
Naturally, high-quality professional products, when properly selected and applied, work better than masks exclusively on a natural basis. This is not surprising: formulas for leading manufacturers are developed by first-class specialists in modern scientific laboratories. Therefore, if there is an opportunity to buy such masks at least once a year, it is worth doing.
But neither should home remedies be neglected. The skin will respond to any vitamin and mineral nutrition improving the complexion, increasing turgor and reducing the number of wrinkles. The main thing is regular care and high-quality cleaning. Therefore, when using masks, peeling should be done at least once a week. Helps unclog pores and remove the top layer of dead skin cells. This means that the skin will be able to breathe and the nutritional components of the lifting masks will penetrate more deeply.
