The loss of firmness and sagging of the skin of the face is a problem that can begin to manifest itself with age from 30-40 years or with a strong loss of weight. It can be solved by performing expensive cosmetic procedures or using natural products. One such product is facial oils that tighten and rejuvenate the skin.
How to tighten your face at home.
Women often face a loss of elasticity of the skin of the face and body in certain periods of life: after childbirth, a drastic weight loss. In addition, the elasticity of the dermis of the face is affected by:
- prolonged exposure to the sun without sunscreen;
- bad habits (smoking, alcohol abuse);
- the use of low-quality cosmetics;
- stress.
To avoid the loss of elasticity, you should try to reduce the influence of these factors or eliminate them.
Use good habits and natural care products to restore elasticity to your skin and tighten it:
- face building - exercises for facial muscles;
- self-massage with creams and oils;
- the use of oils in the care that firms the skin;
- masks with lifting effect;
- rub with ice cubes or wash with hot and cold water alternately;
- scrubs, gommage.
With the regular performance of the above procedures, the effect will be noticeable within a month.
Also, do not forget about a healthy diet, an active lifestyle, and an adequate intake of clean water.
What kind of oil tightens the skin of the face?
Natural oils are effective remedies for wrinkles, stretch marks, laxity, and other skin problems. They are also called elixir of youth. Many of them have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anti-aging effects and eliminate toxins. Vegetable oils penetrate the skin well and carry other substances with them. Essential oils penetrate even more deeply, into the blood and lymph. Therefore, they should be applied to well-cleaned skin so that the impurities, along with the oil, do not penetrate the deep layers of the skin.
Base oils for toned skin
Plant-based oils can be used alone, but the best effect can be achieved by combining them with esters. The most effective makeup bases for the elasticity and firmness of the dermis are listed below.
Grape seed oil
It is a universal product suitable for all skin types, obtained by cold pressing grape seeds. The characteristic of the product is the content of a record amount of vitamin E and linoleic acid, which helps to preserve moisture and restore the skin. It also contains useful tannins, antioxidants, chlorophyll, macro and microelements. The consistency of the oil is light, does not clog pores, tightens them and regulates sebum secretion.
Grapeseed oil is used to restore elasticity to the skin, cellulite, and varicose veins.
Jojoba
The oil is made from the nuts of the simmondsia bush. It contains high amounts of vitamin E and is a liquid wax. For daily use, it is recommended to dilute jojoba 1: 1 with other vegetable oils (peach, almond, avocado, grape seed). In its pure form, it is best applied to small areas of the skin.
The tool is used to prevent stretch marks, smooth rough areas of the dermis and tighten it. Jojoba can be used during pregnancy and in the puerperium, since it has practically no contraindications and does not cause allergies, it is suitable for any skin. Regular application of the oil to the face reduces fine lines and the signs of aging.
Avocado
Get the product from the pulp of the avocado fruit. It has a greenish tint and has a nutty flavor and aroma. The uniqueness of the oil is that the fats in their composition are similar in structure to the fats of human skin, which ensures maximum penetration of nutrients into the dermis. After application, the product does not leave greasy marks.
The product is considered one of the best moisturizing, rejuvenating, nourishing and anti-inflammatory agents, which also has a lifting effect. It can be used by pregnant and lactating women, children.
In addition, base oils with a lifting effect include:
- olive;
- Coconut;
- almond;
- cocoa.
What essential oil tightens the skin?
Essential oils are concentrated, so they are mixed with base oils to avoid damaging the skin and not burning. To prepare a facial care product, add a couple of drops of ether to a tablespoon of base oil or enrich creams and masks with it.
The following esters are suitable for restoring the elasticity of the dermis:
Rose oil
This extract was actively used in the Orient as a cosmetic and perfumery as early as the 10th century. It has a bright, sensual aroma and is a strong aphrodisiac with a dense, fluid texture. Rose oil has a complex composition, which includes around 300 micro and macro elements. This is one of the most expensive and at the same time most popular oils.
Rose oil is ideal for dry, flaky and aged skin. It has a tonic, astringent effect, smoothes and restores the elasticity of the skin, making it more elastic. It also restores the contour of the eyelids, helps to eliminate dermatitis and scars.
Neroli Oil
This product is obtained from the flowers of citrus fruits. It has a strong floral aroma with a bitter tinge and is the main component of famous perfumes. The product is suitable for all skin types, it has a good effect on mature and aged skin.
Neroli oil hydrates the dermis, makes it more elastic, elastic, stimulates its regeneration, smoothes wrinkles, helps fight acne and herpes.
Evening primrose
The remedy is obtained from the flowers of a medicinal plant: evening primrose. A feature of the product is the presence of triglycerides in the composition, which affect the breakdown of fats and a large amount of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.
Evening primrose oil increases skin elasticity, stimulates the body's natural self-rejuvenation process, affects lipid metabolism, stimulates weight loss, strengthens cell membranes and vascular walls, and reduces cholesterol and sugar levels in blood. The tool can be used not only to tighten the skin of the face and body, but also as an additional element for losing weight, treating cardiovascular diseases and varicose veins.
Esters also increase the elasticity of the skin:
- jasmine;
- vetiver;
- Carnation;
- geranium;
- Ylang Ylang;
- cedar;
- incense;
- lemon;
- Tea tree.
Thanks to their rich composition and natural base, the oils help to firm and rejuvenate the skin. Wear them regularly and you will look younger than your age.