Age-related changes in the skin are an unpleasant process, but quite natural. Salon treatments and regular home care will help combat them.
Every woman wants her skin to remain youthful for years to come. But time will take its toll and will inevitably leave a mark on the face - wrinkles. Some take their appearance quite calmly, see it as an integral part of life, others do not intend to put up with the injustice of nature, and fight the hated "enemy" by all available means.
I have to say that even Hollywood stars, who by the nature of their work are required to look their best at all ages, don’t always use the services of plastic surgeons. Vivid examples of this are wonderfulMeryl Streep, the star of the "Titanic"Kate Winslet, a beloved beauty worldwideJulia Robertsextremely talentedJodie FosterandJulianne Moore. . . These beautiful women look gorgeous and continue to be themselves. Each of their wrinkles is a different, not even played, but lived role they are rightly proud of.
However, this is by no means a reason to relax and give up on yourself. "And so it will be" - it's not about female beauty. Everyone who manages, as they say, to age beautifully will no doubt devote a lot of time to self-care, visit beauticians regularly and take care of their skin at home.
About home care, today we decided to talk to an expert - a cosmetologist at the Center for Aesthetic Medicine and Cosmetology.
Where do wrinkles come from?
There are two main types of wrinkles: imitative (dynamic) and static. The first, as its name suggests, is due to the fact that our face is in constant motion, even if we ourselves are not aware of it. We all frown at times, laugh, smile, frown, cry. In doing so, grooves naturally appear in the appropriate areas of our face, caused by muscle contraction, and which disappear at the same time as a certain emotion "leaves. "
Over time, due to certain factors such as age, dry skin, loss of elasticity, the texture changes and then we have to talk about the appearance of static wrinkles that disappear nowhere and can be seen at rest. The problem is faced not only by the elderly but also by the rather young - after 35 years and even earlier.
The deep wrinkles of the nasolabial triangle, the faces, the chin may be the result of gravitational ptosis, i. e. the sagging of the oval of the face. Skin quality and therefore the severity of wrinkles can be affected by genetics, poor ecology, bad habits, stress, inadequate care, constant exposure to sunlight, and other adverse external factors.
The beautician explains that if the imitation activity of a particular woman is very high, it is better to seek the advice of a beautician immediately and solve the problem with botulinum toxin injections. However, there is no need to be afraid of adverse reactions - a specialist will perform a thorough examination and explain in detail the indications and contraindications of the procedure. This cosmetic technique helps to relax the muscles while not distracting them from the activity. This way, the doctor manages to overcome the pronounced facial wrinkles and avoid the unwanted mask effect at the same time.
If we are talking about static wrinkles, the ways to treat them also require a mandatory discussion with a specialist. The expert explains that the presence of coarse wrinkles involves the mandatory work of a dermatocosmetologist.
Fight wrinkles at home
Salon procedures are, of course, very effective, and the importance of professional care can hardly be overestimated, but not everyone has the opportunity and time to continually use the services of cosmetology clinics. In this case, home care products are saved.
"What is the best home care advice? The patches work well (a cosmetic product for the skin around the eyes in the form of compresses-patches soaked in special compounds such as Baikal skull extract, anti-edematous components): glued, mocked - has an effect. Removed - no effect. Any moisturizing mask is good, but only about two hours before bedtime. Now there are many like woven masks that give good but temporary results. Are you saying they will solve the problem? No, they won't. But all home care is great, "the specialist assured.
Using anti-wrinkle masks at home can be very effective. Internet users are happy to share simple but effective recipes with each other. We have collected the best, and based on the great reviews, the most effective, and have asked for expert comments on this matter.
Important! An allergy test must be performed before using any new cosmetic product! The doctor told me how to do it right:
"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 may not see any skin reaction. This test method is convenient for the beautician, but not very suitable for self-examination. Therefore, the inner surface of the hand is used for self-monitoring. The lower third of the forearm, where we wear the watch, is the most sensitive and suitable zone for this purpose. "
Anti-wrinkle banana face mask
Our expert welcomes the use of cellulose from this sweet fruit as a home care product:
"Bananas are very good. Contains amino acids and vitamin K. "
The beautician recommends kneading the fruit to a paste and adding honey if you are not allergic to it. If your skin is very dry, you can mix banana puree with sour cream. It is quite acceptable to use such a composition as a homemade eye mask for wrinkles.
"You can, as before, fold it into gauze and put it on your eyes for about 20 minutes, " the expert advises. - It really works. But not for a long time".
This product perfectly hydrates the skin and gives the face a fresh, relaxed look.
Anti-wrinkle facial mask
Women who have tried the effect of this supposedly amazing mask claim that it can relieve not only mimic wrinkles, but even deep static wrinkles at home, and can almost compare its effect to that of 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 this 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 greasy sour cream 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 mix with the other ingredients. Apply to previously cleansed face and neck. After 20-30 minutes, wash off with warm water and enjoy the reflection of the mirror.
It gives even better results in combination with starch egg white. This preparation has cleansing properties and is ideal for oily skin. Mix a tablespoon of starch with warm water until smooth, then pour in a protein. Leave on for half an hour and rinse.
Anti-wrinkle yeast face mask
Yeast has been shown to be useful not only for cooking but also as a component of anti-aging masks, as yeast has been shown to be able to produce collagen when it enters the pores.
Dilute a tablespoon of yeast 1: 1 with warm milk and leave to boil for at least one hour. A protein and a tablespoon of honey are then added to the composition, mixed and applied to the face. Hold for 15 minutes and then wash off.
Important! Be sure to have an allergy test before use.
Anti-wrinkle gelatin mask
First, the foundation is made. To do this, pour one tablespoon of product at room temperature with two tablespoons of water. The mixture swells within a few minutes and then goes into 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. There are such tools - concealers - explained the beautician. - They contain silicones that fill in wrinkles and create a reflective effect. Light and shadow effect. There is no shadow and the depth of the wrinkle seems to be getting smaller. Washed - the result is the same as it was. The same is true with gelatin. They put it on, filled in the wrinkles, washed it - that's all. Let’s say an artistic effect is achieved - not healing. When it comes to therapeutic function, the same banana helps rather. "
You can and should take care of yourself. Home care products contain vitamins and minerals and can have a really temporary but visible effect. The most important thing is to make sure that there are no allergic reactions and to determine your skin type correctly, it is advisable to visit your beautician's office first.