Closer to 35 years, the skin begins to lose its youth and its potential. Moisture is not so actively retained, the face gradually "settles" and the first wrinkles form around the lips and eyes. It is important not to miss this moment by diluting the usual care with anti-aging products. And homemade masks can help.
Face masks 30+
After 30 years, even oily skin needs to be hydrated periodically, but it is too early to forget about mattifying compounds. But for owners of a "dry" face, it's time to wake up - moisturizing masks should be alternated with those aimed at restoring and renewing the epidermis.Although the transition from young to mature skin should not be accompanied by extremes.Products that are too nourishing will only make wrinkles more visible, and the passion for "heavy artillery" can cause limpness. The care must be adapted to the needs of the skin, so do not hesitate to experiment by combining masks with different effects.
Indications for use
Hydrating and rejuvenating masks marked "30+" are used to solve several problems:
- first age-related changes;
- wrinkles, including facial expressions;
- pigmentation;
- gravitational ptosis - sagging of the face under the influence of gravity;
- pronounced nasolabial folds;
- "Bulldog cheeks";
- double chin;
- dullness, dehydration, flaking and dry skin.
Rules of application and frequency of use of masks
Homemade products are applied only to the previously prepared skin.Before the main procedure, you need to remove makeup and cleanse your face.Using a scrub or exfoliation will increase the effectiveness. Steam baths also increase the effectiveness of the treatment. But beware, they are contraindicated in cardiovascular disease, thin skin, rosacea and rosacea.
Fresh food and non-metallic utensils are used to mix the masks. You should apply the product immediately after preparation - remember that natural ingredients deteriorate quickly.
The optimal exposure time for any mask is 10 to 30 minutes. Keeping it on the face for less or longer is unnecessary - the active ingredients just don't have time to be absorbed or stop working. But the frequency of use depends only on the condition of the skin: 1 to 3 times a week.
The mask can remain on the face until it is completely absorbed, but its drying is usually undesirable - periodically spray the applied mixture with water.
Recipes for 30+ anti-aging masks
The effectiveness of the formulations depends on the individual characteristics of the skin, age, as well as the naturalness, quality and freshness of the ingredients used. Don't be discouraged if one of the recipes doesn't suit you, try another.
Moisturizing honey mask
For the mixture you need:
- 0. 5 to 1 tbsp. liquid honey;
- 1 teaspoon of sea buckthorn oils;
- 1 teaspoon of aloe vera juice.
Preparation:
- All the ingredients are heated separately in a water bath (up to the same temperature). Then they are mixed.
- You can add 1-5 drops of geranium essential oil. The mask is applied for 10-20 minutes and rinsed off.
After 2-3 weeks of application, the face visually improves, the skin becomes soft and hydrated. And after 2 months, the small wrinkles start to fade.
Kefir-curd mask
This recipe gently mattifies and whitens while helping to maintain skin tone. It is enough to mix 2 components:
- 3 tbsp. kefir;
- 1 tbsp. l. soft cottage cheese.
The mixture is applied to the face, neck and décolleté (suitable for sensitive skin and around the eyes), and after 20-25 minutes it is washed off with water. Positive changes are visible after 3-4 weeks of regular use.
If the mass is liquid, you can add potato starch or flour. To soften and nourish 1 tbsp. l. kefir is replaced with the same amount of honey. And to refresh the face, add 1 teaspoon to the mask. greenery.
Protein mask
Classic formulations of whipped protein and lemon juice mattify, but at the same time they strongly dry the skin. But from these ingredients, you can prepare a nourishing mask that will tighten the contours of the face and tighten the pores. Would need:
- egg white;
- 1 teaspoon of lemon juice;
- 0, 5 teaspoon vegetable oil;
- a pinch of salt, sugar and mustard powder;
- 1 to 3 drops of bergamot essential oil.
Preparation:
- Pour salt and sugar into the protein, beat until an airy mass is formed.
- Slightly heat the oils and lemon juice in a double boiler. Mix with mustard and esters.
- Combine everything into one mixture and beat for about 2 to 5 minutes.
Since the mask contains "aggressive" components, make sure there is no allergy. The mixture is applied 1-2 times a week for 10-20 minutes, rinsed off later. The positive effect appears in about 1 to 3 months.
Refreshing cucumber and protein mask
Cucumber pulp is refreshing, while chicken protein is known to tighten pores and tighten skin. Preparation:
- Grate the cucumber on a fine grater.
- Beat 1 egg white (when applying to the neck and décolleté, take 2 pcs. ) To a firm foam. Connect the components.
The mask is spread over the skin and left in place for 10 to 15 minutes.It is advisable to rinse it first with lukewarm water and then cold.A single application will temporarily even out the tone of the face and eliminate signs of fatigue, and after 2-3 months of regular use, it will smooth out pigmentation and wrinkles.
Anti-wrinkle milk mask
The tool copes with the first signs of age-related changes and mimics wrinkles. Recipe:
- Grind the egg yolk with 1 tbsp. flower honey and mix with 1 tbsp. Milk.
- Apply for 10 to 20 minutes. It can even be used for the eyelids by applying cotton soaked in the mass.
- Wash with a contrasting wash.
Prolonged use - at least 2-4 months - will relieve the face of crow's feet, reduce dryness and the severity of wrinkles.
Egg mask for combination skin
To cook you will need:
- 1 egg;
- 12-17 ml of avocado oil;
- 15-25 g of cottage cheese;
- 0, 5 teaspoon lemon juice.
The components are thoroughly mixed and applied to the face in a dense layer, washed off after half an hour. The mask is designed for high quality nutrition with a slight tightening effect.To achieve a lasting result, you need a course of 14 procedures, carried out every other day.
Gelatin film mask
Gelatin is animal collagen - a substance directly responsible for elasticity. A similar recipe is suitable for the care of oily skin:
- Soak 1 tbsp. l. gelatin in 2-4 tbsp. l. green tea, milk or water. After 15 to 20 minutes, dissolve it by heating in a way that suits you (do not bring to a boil! ).
- Quickly add 1 teaspoon to the mixture. honey and 0. 5 tbsp. lemon juice. Apply to the face in 2-3 layers.
- After 25-30 minutes, the mask is carefully removed in a single layer. If it is painful, you can soak and wash the mass with warm water.
In 2-3 months, it allows you to remove local inflammation, tighten the skin and reduce the number of wrinkles.
Starch lifting mask
The product helps lift the face by firming the skin.But to get the facelift exactly, you need to lie down immediately after applying the mask to reduce the effect of gravity.Ingredients:
- 1 to 2 tablespoons. mashed potatoes;
- some water;
- 1 chicken or 3-4 quail protein.
Application:
- Starch is diluted with water and added to beaten egg whites.
- It is best to apply the mass in several layers and rinse off after 20-30 minutes, when the mask dries and begins to tighten noticeably.
The visible effect appears after 1 to 3 months.
Carrot rejuvenation
Carrots contain vitamins that are particularly useful after 30 years: A, K and C. A mask made of it, like a cucumber mask, refreshes after 2-3 applications, giving the skin a healthy glow and glow.And constant use gradually smooths the network of fine wrinkles. Components Required:
- chopped carrots;
- 1 tbsp. l. natural cream;
- 1 teaspoon of starch;
- 2-5 drops of cranberry juice (0. 5 tbsp. Pulp).
The ingredients are thoroughly mixed and placed in a double boiler so that the potato paste can thicken. The ready-made mixture is applied for 15-30 minutes, then washed off.
Vitamins A and E
To eliminate the softness and maintain the elasticity of the skin, vitamin mixtures are made. For such a mask you will need:
- 10 drops of vitamin A;
- 12 drops of vitamin E;
- 5 ml of wheat germ oil;
- 7 ml of rice or olive oil;
- 5 to 10 g of cocoa powder.
The process itself:
- The base oils are heated in a water bath at 50 ° C, then mixed well with cocoa. Vitamins are added at the end.
- When the mask cools down a bit, we apply it to the face, neck and décolleté.
- After 15-20 minutes, excess funds are removed with a damp cloth, after which you need to wash with cold water.
Formulations like these are good for wrinkled and dehydrated skin. But it is better to do them in the fall or spring, in the course of 14-20 procedures with an interval of 2-3 days - during these periods the person needs additional nutrition.
Purifying mask
Hercules gently exfoliates impurities, while greens remove redness and puffiness in just 2-3 applications. Components:
- 1 tbsp. l. ground oatmeal;
- 1 tbsp. l. chopped dill and parsley;
- 1 to 2 teaspoons of base oil - almonds or grape seeds.
Preparation and use:
- Mix the ingredients and let stand for a few minutes. The oatmeal should swell and soften slightly.
- Apply with light movements, massaging the skin for a while and leave to act for 10 to 15 minutes. Washes in the same way as scrubs.
Firming mask
Grapes are a natural antioxidant that helps neutralize toxins and harmful radicals.This allows you to maintain the elasticity of the skin by smoothing out wrinkles. To prepare the recipe you need:
- Mix equal parts honey, grape juice and the same amount of berry pulp.
- Spread the mixture on a cheesecloth or cloth, apply to wet face and neck.
- After 15 to 20 minutes, remove the excess and wash.
Visible changes will appear after 3-6 procedures. After 3-4 months, the skin is firmed and its relief is noticeably improved.
Lifting mask
After 30 to 40 years, yeast-based formulations acquire special importance. They are rich in amino acids, vitamins H, E and group B, which allows them to have a rejuvenating and anti-inflammatory effect. Preparation:
- Heat about 2 tbsp. l. apricot or peach oil (you can take both in a 1: 1 ratio). Simply add about 20-30g of dry yeast to the mixture. If they are soft, they must first be grated and the tablets must be crushed.
- Stir and remove for 20 to 40 minutes in a warm place, covering with something.
- Chicken yolk is added immediately before application. The mass is well whipped.
The mask is applied in 2 to 4 steps.Washes off in lukewarm water, about 15-20 minutes after the last layer is spread. . . To smooth minor wrinkles, a course of 7-14 procedures is sufficient, while the visible facelift will take about 2-4 months of application.
Contraindications and possible consequences
Anti-aging products are not for use by women under the age of 25. In addition, it is undesirable to apply homemade or purchased masks in case of:
- lesions on the face - open wounds, cool sunburns, skin irritations, etc.
- active rashes and inflammation;
- a large number of moles;
- dermatological diseases, including chronic - during an exacerbation;
- the rehabilitation period after certain cosmetic procedures - laser resurfacing, chemical peels, mesotherapy, etc.
Otherwise, this care, if not abused, is considered relatively safe.Of course, provided you have previously checked for allergies: the product is applied to the wrist and left there for 10 to 60 minutes.If immediately after cleansing the skin and within 24 hours there is no sign of irritation, the mask is not dangerous.
It should be understood that self-prepared masks will not make the youth lost. They act rather superficially and will not trigger cell renewal. But they are quite capable of maintaining a well-groomed appearance of the skin, and in combination with well-designed care, they can serve as a good tool for the prevention of premature aging.