Closer to 35, the skin begins to lose its youth and potential. Moisture is not retained so actively, the face gradually "settles down" 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 with that.
Face masks 30+
After 30 years, even oily skin types need periodic hydration, but it's too early to forget about mattifying compounds. But for those with 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.Overly nutritious products will make wrinkles more visible and a passion for "heavy artillery" can cause flaccidity. Care should be tailored to the needs of the skin, so feel free to experiment by combining masks with different effects.
Indications for use
Moisturizing and rejuvenating masks marked "30+" are used to solve several problems:
- early 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 effectiveness. Steam baths also increase the effectiveness of the cure. But beware, they are contraindicated in cardiovascular diseases, thin skin, rosacea and rosacea.
Fresh food and non-metallic utensils are used to mix the masks. It is necessary to apply the product immediately after preparation - remember that natural ingredients deteriorate quickly.
The optimal exposure time for any mask is 10-30 minutes. Keeping it on your face for less or longer is useless: the active ingredients simply don't have time to be absorbed or stop working. But the frequency of use depends solely 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 face 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 work, try another one.
Moisturizing honey mask
For the mixture you need:
- 0, 5-1 tbsp. L. liquid honey;
- 1 teaspoon of sea buckthorn;
- 1 teaspoon aloe vera juice.
Preparation:
- All ingredients are heated separately in a water bath (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 begin to smooth out.
Kefir curd mask
This recipe gently mattifies and whitens helping to maintain skin tone. It is enough to mix 2 components:
- 3 tbsp. L. kefir;
- 1 tablespoon. L. soft cottage cheese.
The mixture is applied to the face, neck and décolleté (suitable for sensitive skin and the eye contour area) and rinsed off with water after 20-25 minutes. 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 feed 1 tbsp. L. kefir is replaced with the same amount of honey. And to refresh the face, add 1 teaspoon to the mask. green.
Protein mask
Classic formulations of whipped proteins and lemon juice mattify, but at the same time strongly dry the skin. But based on these ingredients, you can prepare a nourishing mask that will tighten the oval of the face and narrow the pores. It would need:
- egg white;
- 1 tbsp lemon juice;
- 0, 5 tsp vegetable oil;
- a pinch of salt, sugar and mustard powder;
- 1-3 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 in a mixture and beat for about 2-5 minutes.
Since the mask contains "aggressive" components, make sure there are no allergies.The mixture is applied 1-2 times a week for 10-20 minutes, then rinsed off. The positive effect appears in about 1-3 months.
Refreshing cucumber and protein mask
Cucumber pulp is refreshing, while chicken protein is known to tighten pores and firm skin. Preparation:
- Grate the cucumber on a fine grater.
- Whip 1 egg white (when applying on the neck and décolleté, take 2 pieces) in a compact foam. Connect the components.
The mask is spread on the skin and left on for 10-15 minutes.It is advisable to rinse it first with lukewarm and then cold water.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, will reduce 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 tsp. flower honey and mix with 1 tsp. milk.
- Apply for 10-20 minutes. It can also be used for the eyelids by applying cotton pads soaked in the mass.
- Rinse with a contrast wash.
Prolonged use - at least 2-4 months - relieves the face of crow's feet, reduces dryness and the severity of wrinkles.
Egg mask for combination skin
For cooking you will need:
- 1 egg;
- 12-17 ml of avocado oil;
- 15-25 g of cottage cheese;
- 0. 5 tsp 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, a course of 14 procedures is required, performed every other day.
Gelatin film mask
Gelatin is animal collagen, a substance directly responsible for elasticity. A similar recipe is suitable for oily skin care:
- Soak 1 tbsp. L. gelatin in 2-4 tbsp. L. green tea, milk or water. After 15-20 minutes, dissolve, heating in any convenient way (do not bring to a boil! ).
- Quickly mix 1 teaspoon into the mixture. honey and 0. 5 tsp. lemon juice. Apply to the face in 2-3 layers.
- After 25-30 minutes, the mask is carefully removed in one layer. If it is painful to do this, you can soak and wash the mass with warm water.
In 2-3 months it allows you to remove local inflammation, firm the skin and reduce the number of wrinkles.
Starch lifting mask
The product helps to lift the face by firming the skin.But to get the facelift exactly, you should lie down immediately after applying the mask so as to reduce the effect of gravity.Ingredients:
- 1-2 tbsp. L. potato starch;
- some water;
- 1 chicken or 3-4 quail proteins.
Application:
- The starch is diluted with water and added to the whipped egg whites.
- It is better 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 1–3 months.
Carrot rejuvenation
Carrots contain especially useful vitamins after 30 years: A, K and C. A mask made with it, like a cucumber mask, refreshes after 2-3 applications, giving the skin a healthy and radiant appearance.And constant use allows you to gradually smooth out the network of fine wrinkles. Required components:
- Carrots cut into pieces;
- 1 tablespoon. L. natural cream;
- 1 tsp starch;
- 2-5 drops of juice (0, 5 tsp. Pulp) of cranberries.
The ingredients are mixed thoroughly and placed in a double boiler so that the potato paste can thicken. The ready mixture is applied for 15-30 minutes, then washed off.
Vitamins A and E
To eliminate flabbiness and maintain skin elasticity, vitamin mixtures are produced. 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;
- 5-10 g of cocoa powder.
The process itself:
- The base oils are heated in a water bath to 50 ° C, then carefully mixed with the cocoa. Finally vitamins are added.
- 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 it is necessary to wash off with cold water.
Formulations like these are good for wrinkled and dehydrated skin. But it is better to carry them out in the fall or spring, in cycles 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 the greens eliminate redness and swelling in just 2-3 applications. Components:
- 1 tablespoon. L. ground oatmeal;
- 1 tablespoon. L. chopped dill and parsley;
- 1-2 tsp base oil - almonds or grape seeds.
Preparation and use:
- Mix the ingredients and let it rest for a few minutes. The oatmeal should swell and soften slightly.
- Apply with light movements, massaging the skin lightly and leave on for 10-15 minutes. It washes off in a similar way to scrubs.
Firming mask
Grapes are a natural antioxidant that helps neutralize harmful toxins and radicals.This allows you to maintain the elasticity of the skin by smoothing wrinkles. To prepare the recipe you need:
- Mix honey, grape juice and the same amount of berry pulp in equal proportions.
- Spread the mixture on gauze or cloth, apply to damp face and neck.
- After 15-20 minutes, remove the excess and wash off.
Visible changes will appear after 3-6 procedures. After 3-4 months, the skin is firmed and its relief is significantly improved.
Lifting mask
After 30–40 years, yeast-based formulations acquire special relevance. 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). Just 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 20-40 minutes in a warm place, covering with something.
- Chicken yolk is added immediately before application. The mass is mounted well.
The mask is applied in 2-4 steps.It is washed with lukewarm water, about 15-20 minutes after the last layer has been applied. . . A course of 7-14 procedures is sufficient to smooth minor wrinkles, while the visible lifting will take about 2-4 months of application.
Contraindications and possible consequences
Anti-aging products are not used by women under the age of 25. It is also not recommended to apply home or purchased masks in case of:
- injuries on the face - open wounds, fresh sunburn, skin irritation, etc. ;
- active rashes and inflammation;
- a large number of moles;
- dermatological diseases, including chronic - during an exacerbation;
- the rehabilitation period after some cosmetic procedures - laser resurfacing, chemical peeling, mesotherapy, etc.
Otherwise, such care, if not abused, is considered relatively safe.Of course, as long as you have previously checked for the presence of allergies: the product should be applied to the wrist and left there for 10-60 minutes.If immediately after cleaning the skin and within 24 hours there are no signs of irritation, the mask is not dangerous.
It should be understood that self-prepared masks will not return lost youth. They act rather superficially and will not trigger cell renewal. But they are perfectly capable of maintaining a well-groomed skin appearance and, in combination with well-designed care, can serve as a good tool for the prevention of premature aging.