Every woman strives to always remain attractive. The main guarantee of this is proper facial skin care, which is also completely possible at home. We are talking about anti-aging procedures and facial skin tightening that can be done at home.
Causes of skin aging
Science has not yet fully clarified the causes of aging. But its manifestations have been well studied. The most important thing is to violate the resistance of the tissues to the metabolic processes occurring in them. Put simply: the body's cells cannot restore their chemical balance after the reactions that have taken place in them, as a result they lose their functionality and cannot perform their tasks with the same efficiency. If we talk about the skin, then it loses its tone, becomes too dry and wrinkled. There are other factors that lead to more intense or premature aging of the epidermis:
- lack of skin care;
- poor nutrition;
- frequent stress on the skin (for example, in the cold).
Although skin aging is definitely inevitable, it can be slowed down and its manifestations can be reduced with care and preventive measures.
Skin care tips
Facial skin care at home for the prevention of epidermal tissue aging includes a number of measures. Let's talk about the main ones that every woman should take.
Makeup removal
Although modern cosmetics only contain ingredients that are safe for the human body, they put a certain burden on the skin of the face. For example, foundation clogs pores and doesn't allow you to breathe. Therefore, make-up must always be removed upon returning home. To remove it, use the most neutral products or plain water (if possible).
Face cleaning
Epidermal tissues are regularly renewed. The frequency of this process depends on the characteristics of the organism, and for different people it takes an average of 20-40 days. Dead skin cells exfoliate, but often do not fall off on their own and remain on the face. This has two harmful consequences. First, dead tissue clogs pores and prevents the skin from breathing. Secondly, it can contribute to the development of pathogenic microflora. Therefore, your face should be cleaned regularly. The most effective and safest way to do this is to use a special scrub or pad. They do a good job of exfoliating dead skin particles without causing any damage.
Facial skin toning
As mentioned above, with advancing age, epidermal cells find it increasingly difficult to restore the chemical balance disturbed during metabolic processes. Because of this, the skin loses its tone, which is due to a change in composition. This problem is solved by further toning the skin with the help of special cosmetics. These are called tonics or tonics.
When choosing a tonic, the characteristics of the skin must be taken into account. For example, a mattifying toner should not be used if it is too dry - it can only harm you.
Moisturizing facial skin
With advancing age, many women face the problem of skin dryness, which is caused by a disturbance in the chemical balance of the epidermis. This affects the appearance of the skin and can have adverse health consequences - for example, the appearance of microcracks.
The fight against dry skin is done with the help of special cosmetics. There are many serums on the market today that saturate the epidermal tissue with moisture.
There are also folk remedies for hydration that involve the use of herbs. For example, we can smear our face with gauze soaked in chamomile decoction or make a mask from crushed aloe leaves. It also helps to eliminate dryness.
Use of sunscreen
The upper layer of the epidermis dies as a result of the ultraviolet radiation in the sun's rays. This leads to dryness and peeling of the skin. Unfavorable processes also take place in the deeper layers of the epidermal tissue - the melanin hormone is produced in the body as a result of the sun's rays. Its excess can cause metabolic disorders in the skin and, as a result, deterioration of appearance.
For this reason, the face and other parts of the body must be covered with sunscreen when sunbathing. It not only prevents the harmful effects of excessive tanning, but also moisturizes the skin, which is also very important in the summer heat. We also recommend wearing a hat with a sun visor, which prevents the sun's rays from reaching the face.
Regular face massage
The skin itself does not produce essential nutrients, but receives them through the blood. However, with advancing age, the blood supply to the epithelium deteriorates, and the condition and appearance of the skin deteriorates as well.
The situation can be corrected by improving blood flow to the facial area. The easiest way to do this at home is massage.
No need for complicated massage techniques. Simply move your palm over your face for 2-3 minutes, starting from the area of your forehead above the bridge of your nose.
This in itself causes a noticeable blood flow in the epidermis and increases the amount of nutrients in the massaged area, which leads to a tightening of the facial skin.
It is recommended to perform this massage at least once a day. It is best to do it at the end of the day, 1. 5-2 hours before going to bed.
Adequate nutrition and drinking water
To maintain the chemical balance of the facial skin, you need to eat right. You should exclude from the diet too fatty and high-calorie foods, do not eat a lot of salty and sweet foods, try to avoid fast food and processed foods.
It is also recommended to minimize the consumption of coffee and alcohol, as they affect the capillary circulation, the first constricts the blood vessels, the second dilates them. This has a detrimental effect on the epidermal capillaries.
The following products are beneficial for the skin of the face:
- fruits, vegetables and herbs;
- dairy products;
- large;
- bran bread;
- Fish and seafood;
- lean meat.
Meals should be varied. For example, breakfast porridge, lunch with a side dish of lean meat, and dinner a small bite of fruit. The menu for each subsequent day should be different from the previous one (at least within a week). Snacks should be prepared between main meals, while reducing the portions of lunch, breakfast and dinner. There should be a total of 4-6 meals per day.
The drinking system is also important for the health of the skin. Drink 1-2 liters of water per day. This helps to maintain the necessary level of moisture in the epidermis. Water should not be replaced with carbonated drinks, fruit juice or compote. Here we are only talking about clean drinking water. Alternatively, only mineral water can be used, preferably carbonated or carbonated.
It is advisable to drink it from the moment you wake up, in small portions during the day when you feel thirsty. But after 19: 00 it is better to refrain from drinking water. It is a fact that in the evening, as the body prepares for sleep, the metabolic processes slow down, and the consumption of moisture can cause microedema, which can damage the condition and appearance of the facial skin in the future.
Facial skin rejuvenation techniques
The most common facial skin rejuvenation techniques are:
- face lifting;
- peeling;
- microcurrents, darsonvalization and light therapy;
- Masks, patches and serums;
- ultrasonic cleaning, vacuuming.
Let's look at each of them in more detail.
Face lift
The term comes from the English word lift - to raise. The name well reflects its essence - during the procedure, the tone of the skin increases and it seems to rise.
Today there are several types of lifts, but only two can be done at home.
RF lift
This technique involves influencing the epidermis using radio waves, which trigger natural regeneration processes in the skin.
Ultrasonic
In this case, the skin is exposed to ultrasound. It is performed at home with a special hand-held device.
Microcurrents, darsonvalization and light therapy
Today, facial physiotherapy is also available at home to improve the condition of the skin:
- Microcurrents.This includes the effect of low current and voltage on the epidermis. Improves skin tone.
- Darsonvalization.The procedure is similar to the previous one, but involves changing the frequency of the current and affects a smaller area of the skin. It also improves skin tone.
- Phototherapy.With the help of a special mask, it provides the skin with moderate exposure to ultraviolet and infrared light. It normalizes the metabolic processes of the epidermis.
All three procedures are performed with special tools. Microcurrents will also require a special conductive gel to be applied to the face.
Masks, patches and serums
During the masks, a nutritional composition is placed on the face to supply the epidermal cells with the substances necessary for normal functioning. You can make them yourself. Compositions depend on the goals of the procedure. So a hydrating mask is different from a nourishing one. The universal composition should include proteins, fats, vitamins and amino acids, so one of the most common recipes includes:
- 2 tsp cottage cheese;
- 1 medium cucumber without skin;
- 1 teaspoon olive oil.
Keep the mask on your face for about an hour. If desired, you can substitute different compositions for different tasks.
Ready-made masks can be purchased in the store. You can simply apply them to your face (sometimes you need to dilute them with water).
Stains are pieces of canvas soaked in nutrients. They work like masks, but are more convenient to use.
The serum is essentially a mask concentrate. Apply to the face for a short time (5-15 minutes) and in a very small amount (usually 2-3 drops, depending on the product).
Ultrasonic cleaning, vacuuming
These procedures are used to unclog pores clogged with oily secretions. As the name suggests, ultrasonic cleaning uses ultrasound, while vacuuming uses negative pressure. Both versions of the procedure are performed with special tools.
Peeling
Facial peeling is a procedure to remove the dead skin layer from the facial area. The following types are available at home:
- Chemical.A special preparation is applied to the face, which breaks down the dead skin tissue. It is then cleaned.
- Mechanical.In this case, the beautician performs the peeling manually using special brushes and files.
- Ultrasonic.Ultrasound pulses are sent to the skin to exfoliate the dead skin.
Ultrasonic peeling is more beneficial - safe and effective.
Massage for facial skin rejuvenation
Facial self-massage is an effective procedure that can be performed at home. He helps:
- improves blood flow in the epidermal tissue;
- normalizes metabolic processes in the skin;
- improves skin tone.
The easiest way to self-massage the face is a simple stroking, which should be started from the forehead above the bridge of the nose. But this is not enough for a really good effect. In order for massage procedures to be as effective as possible, you need to use several techniques and alternate them correctly.
Popular products and ingredients for skin rejuvenation
The following materials and plants are most often used for facial care and skin rejuvenation;
- Aloe vera;
- retinol;
- Vitamin C;
- hyaluronic acid;
- collagen;
- omega-3 fatty acids.
Let's talk about how useful they are.
Aloe vera
Aloe vera (and other types of plants) are primarily used to hydrate the skin, as they contain a lot of water and substances that help preserve it. In addition, they perfectly nourish the epidermis with amino acids, vitamins and tannins (aloin, resins), which increase skin tone. Another property of the plant is the destruction of pathogens. Aloe vera is often used in masks instead of or together with cucumber.
Retinol
Retinol, or true vitamin A, plays an important role in redox processes and the regulation of protein synthesis in the body. In fact, without it, the restoration of many tissues, including epidermal tissue, is impossible. And this means the renewal of the facial skin. Retinol is used in creams and masks, and is also taken orally in a course - separately or as part of multivitamin complexes.
vitamin C
Vitamin C is responsible for the healing and restoration of the skin's protective functions, as well as its ability to resist the effects of harmful microflora. Regular intake of the substance makes the epidermis more flexible, helps to better resist the harmful effects of the sun and retains moisture. It can be used in masks, creams or internally.
Hyaluronic acid
Hyaluronic acid is one of the elements that make up skin cells. It participates in the metabolic processes of the epidermis and ensures the normal functioning of the nerves and capillaries under the skin. As age progresses, less and less is produced, so the epidermis is supplied with the substance from the outside - with the help of creams, patches, masks.
Collagen
Collagen is a protein that forms the basis of the dermis, the lower part of the skin below the epidermis. With its absence, the structure of the dermis changes. This leads to loose, reduced skin tone and the appearance of wrinkles. The lack of collagen is compensated with the help of special cosmetics containing it. Since protein promotes the absorption and preservation of other nutrients by the cells of the human body, cosmetics made with it give good results.
Omega-3 fatty acids
Omega-3 fatty acids are substances that are involved in protein synthesis, but which the human body cannot synthesize on its own. Without them, complete regeneration of the epidermis is impossible. To get the normal amount of omega-3 acids, you need to eat a balanced diet that includes fish. Or take them separately - orally or as part of skin-nourishing facial products.
Recommendations and warnings
The wrong approach to skin care, rejuvenation and anti-aging can be harmful. Here are some important rules and recommendations, the observance of which will help to avoid harmful consequences and damage to health.
How to avoid damage to the facial skin during care
Massage and physiotherapy skin care procedures cannot be performed if:
- dermatological diseases;
- injuries (bruises, abrasions, cuts);
- neurological pathologies of the face;
- oncological diseases.
If you feel any discomfort during the procedure, you should stop the session immediately. If the discomfort persists, you should seek medical help.
Do not use excessive force during procedures such as massage or mechanical peeling. This may cause skin damage.
How to choose skin care products
Ideally, skin care products should be prescribed by a beautician. If you cannot visit it, it is better to follow the recommendations of the cosmetic manufacturer. In general, the product indicates its purpose, the skin type for which it is intended, as well as contraindications. You should pay special attention to the latter - this will help you avoid problems in the future.
As for brands, you should focus on more or less established and popular brands. If you buy "no-name" cosmetics, you can get into trouble. At least this will be the lack of the desired result from use. Well, in the worst case, various harmful consequences - for example, irritation.
If redness, rash or swelling occurs after using the skin care product, stop using it immediately. If these symptoms do not disappear after a while, you should seek medical help.
When to turn to professionals
It's never a bad idea to get help from a professional beautician. A qualified cosmetologist performs any procedure better than a person who does not have special knowledge and skills in the relevant field of medicine. Therefore, whenever possible, consult a professional. Even if you don't have a serious problem with your skin condition, the beautician will select skin care products as effectively as possible and recommend suitable home measures that will help your skin to retain its youthfulness for longer and slow down its aging.
Conclusion
As age progresses, the condition of the facial skin deteriorates. You can fix it at home. Preventive measures (proper nutrition, cleaning, timely removal of make-up), cosmetics and care products (masks, patches, serums), physiotherapy techniques (microcurrents), massage help in this. None of the above can be called completely effective. All these measures give the best results only in combination (for example, prevention + regular masks + massage).
With regular skin care and the selection of appropriate, well-thought-out procedures, your condition will begin to improve within 3-4 weeks. It will be less dry, more flexible and more attractive. At the same time, the general condition of the body will improve - after all, rejuvenation of the epidermis involves proper nutrition, drinking water, intake of vitamins and microelements. Your peace of mind will improve, not least because you will be satisfied with your appearance.