With age, the skin loses its firmness and freshness. And to protect the youth, the fair sex turn to cosmetologists for expensive procedures, and some even resort to the help of a plastic surgeon to correct the oval of the face. However, other less radical methods can also preserve beauty and freshness. In our article we will tell you how to do it at home using folk methods.
Preparation of masks to rejuvenate and tighten the skin
One of the first tools used in the fight against facial aging is masks that are simple and accessible to all components. Let's look at the most popular recipes.
- Cucumber mask- Suitable for combination or dry skinThese include: cucumber pulp puree (peel and seeds must be removed in advance), as well as beaten egg whites. These two ingredients should be mixed and 1 tsp added. vegetable oil (preferably olive). This product will not only tighten the skin, but also help to lighten wet spots on the face. Frequency of use - twice a week for 3 months.
- White clay mask. . . To cook it, you need to mix 2 tbsp. l. white clay (available at the pharmacy), 1 tbsp. l. grape juice and 1 tsp. crushed wheat seeds. Apply the product in an even layer on the neck and face for 20 minutes. Then rinse with lukewarm water and dry the skin with a towel with gentle staining movements.
- Dill mask. . . The product has refreshing and toning properties. To prepare it, you need 1 tablespoon of oatmeal and 1 tablespoon of finely chopped dill. Then you need to add 1 tsp. After mixing the olive oil and all the ingredients, apply the product on the skin for about 20 minutes. It is recommended to repeat the procedure once a week and a half.
- Wheat flour mask.Perfectly nourishes & tightens facial skinBeat 1 egg, add 1 tsp. salt and 50 g of vegetable oil. Then pour 25 g of wheat flour with 0. 25 l of water and cook until the mixture thickens. Then pour a glass of cold water into it (this will prevent the skin from forming as it cools). When the temperature reaches room temperature, drain the water, add to the egg-greased mass and beat well until a thick consistency is obtained. The mask should be applied for 20-30 minutes.
Contrast face wash
Rubbing your face with an ice cube or a contrasting detergent can also help rejuvenate your skin at home. For this purpose it is better to use a frozen decoction of herbs. To prepare it, pour 400 ml boiling water 2 tbsp. l. fresh parsley and calendula flowers. After 40 minutes, pour the infusion into molds and place in the freezer. Wipe your face with this broth cubes every morning.
Applying contrast compresses to the skin is very effective. In this case, it is advisable to use decoctions of the same herbs (wormwood, chamomile, dandelion, etc. ), rather than ordinary water. First apply a warm compress for 2-3 minutes, then a few seconds. Compresses should be changed 5-10 times, and this procedure should not be more than three times a week.
Face lifting exercises
Lifting gymnastics is another effective tool for facial stretching. It should be done every morning and evening. Before exercising, the skin should be cleansed and moisturized with a cream. One session will not take you more than 30 minutes. Sit comfortably in front of a mirror to start training. Observing which facial muscles are involved will help you to perform the exercises correctly.
First, do a short warm-up. Take a deep breath and exhale several times. Gently massage the skin in a circular motion with your hands and tap with your fingertips (this will improve blood circulation). Then start gymnastics.
Exercises for forehead skin - will help to smooth, tighten and relax the skin. Follow these steps:
- Massage the point in the middle of the forehead for 1 minute, pulling back a finger width from the hair follicles. Apply pressure in a circular motion (clockwise). At the same time, the finger pad should be directed upwards. At the same time, pull the tip of the nose down with the middle finger of the second hand.
- Then place the fingers of both hands at certain points. Place the middle fingers in the middle of the forehead, place the index fingers even higher, where the protrusion of the front bone is, and place the ring fingers at the base of the eyebrows. All fingertips should look up.
- Now start doing circular massage movements with all your fingers at the same time. In this case, the right hand should go counterclockwise and the left hand counterclockwise. Practice for 1 minute.
Exercises for the upper eyelids. The skin of the eyelids is very thin and delicate, and the first wrinkles appear on it. To prevent such changes, you need to:
- Place three fingers of both hands under the eyebrows. From now on, lift your eyebrows with the pads of your fingers, try to reach the line of the eyebrow bone. Hold this position with your eyes open for 10 seconds.
- Then lower your eyebrows, facing the fingers that point upwards. Stay in this position for 10 seconds.
- Then remove your fingers and relax. The exercise should be repeated 3-4 times.
Exercises to lift the contour of the face. To maintain a beautiful face shape, first of all it is necessary to periodically wrap it with an elastic bandage. This can be done at night or during the day when you are at home, if such a device does not bother you.
In connection with exercise, "cheek swelling" is very effective:
- Take a deep breath, inflating your mouth with the maximum amount of air in your mouth. Without letting out the air, start pressing on them with your palms. At this point, try to inflate your cheeks as much as possible to resist your hands.
- Stay in this position for about 15 seconds, then relax.
- Repeat the exercise 4 times.
Gymnastics gives good results for the face, which consists of the pronunciation of vowels. To do this, stretch your lips forward and pronounce the letters "a", "o" and "y" expressively (10-15 times each).
Remember that facial stretching at home does not give immediate results. You need regularity and perseverance to achieve the desired effect. However, it is one of the proven and completely harmless methods of facial rejuvenation.