The appearance of wrinkles on the face indicates that youth is leaving and adulthood is approaching. Wrinkles between the eyebrows and around the eyes are the first sign of skin aging.
If you do not take proper care of your facial skin, over time it will become sluggish and flabby, and wrinkles will become deep. Of course, modern cosmetology offers a lot of ways to rejuvenate the skin of the face, but it is expensive, and it is so safe.
Therefore, women are asking the question of how to smooth out wrinkles on the face at home more and more often.
Smoothing masks - getting rid of wrinkles
The most popular remedy for smoothing out wrinkles among women is homemade cosmetic masks. Despite the fact that these products are not manufactured in equipped laboratories using high technology, there are many benefits from using smoothing masks:
- The substances in the masks promote the production of collagen, which is necessary for skin elasticity;
- Cell activity is activated;
- Metabolic processes in the skin are normalized;
- Smoothing masks have a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin: they treat acne and rashes, nourish, moisturize and restore;
- With regular use, results are visible after 4-5 procedures.
The best oils for smoothing wrinkles
Natural oils were once the only source of beauty and youth. They were rubbed into the skin, hair and nails to prolong their youth and beauty. Later, oils were replaced by chemical cosmetics and they remained unfairly forgotten.
They will help eliminate fine wrinkles, give the skin radiance and a rested look. You can even remove makeup with oils!
The best oils against facial wrinkles
Every woman faces age-related problems sooner or later. The first wrinkles may appear quite early. The reason for this is expressive facial expressions, or, oddly enough, a cheerful character. The sooner you start fighting wrinkles that appear on your face, the greater your chances of keeping your skin fresh and smooth longer.
Castor oil
One of the most affordable and effective oils is castor oil. Freely sold in any pharmacy, the oil has excellent properties. It consists of 90% ricinoleic acid, which fights expression lines and nourishes dry facial skin. The effect of regular use is noticeable within a month.
Application: other oils can be added to the oil or applied in pure form. The mixture is heated and pressed into the wrinkles with your fingertips. The procedure is carried out daily for a month.
Jojoba oil
This product copes even with formed wrinkles and is especially suitable for mature or very dry facial skin. Due to the high content of the natural antioxidant vitamin E, jojoba oil protects skin cells from the harmful effects of free radicals, and amino acids are responsible for skin elasticity. The oil is instantly absorbed, while creating an invisible, breathable film.
Application: the oil is applied both as a mask and instead of a nourishing cream mixed in a ratio of 1:4
Cacao butter
Cocoa butter contains fatty acids, tannins, methylxatin and vitamins. All these substances are responsible for cell renewal, provide protection from the harmful effects of the environment, and prevent dry skin and the formation of wrinkles.
Application: cocoa butter can be replaced with a nourishing cream; to do this, you need to apply a small piece to your face, and when it starts to melt, move it over the skin. Ideal before bed.
Grape seed oil
All the beneficial properties of this berry are concentrated in grape seeds. Possessing powerful antioxidant properties, the oil perfectly nourishes the skin, has a lifting effect, cleanses pores, and prevents the formation of wrinkles. The main feature of grape seed oil is that it is suitable even for oily skin.
Application: for dry and very dry skin, other fatty oils are added to the mask: jojoba, coconut, shea butter, and for normal and oily skin, grape seed oil is used undiluted.
Coconut oil
Coconut oil nourishes the skin, provides reliable protection from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation, and improves metabolic processes. When applied, an invisible film is formed on the face, which provides an optimal level of moisture, thereby preventing it from drying out and the formation of wrinkles.
Application: only refined oil is suitable for facial care, which is melted and applied to the face before bed. The advantage of coconut oil is that it is very light and suitable even for the eyelid area.
Linseed oil
For aging skin, flax seed oil will be a real panacea, because in terms of biological value it occupies one of the first places. With constant use, you can smooth out small wrinkles, increase skin turgor and tighten the shape of your face.
Application: the mixture is applied to the face, excluding the eye area (it is quite heavy and can cause swelling), after 10 minutes it is washed off with water. Flaxseed oil is useful for both external and internal use. Taking a tablespoon in the morning on an empty stomach and at night, after some time the result will be obvious.
To prevent skin aging and the formation of wrinkles, you should pay attention to the skin of the neck and décolleté. It is these zones that are the first to “sag”, become flabby and reveal true age.
Oils for skin care around the eyes
The skin in the periorbital zone (eye area) is much thinner than on the face, and also lacks sebaceous glands, which is why wrinkles easily form on it. Crow's feet and dark circles give the face a tired look. Natural oils rich in vitamins, minerals and other active substances will help fight these signs of aging.
Olive oil
Olive oil contains various fatty acids. Despite this, it is ideal for caring for the eye area. It is better to use premium unrefined oils, which retain all the beneficial properties.
Application: to reduce the number of crow's feet, apply a compress of olive oil to the eyes daily (10 minutes is enough). Excess is removed with a cotton pad. You can also massage with the pads of your ring fingers. Using gentle patting movements, the oil is driven into the skin, starting from the outer corners of the eyes to the inner ones.
Peach oil
Peach seed oil is often used in skin care around the eyes. It is rich in fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. Compresses and masks based on it will help soften the skin, make it more elastic, and smooth out facial wrinkles.
Application: apply the oil before bed, under the eyes, by gently tapping in with your fingertips. In addition, peach oil can be applied to eyebrows and eyelashes, thereby improving their growth and preventing hair loss.
Almond oil
Almond oil will help moisturize the skin, reduce dark circles under the eyes, and smooth out expression lines. The active components included in the composition make it an indispensable product for caring for aging skin.
Application: every evening, the oil is gently massaged into wrinkles; after half an hour, the residue is removed with a cotton pad. There is no need to apply additional cream, otherwise swelling may appear in the morning.
Sea buckthorn oil
Mainly suitable for very dry and aging skin. Oil from sea buckthorn fruits can eliminate not only fine wrinkles, but also noticeably smooth out deep ones, as well as increase the turgor of flabby areas of the skin. Only cold-pressed varieties are suitable for facial care.
Application: sea buckthorn oil is not used in its pure form. You can add one capsule of vitamin E or any other oil to it. Despite the fact that the area around the eyes needs constant hydration, you should not overuse oils, otherwise milia and swelling may appear. Stopping aging and making wrinkles almost invisible for many years is possible only with proper daily care. Masks based on cosmetic oils are only part of the available means in the fight for youth.
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Indications for the use of smoothing masks
Smoothing wrinkles should be carried out not only during the period when they are clearly noticeable. Using smoothing masks at a younger age will not cause harm, but will prevent premature skin aging.
But the danger lies in the fact that the skin may get used to cosmetic products, and the effect of them will become less significant. In what cases is it necessary to smooth out wrinkles with masks?
- During skin rehabilitation after plastic surgery;
- When sagging and wrinkles appear on the skin;
- When fine wrinkles appear as the first signs of aging, this usually occurs after 30 years.
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How to smooth out wrinkles
Face and neck masks
These anti-wrinkle masks are selected according to your skin type.
For dry skin
Egg
Lightly beat the yolk of a small chicken egg with a fork. Spread olive oil on your face and neck, and whipped egg yolk on top. It is more convenient to apply it with a large cosmetic brush.
This mask perfectly nourishes and moisturizes the skin, making it denser.
Egg yolk wonderfully moisturizes the skin
Tomato
Puree ripe homemade tomatoes in a blender or grate them. Mix tomato puree with starch until a thick paste emerges. Pour a spoonful of vegetable oil into it and stir.
This procedure will help smooth out even deep wrinkles and improve skin color.
Cucumber
Peel and puree a small fresh cucumber in a blender or grate it. Mix with two tablespoons of thick sour cream and spread a thick layer on the face and neck.
This mask will nourish the skin, eliminate flaking and slightly whiten it.
For oily skin
Honey
Dilute a teaspoon of honey with three tablespoons of milk. Add half a teaspoon of fine salt and a tablespoon of starch. Stir, apply evenly to the skin and leave for 20 minutes. Lightly massage your face and wash.
This procedure can be used instead of Botox. It tightens the skin well and, moreover, perfectly cleanses the pores.
Honey, milk and starch work wonders on your face
Yeast
Mix three tablespoons of kefir with a tablespoon of yeast. Add a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice and a couple of drops of hydrogen peroxide to the mixture.
This mask will dry and smooth the skin and even out its color.
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Apple
Peel and pit one medium apple and finely chop. Boil in a quarter glass of milk. The mixture should turn into a homogeneous paste. Cool it to a temperature that is pleasant to the body and spread it on the skin of the face and neck.
This mask will give your skin vitamins, make it healthier and rejuvenate.
For normal skin
Cabbage
Pour 50 g of boiling water over three teaspoons of dry kelp seaweed, cover with a lid and leave for ten minutes. Then pour in a teaspoon of liquid honey and stir. Add a few drops of vitamin E to the oil.
This procedure will make your face fresh and glowing, increase skin elasticity, give it vitality and heal small wounds.
Banana
Mash half a large banana with a spoon into a puree. Add two tablespoons of low-fat sour cream and a spoonful of oatmeal, beaten into the flour in a blender.
Mask with banana and oatmeal will cleanse pores
This mask will gently cleanse the skin and improve its color.
Pumpkin
Peel a piece of ripe soft pumpkin and crush it. Mix three tablespoons of pumpkin puree with one yolk and a teaspoon of honey.
This mask will cleanse pores, nourish the skin and make it healthier.
For mature skin
Avocado
Peel one medium avocado, discard the pit and mash the pulp into a puree. Add the yolk, a teaspoon of olive oil and the same amount of liquid honey.
This procedure will make the skin denser, beautiful and youthful.
Melon
Peel the melon slice and crush it with a fork. You should get two full spoons of puree. Add a tablespoon of sour cream and a teaspoon of honey to it, mix well.
This mask will vitaminize and moisturize the skin, giving it softness and velvety.
Potatoes soften the skin and make it smoother
Potato
Boil one small potato in its skins, cool slightly and peel. Mash with a masher into a puree with a small amount of milk. Separately, dilute a teaspoon of glycerin in a tablespoon of water. Add the yolk, a tablespoon of vegetable oil and water with glycerin to the mashed potatoes.
This mask will soften the skin well and quickly smooth out wrinkles, give a lifting effect and have an anti-inflammatory effect.
Is it possible to achieve the effect of using smoothing masks?
It is clear that every woman wants to see results on her face almost immediately. But in order to fight wrinkles at home, you must follow several rules:
- The main thing in using smoothing masks is regularity.
- Use mask recipes based on products you trust;
- Use only fresh products as ingredients for the mask;
- Smoothing masks are useful to use in combination with other methods of smoothing out wrinkles, for example, facial massage;
- Eliminate sugar, alcohol, and fats from your diet - they contribute to premature aging of the body;
- Drink plenty of fluids.
Also, prepared masks must be used correctly:
- The amount of prepared product should be enough for one time. There is no need to store leftovers.
- Before using the mask, cleanse your skin.
- Apply the mask to the face for a period of at least half an hour.
- It is better to apply the product at night so that it has enough time to soak in and be absorbed.
- Wash off the masks with cool water.
- Before using the mask, test it for an allergic reaction.
- While the mask is in effect, you do not need to talk, smile, or use facial gestures;
- It is enough to use the mask twice a week.
- The mask needs to be changed every two weeks so that it does not become addictive.
Recipe for a mask against wrinkles around the eyes
This mask helps get rid of facial wrinkles that first appear in the corners of the eyes. To prepare the mask you will need:
- Wheat germ oil – 19 drops
- Gelatin – 17 grams
- Chamomile decoction – 20 ml.
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Dissolve gelatin in warm herbal decoction, then add oil. Apply gently counterclockwise to the skin around the eyes. Rinse off very carefully with warm water. After using the mask, apply a soothing eye cream.
