As a woman ages, her skin loses moisture, and the production of collagen and elastin decreases. As a result, changes and signs of pallor appear: wrinkles and folds form, drooping corners of the eyes and lips, hyperpigmentation and other defects that are difficult to hide with cosmetics appear.
Flaws give the face a messy, sad look.
Specially designed and tested face masks against aging at home after 40 years, which have been tested by many ladies and received many positive reviews, help to eliminate or reduce the manifestations of age-related changes.
What components should be present in the mask
Face masks against wrinkles can be based on natural ingredients and products found in the household of almost every modern woman.
The following ingredients are often used for cooking:
- vitamins;
- olive oil;
- milk and fermented milk products;
- essential oils;
- natural juices;
- berries;
- greenery;
- yeast;
- gelatin;
- glycerol;
- herbal decoctions;
- honey;
- eggs etc.
The choice of components depends on the type of skin, as well as on the effect that needs to be achieved using the product.
New components can be added to standard recipes, thereby increasing the effectiveness of the composition.
Features of using face masks after 40
Before you start preparing an anti-aging face mask after 40 at home, you need to familiarize yourself with the rules that help increase the effectiveness of the product and achieve a quick effect:
Mixtures are not prepared in large quantities. When stored for a long time, the components lose their useful properties. The mask should be prepared before use.Allergy testing. Before applying the composition to the face, it is necessary to test the product on the hand. If there is no reaction, you can continue using it.Skin preparation. The anti-aging mask is applied to the facial skin that has been previously treated with a cleansing preparation. To increase efficiency, the surface is pre-steamed. Thus, the components penetrate faster into the layers of the dermis and epidermis.Application. The mask is applied with a brush or fingers. The application is carried out strictly along the massage lines. It is important not to stretch the skin.Time of use. On average, the antiaging product stays on the skin for 20-30 minutes.
The mask is washed off with warm water. In addition, it is recommended to treat the surface with an ice cube prepared from a herbal decoction.
Recipes for homemade anti-aging masks
After forty-five years, women are recommended to do nourishing, rejuvenating and moisturizing treatments at home.
It is important to provide quality, complete skin care and saturate the epidermis with useful substances. Thus, in a short period of time, it is possible to significantly improve the appearance, eliminate fine wrinkles, and make deep folds less pronounced and obvious.
Anti-wrinkle mask
A vitamin-based product will help rejuvenate your face, restore skin turgor and even out the surface.
connection:
- Vitamins A and E – capsule;
- egg whites;
- boiled potatoes.
Mash the ingredients and mix until a mushy consistency is obtained. Apply to the surface for 30 minutes.
Mask for the epidermis of the orbital region
The skin around the eyes is very thin and completely devoid of fat. As a result, wilt primarily affects this area. Also, middle-aged women often have dark circles and dark circles due to a bad lifestyle. A homemade anti-aging product based on herbal ingredients helps to eliminate the defect:
- 1 tbsp. l. cream;
- 1 tsp. almond oil;
- a teaspoon of coriander juice.
Mix the ingredients so that there are no lumps. Apply gently to the skin before going to bed. After waking up, remove the excess with a napkin.
A rejuvenating mask
Numerous components can quickly restore skin elasticity and stimulate cells to produce their own collagen and elastin. To do this, use the following mask.
connection:
- a packet of gelatin;
- 4 tbsp. l. lime decoction;
- vitamin C ampoule;
- 3 drops of any citrus oil.
The gelatin is steamed directly in the linden decoction. Then the remaining components are added. You cannot pour vitamin C into a hot mixture, because it is destroyed. The product is applied warm and left for 30 minutes.
The mask can visually remove a few extra years from the surface of the face.
Fixing mask
For skin tightening, women are recommended masks with a lifting effect. It can be easily prepared at home.
connection:
- 1 protein;
- 1 tbsp. l. cream;
- a teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice;
- teaspoon of glycerin.
Mix all the ingredients. Glycerin is added last. The product is applied to the surface of the face and décolleté for 20 minutes.
The mask has a pronounced tightening effect, smooths wrinkles and folds well, eliminates hyperpigmentation, gives a person visual freshness and perfectly moisturizes.
Toning mask
To increase tone, women are recommended to prepare products based on natural honey.
connection:
- 1 tbsp. l. thin honey;
- 1 tsp. kaolin;
- 2 grams of tangerine oil;
- 1 tsp. cognac
The product is applied to the face in an even layer for 15-20 minutes. It is important to avoid the orbital area. If burning or stinging occurs, the mask should be washed off immediately.
Eye mask
Over the years, the skin of the eyelids becomes thinner, relaxed, dark circles, swellings often appear, benign neoplasms appear, which are caused by the deterioration of blood circulation and a decrease in the supply of tissues and cells with oxygen.
The following remedy will help prevent problems and remove traces of changes: mix 2 dessert spoons of rice starch with the yolk of one egg, add a few drops of almond oil. Form small pancakes that are applied to the upper eyelids for 30 minutes.
Eye mask
For the lower eyelid, cosmetics are used whose action is aimed at nourishing and moisturizing the epidermis.
connection:
- 10 drops of olive oil;
- a teaspoon of cocoa;
- ¼ banana.
Mash the fruit well in a blender. Mix with other ingredients. Apply to the skin for 15 minutes.
A refreshing mask
The product based on ripe cucumber, coconut milk and kaolin helps to acquire freshness and natural shine. Mix the components in such proportions that a thick mass is obtained. The composition is applied in a generous layer to the surface of the face and neck, avoiding the eyelids, for 20 minutes.
For dry skin
Nutrients are used to care for dry, cracked skin.
connection:
- 1 tbsp. l. cream;
- 5-6 black currants;
- 1/5 of an avocado.
Mash the fruit. Mix with sour cream. Spread over the surface for 30 minutes.
For combination skin
Combination skin is considered one of the most problematic to care for. A product based on Dead Sea mud is used to narrow pores and remove impurities.. For processing, you will need a spoon full of mud, 10 ml of vitamins E and C.
The composition is spread with a spatula on the face, under the chin, on the chest and left for 15 minutes. Additionally, heat can be used.
The product must not be used for any skin damage, rashes, cuts, etc. If fever occurs, remove mask.
For a pale surface
A product based on hyaluronic acid will help supply the epidermis with vitamins, minerals, moisture and other useful substances.For preparation, you will need 5-6 drops of hyaluronate, an ampoule of vitamin C and a few drops of lemon juice. The mask is applied overnight without rinsing.
The product removes hyperpigmentation, evens out the shade, stimulates collagen formation, moisturizes well and eliminates signs of aging.
For oily skin
Oily skin is not susceptible to wrinkles for a long time. However, too wide pores and greasy shine give the surface an untidy appearance.
To eliminate the problem, compositions based on white clay are used. For preparation, you will need 20 grams of kaolin, 10 grams of ground coffee, you can use cake from a coffee machine, 10 grams of starch. Additionally, mint decoction is added to the mixture.
The product cleans well and then closes the pores, exfoliates the stratum corneum and eliminates greasy shine.
For problematic skin
Compositions based on natural ingredients help to remove skin rashes and inflammation.
connection:
- 20 cocoa;
- 10 grams of aloe juice;
- 5 grams of kaolin.
The mixture is applied for 20 minutes with additional heat.
Other masks
In summer, you can use formulations based on fresh seasonal berries. Strawberries are best suited for making masks. It is rich in vitamin C. When used, the skin quickly takes on a fresh appearance. Berries can be applied to the face without the use of additional components.
To ensure the effect of lifting, rejuvenating, increasing smoothness and velvety, the composition of honey and paraffin is used. Paraffin should first be melted and then mixed with honey. The product is liberally applied to the surface and left for 30 minutes. After the paraffin hardens, the composition can be easily removed without the use of additional devices.
How long to wait for the result
Homemade masks work much slower than professional cosmetics. At the same time, they have a significantly lower price and do not contain dangerous components. Such products do not cause dependence on the skin.
It is recommended to make masks 1-2 times a week, alternating them. Long-term use of the same product is not recommended.
The visible effect appears after 3-4 weeks of regular use.
Also, in order to preserve and maintain the youth and beauty of the face, you should spend more time in the fresh air, take vitamin complexes, do sports, get enough sleep and eat properly.