As a woman ages, her skin loses moisture and the production of collagen and elastin decreases. As a result, changes and signs of fading appear: wrinkles and folds form, the corners of the eyes and lips droop, hyperpigmentation and other defects appear that are difficult to conceal with cosmetics.
Flaws give the face a sloppy, sad look.
Specially developed and tested anti-aging face masks at home after 40 years, which have been tested by many ladies and received very positive reviews, help to eliminate or reduce the appearance of age-related changes.
What components should be present in the mask
Anti-wrinkle face masks can be based on natural ingredients and products that are 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;
- Forest fruits;
- greenery;
- yeast;
- gelatin;
- glycerol;
- herbal decoctions;
- honey;
- eggs etc.
The choice of components depends on the type of skin, as well as the effect to be achieved as a result of 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 years at home, you should 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 must be prepared before use.Allergy testing. Before applying the composition to your face, you should test the product on your hand. If there is no reaction, you can continue to use.Skin preparation. An anti-aging mask is applied to the skin of the face, which has previously been treated with a cleansing composition. 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 procedures at home.
It is important to ensure high-quality, complete skin care and saturation of the epidermis with useful substances. Thus, in a short period of time, it is possible to significantly improve the appearance, remove fine wrinkles and make deep folds less distinct and obvious.
Anti-wrinkle mask
A vitamin-based product will help you rejuvenate your face, restore skin turgor and smooth the surface.
Compound:
- Vitamins A and E - capsule;
- egg white;
- boiled potatoes.
Puree the ingredients and mix until a slurry forms. Apply to the surface for 30 minutes.
Mask for the epidermis of the orbital area
The skin around the eyes is very thin and completely devoid of fat. As a result, wilting mainly affects this area. In addition, middle-aged women often experience dark circles and puffiness under their eyes due to poor lifestyle choices. A homemade anti-aging product based on herbal ingredients helps to eliminate the blemish:
- 1 tbsp 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
A number of components can quickly restore skin elasticity and stimulate cells to produce their own collagen and elastin. To do this, use the following mask.
Compound:
- packet of gelatin;
- 4 tbsp decoction of linden;
- ampoule vitamin C;
- 3 drops of each citrus oil.
Gelatin is infused directly into a linden decoction. Then the remaining components are added. You can not pour vitamin C into a hot mixture, as it destroys. 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.
Tightening mask
Masks with a lifting effect are recommended for tightening the skin of women. It can be easily prepared at home.
Compound:
- 1 protein;
- 1 tbsp cream;
- a teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice;
- teaspoon of glycerin.
Mix all the ingredients. The glycerin is added last. The product is applied to the surface of the face and décolleté for 20 minutes.
The mask has a pronounced firming effect, smooths wrinkles and folds well, removes hyperpigmentation, gives the face visual freshness and perfectly moisturizes.
Toning mask
To increase tone, women are recommended to prepare products based on natural honey.
Compound:
- 1 tbsp 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 tingling or burning occurs, the mask should be washed off immediately.
Eye mask
With age, the skin of the eyelids thins, sags, dark circles, swelling often appear, benign neoplasms appear, which are due to 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, the action of which is aimed at nourishing and moisturizing the epidermis.
Compound:
- 10 drops of olive oil;
- a teaspoon of cocoa;
- ¼ banana.
Puree the fruits well in a blender. Mix with the remaining ingredients. Apply to the skin for 15 minutes.
Refreshing mask
A product based on ripe cucumber, coconut milk and kaolin helps to acquire freshness and a natural radiance. Mix the components in such proportions that the resulting thick mass is formed. 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.
Compound:
- 1 tbsp cream;
- 5-6 currants;
- 1/5 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 tighten pores and remove impurities.. For processing, you will need an overflowing tablespoon 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. Heat can also be used.
The product should not be used for skin damage, rashes, cuts, etc. If a fever occurs, remove the mask.
For fading surface
A product based on hyaluronic acid will help provide the epidermis with vitamins, minerals, moisture and other useful substances.To prepare it, you will need 5-6 drops of hyaluronate, an ampoule of vitamin C and a few drops of lemon juice. The mask is applied all night without washing off.
The product removes hyperpigmentation, evens out color, stimulates collagen formation, moisturizes well and removes 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 a sloppy look.
To eliminate the problems, compositions based on white clay are used. For preparation, you will need 20 grams of kaolin, 10 grams of ground coffee, you can use a cake from a coffee machine, 10 grams of starch. Additionally, mint decoction is added to the mixture.
The product cleans well and subsequently closes pores, exfoliates the stratum corneum and removes oily shine.
For problem skin
Formulations based on natural ingredients help to eliminate skin rashes and inflammation.
Compound:
- 20 cocoa;
- 10 grams of aloe juice;
- 5 grams of kaolin.
The mixture is applied for 20 minutes using additional heat.
Other masks
In summer, you can use recipes based on fresh seasonal fruits. Strawberries are best for making masks. It is rich in vitamin C. When used, the skin quickly acquires a fresh appearance. The fruits can be applied to the face without the use of additional components.
To provide a lifting effect, rejuvenation, increase in smoothness and velvety, a composition of honey and paraffin is used. Paraffin should first be melted and then mixed with honey. The product is applied liberally 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 are not addictive to the skin.
It is recommended to do masks 1-2 times a week, alternating them with each other. Prolonged 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 need to spend more time in the fresh air, take vitamin complexes, do sports, get enough sleep and eat properly.