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 that are difficult to hide with cosmetics occur.
The defects give the face a scruffy and sad appearance.
Specially designed and tested anti-aging face masks at home after 40 years, which have been tested by many women and received many positive reviews, help to eliminate or reduce the manifestation of age-related changes.
What components should be present in the mask
Anti-wrinkle face masks can be based on natural ingredients and products found in the home of almost every modern woman.
The following ingredients are often used for cooking:
- vitamins;
- olive oil;
- dairy products and fermented milk products;
- essential oils;
- natural juices;
- berries;
- green;
- yeast;
- jelly;
- glycerol;
- herbal decoctions;
- Honey;
- eggs, etc.
The choice of components depends on the type of skin and the effect that must be obtained following use of the product.
New components can be added to standard recipes, thereby increasing the effectiveness of the composition.
Features of using face masks after 40 years
Before you start preparing an anti-aging face mask after 40 years at home, you need to familiarize yourself with the rules that help increase the effectiveness of the product and help achieve a quick effect:
- Mixtures are not prepared in large quantities.If stored for a long time, the components lose their beneficial properties. The mask must be prepared before use.
- Allergy tests.Before applying the composition on your face, you need to test the product on your hand. If there is no reaction, you can proceed to use.
- Skin preparation.An anti-aging mask is applied to the facial skin previously treated with a cleansing composition. To increase effectiveness, the surface is pre-steamed. Therefore, the components penetrate the layers of the dermis and epidermis faster.
- Application.The mask is applied using a brush or fingers. The application is carried out strictly along the massage lines. It is important not to stretch the skin.
- Usage time.On average the anti-aging product is kept on the skin for 20-30 minutes.
The mask is washed off with warm water. Additionally, it is recommended to treat the surface with an ice cube prepared from a herbal decoction.
Homemade anti-aging mask recipes
After the age of forty-five, women are advised to carry out nourishing, rejuvenating and moisturizing treatments at home.
It is important to provide high-quality and comprehensive skin care and saturate the epidermis with useful substances. In this way, in a short period of time, it is possible to significantly improve the appearance, eliminate fine wrinkles and make deep creases less distinct and noticeable.
Anti-wrinkle mask
A vitamin-based product will help rejuvenate the face, restore skin turgor and even out the surface.
Composed:
- Vitamins A and E – capsule;
- egg white;
- boiled potatoes.
Mash the ingredients and mix until it forms a paste consistency. 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 free of fat. As a result, wilting primarily affects this area. Additionally, 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 defect:
- 1 tablespoon. L. sour cream;
- 1 Teaspoon. 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 excess with a napkin.
Rejuvenating mask
Numerous components can quickly restore skin elasticity and stimulate cells to produce collagen and elastin. To do this, use the following form.
Composed:
- a packet of gelatin;
- 4 tbsp. L. lime decoction;
- vial of vitamin C;
- 3 drops of any citrus oil.
Gelatin is steamed directly in linden decoction. Next, the remaining components are added. You cannot pour vitamin C into a hot mixture, as it is destroyed. The product is applied warm and left to act for 30 minutes.
The mask can visually remove several extra years from the surface of the face.
Firming mask
To tighten the skin, masks with a lifting effect are recommended for women. It can be prepared without problems at home.
Composed:
- 1 protein;
- 1 tablespoon. L. sour 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, smoothes creases and creases well, eliminates hyperpigmentation, gives the person visual freshness and moisturizes perfectly.
Toning mask
To increase the tone, women are advised to prepare products based on natural honey.
Composed:
- 1 tablespoon. L. thin honey;
- 1 Teaspoon. kaolin;
- 2 grams of mandarin oil;
- 1 Teaspoon. 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 becomes thinner, sagging, dark circles, swelling occur, and benign neoplasms appear, caused by deterioration of blood circulation and a decrease in oxygen supply to tissues and cells.
The following remedy will help prevent problems and eliminate 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 which will be applied to the upper eyelids for 30 minutes.
Eye mask
For the lower eyelid, cosmetics are used whose action is aimed at nourishing and hydrating the epidermis.
Composed:
- 10 drops of olive oil;
- teaspoon of cocoa;
- ¼ of a banana.
Mash the fruit well in a blender. Mix with other ingredients. Apply to skin for 15 minutes.
Refreshing mask
A product based on ripe cucumber, coconut milk and kaolin helps to acquire freshness and natural brightness. Mix the components in such proportions as to form the resulting dense mass. 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
The nutrients are used to take care of dry and chapped skin.
Composed:
- 1 tablespoon. L. sour cream;
- 5-6 blackcurrants;
- 1/5 of an avocado.
Mash the fruits. Mix with sour cream. Distribute on the surface for 30 minutes.
For combination skin
Combination skin is considered one of the most problematic to treat. To tighten pores and eliminate impurities, a product based on Dead Sea mud is used.. For processing you will need a heaped spoonful 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 to act for 15 minutes. Additionally, heat can be used.
The product should not be used for any skin damage, rashes, cuts, etc. If you have a fever, remove the mask.
For a faded surface
A product based on hyaluronic acid will help provide the epidermis with vitamins, minerals, moisture and other beneficial 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 overnight without rinsing.
The product eliminates 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 large pores and a greasy shine give the surface a scruffy look.
To eliminate 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 coffee maker cake, 10 grams of starch. Additionally, mint decoction is added to the mixture.
The product cleanses well and subsequently closes the pores, exfoliates the stratum corneum and eliminates oily sheen.
For problem skin
Compositions based on natural ingredients help eliminate skin rashes and inflammation.
Composed:
- 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 it is possible to 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 look. Berries can be applied to the face without the use of additional components.
To ensure a lifting, rejuvenating, increased softness and velvety effect, a composition of honey and paraffin is used. The paraffin must first be melted and then mixed with honey. The product is applied generously to the surface and left to act for 30 minutes. After the paraffin has hardened, the composition can be easily removed without using additional devices.
How long to wait for the result
Homemade masks act much slower than professional cosmetics. At the same time they cost significantly less and do not contain dangerous components. Such products are not addictive for the skin.
It is recommended to make masks 1-2 times a week, alternating them. Prolonged use of the same product is not recommended.
The visible effect appears after 3-4 weeks of regular use.
In addition, to preserve and maintain the youth and beauty of the face, you should spend more time in the fresh air, take vitamin complexes, play sports, get enough sleep and eat well.