A woman's confidence in her own irresistibility begins with a beautiful face. Staying attractive is important not only at a young age. Over the years, taking care of your appearance does not lose relevance. After 40-50 years, however, other tasks are set. In adulthood, the desire to get rid of "crow's feet" and facial wrinkles comes to the fore. Why does beauty fade with age? These are the consequences:
- lack of sleep and stress, heavy loads,
- years of bad habits
- malnutrition, use of harmful products,
- constant influence of external factors,
- internal changes, in particular hormonal disturbances,
- loss of the skin's ability to retain moisture
- deterioration of blood microcirculation,
- slowing down the processes of cell regeneration.
Unfortunately, this is all inevitable. But you cannot be idle. A wise approach to the fight against old age will stave it off for many years. So which weapon should you choose?
Essential oil is a product of natural origin. It is an ingredient used in homemade beauty recipes or sought after in anti-aging cosmetics. A few drops of essential oil applied to the skin can work wonders.
How to choose the main ingredient
To prevent damage to the active substance on the skin, mix it with a base essential oil. When choosing the latter, an individual approach plays an important role, so consider your skin type:
- for normal, jojoba, almond, macadamia oil is suitable (you are also free to experiment, but avoid too thick and heavy liquids),
- for dry ones, use olive oil or avocado oil,
- for fat, a substance obtained from apricot kernels has proven itself well,
- for acne-prone, try hemp or argan varieties,
- with increased sensitivity and frequent inflammations, argan or coconut oil is suitable.
Frankincense: recipes for rejuvenating masks
Such masks are necessary during aging, since the composition of the liquid approaches sebum. With age, its production slows down and the skin does not receive enough moisture. You can solve the problem in the following way:
- Because jojoba extract is mild, you can use it for under-eye wrinkles without dilution. Treat the problem areas with light taps, let the substance absorb and remove the residue with a napkin (do not rub the skin, but attach the towel to the face).
- The oil will also replace your usual makeup remover. Wipe the face with a slightly moistened pad when removing makeup, and do not wash off the substance with water. Thanks to its light texture, it will not leave a greasy feeling, and prolonged exposure at night will give the cells the right substances.
- It happens that age brings not only wrinkles on the face, but also hormonal problems. As a result, elderly women suffer from acne and rashes, which can be reduced with the help of a natural remedy. You will need 1 tsp of honey, 2 drops of lemon juice, 8 mashed strawberries and 1 tsp of jojoba oil. Mix the ingredients, treat the skin and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. The components will saturate the skin with moisture, whiten age spots and prevent the formation of acne, having an antibacterial effect.
The tool is used even for the skin around the eyes from wrinkles, and this area is characterized by increased sensitivity. Apply it gently, making a light massage and grabbing the neck area. For quick results, repeat the procedure every night.
Owners of aging and dry skin will benefit from a moisturizer. Consists of:
- 1 h. garlic component
- 1 hour chargan oil,
- 2 h.
Mix the ingredients and use the mixture instead of night cream: 2-3 drops will be enough. Essential oils are useful for the skin around the eyes, because due to the lack of sebaceous glands, it especially needs to be saturated with moisture.
For sensitive skin covered with a network of wrinkles, a cream based on a pomegranate seed product is suitable. To 2 teaspoons of means, add 3 teaspoons of melted and cooled shea butter, 2 teaspoons of rose water andcrushed pulp of half a medium aloe leaf. Blend the ingredients in a blender until the mixture reaches a creamy consistency. Using this cream after removing makeup, you will stop inflammation, moisturize the skin and get rid of the signs of aging.
A medicine derived from frankincense will restore the smoothness of the skin and deal with age spots. If the complexion has become uneven with age and the resulting wrinkles are striking, then use frankincense oil.
It has the following effect:
- restores cells and protects them from damage,
- reduces rashes,
- eliminates enlarged pores and wrinkles.
Frankincense essential oils are especially good for the skin around the eyes because they restore lost elasticity. As a base, use a substance obtained from jojoba (2 tablespoons), to which add 6 drops of the main ingredient. Do not forget to do a tolerance test first, otherwise you risk skin irritation.
Regular use will improve skin tone and elasticity. Every night, treat the area under the eyes and the result will be noticeable after a few months.
Cream is the most common cosmetic form that girls use for wrinkles. Today, literally every manufacturer offers a choice of several anti-aging series. In the fight against the signs of aging, girls usually spare no expense, and marketers understand this. Thus, products with extracts of gold, pearls, stem cells appear on the shelves. . . But what are the advantages and disadvantages of such products?
- Convenient to use. By buying an anti-aging cream, you eliminate additional problems. Nothing should be mixed, combined, enriched and then washed away. Open the tube and hold for wrinkles.
- It's expensive. A really effective, good tool will cost a pretty penny. At the same time, such products are usually packaged in small containers, so you will have to renew the tube about once a month.
- Addiction. According to reviews, skin aging products are quickly addictive, so after 3-5 months you will have to take a break and take a new anti-aging series.
- It works on the surface. The cream does not solve the indicated problems in depth, but only masks the problems. Long-term use of such cosmetics will hide small wrinkles, but you will not be able to get rid of deep furrows.
- Contains chemical additives. When cosmetics are produced on an industrial scale, synthetic components are simply indispensable. They are necessary for the "correct" color, smell, consistency, and also to ensure a long shelf life.
Store cream does not give the skin immunity. The tool "works" just as long as you don't stop using it. The cream does not prevent the appearance of new wrinkles and does not "charge" the skin with strength and anti-aging potential.
Contraindications for use
Since natural oils are substances whose active ingredients are in high concentration, it is recommended to dilute them before applying to the delicate skin of the face. Failure to follow this advice is fraught with unpleasant consequences.
There are other rules for using such funds:
- it is necessary to carry out a cosmetic procedure in the evening, preceded by cleansing, toning, moisturizing the skin with creams, serums, tonics,
- Before applying the product, the skin should be moistened with clean water,
- the concentration is calculated based on the type of skin (for dry take 4-5 drops, for normal 2-3, for oily 1-2),
- to achieve optimal results, the course of using funds lasts no more than two months with a frequency of procedures twice a week.
Despite the fact that essential oils are natural gifts of nature and their use rarely causes allergies, they still have contraindications.
The most important contraindication for the use of ether is pregnancy, as many oils can cause miscarriage or harm the baby. The most dangerous for the fertilized organism are:
- cypress oil,
- lavender,
- sage,
- Melissa
- dill,
- marjoram.
And this is still not an exhaustive list. Although you can read recommendations for aromatherapy during pregnancy in many sources, it is better not to take any chances. If you have a strong desire to use aromatic oil, it is imperative to consult a doctor. It is also contraindicated to use esters during breastfeeding.
Regardless of the woman's position, no one is immune from one contraindication - this is a personal intolerance of the body. Aether can be perfect for one person and just plain harmful to another.
Individual intolerance can be to any ester, its symptoms are easy to recognize:
- headache or tinnitus,
- increase in heart rate,
- difficulty breathing.
It is not recommended to use essential oils in relation to children, as they affect the hormonal background of the body, and it is better not to joke about it.
Basically, these are all contraindications, but along with them, you should also know the safety rules when using esters.
Before using an essential oil, no matter what, you should do a skin test to make sure there is no allergy. The easiest way is to drip a 5% solution of ether on the inside of the hand, if after half an hour there is no redness, you can safely use it.
When using essential oils, follow these guidelines:
- Be sure to test for an allergic reaction.
- Do not use essential oils in pure form, use only base oils without additional ingredients.
- Any daily use oil, use no more than 21 days. Then take a break for 7-14 days.
- Some esters are phototoxic. Do not use them before going out in the sun to avoid burning.
- Protect eyes and mucous membranes from oils.
- If you have a chronic illness or are pregnant, discuss essential oil use with your doctor.
Recipes for wrinkles based on essential oils for the face
Among the variety of recipes with the inclusion of anti-wrinkle face oil, you should choose several options that are most suitable for your skin type. Only in this case you can count on getting the long-awaited rejuvenating effect without unwanted consequences.
Moisturizing mask with jojoba
The mask saturates the cells of the dermis with moisture, nourishes it, cleans the pores, relieves acne, smooths facial and age wrinkles.
To prepare it, you need to make a decoction of chamomile (1 tablespoon of dry mixture per 100 ml of water), pot, strain. Then mix it with a teaspoon of jojoba oil. It is also recommended to add a few drops of fresh aloe leaf juice there.
Regenerating mask with peach
Castor oil and essential oil of juicy ripe peach are combined in the same proportion. The resulting mixture is heated in a water bath for a few minutes, after which it is spread with the fingertips on the eyelids and the entire face.
The procedure should be done before going to bed, you cannot wash after it. At night, the oils saturate the skin well, regenerate it, smooth out wrinkles and increase elasticity.
Nourishing mask with castor oil
Thick cream (2 tablespoons) is mixed with castor oil (1 tablespoon). Everything is mixed well. It is enough to hold the mask for 10 minutes. Carrying out the procedure 2-3 times a week will not only save a woman from facial and age-related eyelid wrinkles, but also make her forget about dark circles under the eyes in the morning.
Toning mask with olive
In a deep vessel, liquid honey and olive oil are combined in the same ratio (1 tablespoon each). Next, chicken yolk is added, after which the mixture is mixed well.
The mask is applied with fingers in a thin layer spread over the face. The cosmetic procedure should be done 3 times a week for one month.
Anti-wrinkle mask with almonds
Almond essential oil (5-6 drops) should be mixed with avocado pulp (2 tablespoons). The slurry is thoroughly mixed and then distributed on the lower eyelids, the area around the eyes.
The mask is kept for 10 minutes, after which it is washed off with lukewarm water. With each procedure performed, wrinkles will become less noticeable.
Refreshing mask with almonds
In a deep dish, mix fresh almond oil (1 teaspoon), liquid honey (2 tablespoons), chicken yolk. The product is mixed well, rubbed into the skin of the eyelids with massaging movements, and then all over the face. After 5 minutes, the mask should be washed off.
Nourishing mask with wild rose
The mask nourishes the dermis, evens out its tone, maintains water balance and smoothes wrinkles. For cooking, you need to take any baby cream (10 - 20 grams) and mix 3 drops of rosehip oil in it. The product should be spread over the face and eyelids for 15 minutes before going to bed.
Cosmetologists advise you to try these simple but effective recipes with anti-wrinkle esters.
A simple recipe for smoothing mimic wrinkles
To one teaspoon of argan oil, add three drops of orange oil and one drop of neroli.
A mixture of essential oils from the network of wrinkles around the eyes
In a small bottle of dark glass, pour the main component - two tablespoons of cocoa butter (previously melted in a water bath), to them - 2 tablespoons. Almond oil. Measure four or five drops of sandalwood and lavender oil, two drops of rose oil and neroli, add to the base, shake, leave for at least a day in a dark place. Thus, the wonderful composition is ready from the first cobweb around the eyes!
Apply every morning (but not under makeup) and before going to bed, one hour before going to bed. After some time, remove the excess oil with a dry cloth.
Anti-aging cream with essential oils for deep wrinkles on the face
Take 25 ml of peach kernel oil, add beeswax and solid coconut oil - 15 grams each. Melt the resulting mixture in a water bath. Beat gently.
Add aromatic components to the cooled mass: six drops of neroli, four drops of patchouli and ylang-ylang.
Deep nourishing face mask
In a small glass bowl, mix well three tablespoons of honey with one tablespoon of low-fat cream. Measure and add the main ingredients in turn to the mixture: four drops of rose oil and three drops of frankincense.
Apply only to previously cleansed or steamed skin! After 15 minutes you can wash.
With the help of esters, you can prepare products for the care of aging skin at home. A few ideas about this are worth considering.
Take a few tablespoons of boiled water and add 2-3 drops of prepared ether of your choice.
Contraindications
To avoid such consequences, it is recommended to conduct a verification test. Before the first use of a certain type of cosmetic oil, a small amount of it is applied to the skin of the wrist with massaging movements. If an allergy to the product does not appear after a day, you can use the oil for wrinkles around the eyes and for sensitive skin on the face.
This component rarely causes allergies. However, there are still contraindications. It is not worth experimenting with pregnant women, as well as nursing mothers. Individual intolerance is also possible - no one is immune from this. What is good for some may not be good for others. This applies not only to essential oils, but also to other cosmetic products.
Many essential oils for the face can be used against wrinkles. But to achieve the maximum effect from the use of oils, an individual approach is required. After all, what works for one woman may not work for another.