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 are formed, the corners of the eyes and lips sag, hyperpigmentation and other defects appear that are difficult to hide with cosmetic products.
The flaws make the face look sad and unkempt.
Specially designed and tested anti-aging 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 masks can be based on natural ingredients and products that are found in the home of almost every modern woman.
The following ingredients are often used for cooking:
- vitamins;
- olive oil;
- dairy 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 the effect sought from the use of the product.
New components can be added to standard recipes, thereby increasing the effectiveness of the composition.
Features of the use of face masks after 40 years
Before you start preparing an anti-aging mask after 40 years at home, you should familiarize yourself with the rules that help to 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 beneficial properties. The mask must be prepared before use.
- Allergy testing.Before applying the composition to your face, you must test the product on your hand. If there is no reaction, you can proceed with use.
- Preparation of the skin.An anti-aging mask is applied to facial skin previously treated with a cleansing composition. To increase efficiency, the surface is pre-steamed. Thus, the components penetrate more quickly into the layers of the dermis and epidermis.
- Application.The mask is applied using a brush or fingers. Application is carried out strictly according to the massage lines. It is important not to stretch the skin.
- Usage time.On average, the anti-aging product stays on the skin for 20 to 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 decoction of herbs.
Homemade anti-aging mask recipes
After forty-five years, women are recommended 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. So, in a short time it is possible to significantly improve the appearance, eliminate fine wrinkles and make deep folds less distinct and less obvious.
Anti-wrinkle mask
A vitamin-based product will rejuvenate your face, restore skin turgor and even out the surface.
Compound:
- Vitamins A and E – capsule;
- egg white;
- boiled potatoes.
Mash the ingredients and mix until you get a paste-like consistency. Apply to 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, wilting mainly affects this area. Additionally, middle-aged women often have dark circles and bags under their eyes due to poor lifestyle choices. A homemade anti-aging product based on herbal ingredients helps eliminate the defect:
- 1 tbsp. L. Sour cream;
- 1 C. almond oil;
- a teaspoon of coriander juice.
Mix the ingredients so that there are no lumps. Apply gently to skin before bed. When you wake up, remove the excess with a towel.
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:
- a packet of gelatin;
- 4 tbsp. L. linden 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 to act for 30 minutes.
The mask can visually remove several extra years from the facial surface.
Firming mask
To tighten the skin, masks with a lifting effect are recommended for women. It can be prepared without any problem at home.
Compound:
- 1 protein;
- 1 tbsp. 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 folds and wrinkles well, eliminates hyperpigmentation, gives the person visual freshness and perfectly moisturizes.
Toning mask
In order to increase tone, women are recommended to prepare products based on natural honey.
Compound:
- 1 tbsp. L. fine honey;
- 1 C. kaolin;
- 2 grams of tangerine oil;
- 1 C. Cognac
The product is applied to the face in an even layer for 15-20 minutes. It is important to avoid the orbital zone. If stinging or burning occurs, the mask should be washed immediately.
Eye mask
With age, the skin of the eyelids becomes thinner, sags, dark circles, swelling often appear and benign neoplasms appear, caused by deterioration of blood circulation and a decrease in oxygen supply to the tissuesand cells.
The following remedy will help prevent problems and eliminate traces of changes: mix 2 tablespoons 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, cosmetic products are used whose action aims to nourish and moisturize the epidermis.
Compound:
- 10 drops of olive oil;
- teaspoon of cocoa;
- ¼ banana.
Crush the fruit well in a blender. Mix with other ingredients. Apply to skin for 15 minutes.
Cooling mask
A product based on ripe cucumber, coconut milk and kaolin allows you to acquire freshness and 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 heal dry and chapped skin.
Compound:
- 1 tbsp. L. Sour cream;
- 5-6 black currants;
- 1/5 avocado.
Crush the fruit. Mix with sour cream. Spread on the surface for 30 minutes.
For combination skin
Combination skin is considered one of the most problematic skin types to maintain. To tighten pores and remove impurities, a product based on Dead Sea mud is used.. For treatment, you will need a heaped 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. Additionally, heat can be used.
The product should not be used for skin lesions, rashes, cuts, etc. If you have a fever, remove the mask.
For a discolored 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 all night without rinsing.
The product eliminates hyperpigmentation, evens out the tone, stimulates the formation of collagen, moisturizes well and eliminates signs of aging.
For oily skin
Oily skin is not prone to wrinkles for a long time. However, too large pores and a greasy sheen make the surface look unkempt.
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 cake from a coffee maker, 10 grams of starch. Additionally, a mint decoction is added to the mixture.
The product cleans well then closes pores, exfoliates the stratum corneum and eliminates oily reflections.
For problem skin
Compositions based on natural ingredients help eliminate rashes and inflammation.
Compound:
- 20 cocoa;
- 10 grams of aloe juice;
- 5 grams of kaolin.
The mixture is applied for 20 minutes at complementary 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 regains a fresh appearance. Berries can be applied to the face without using additional components.
To ensure a lifting, rejuvenating effect, increase softness and velvety, a composition of honey and paraffin is used. The paraffin must first be melted and then mixed with honey. The product is generously applied 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 have a significantly lower cost and do not contain dangerous components. These products are not addictive for the skin.
It is recommended to make masks 1 to 2 times a week, alternating them. It is not recommended to use the same product for a long time.
The visible effect appears after 3-4 weeks of regular use.
Also, to preserve and maintain youth and beauty of the face, you need to spend more time outdoors, take vitamin complexes, play sports, get enough sleep and eat right.