The first signs of aging are fine lines or deep wrinkles and sagging skin. This is due to the fact that over time, collagen, which is responsible for the elasticity of the skin, is produced in smaller quantities.
You can fight wrinkles with the help of special cosmetic products. Along with cosmetic skin care treatments, you can use herbal anti-wrinkle facials.
Types of herbs used in home cosmetics
The following herbs can be successfully used to prepare anti-wrinkle cosmetics at home:
- Aloe. A simple and affordable means that can be grown on the windowsill at home. Aloe is one of the best skin care plants that naturally increases collagen levels.
- parsley. Another inexpensive product that has been successfully used in anti-aging skin care. Parsley is rich in vitamin C, which is responsible for the production of natural collagen.
- Green tea. It is the best natural product designed to take care of skin signs of aging. Green tea strengthens, nourishes and tones the skin, restores elasticity, removes wrinkles. Green tea is known to be rich in antioxidants that slow down the aging process of the skin.
- Common mullein, also called bear's ear, royal mullein.This herb not only effectively smoothes wrinkles and tightens sagging skin, but also has an anti-inflammatory effect, eliminates infections and bacteria.
- Witch or witch.It is one of the best anti-wrinkle herbs that helps tighten the skin.
- Clover. The leaves of this plant have a strong astringent effect that helps to tighten the skin. Alfalfa products can be drunk in the form of tea, and can also be used as a component for the preparation of tonics for washing and anti-aging masks.
Consider your skin type when choosing an anti-wrinkle herb for your face. Recommended for those with dry skin:
- parsley and dill;
- fruit;
- dandelion;
- chamomile;
- calendula;
- rose petals, rosemary.
If you have oily skin, you should choose the following anti-wrinkle herbs:
- burdock;
- nettle;
- sage;
- coltsfoot;
- series.
When caring for problem skin, it is necessary to take into account the anti-inflammatory properties of plants:
- Green tea;
- aloe;
- calendula;
- Clean up.
Of course, this is not a complete list of herbs for facial wrinkles. But even this minimum is enough to keep your skin healthy and properly cared for.
Herb recipes
Over the years, women have collected many useful recipes for anti-wrinkle products. It is wise to buy herbs in pharmacies, only in this case you can be sure of their naturalness and safety.
Mask recipes
The mask prepared at home should be used immediately, because even short-term storage will have a negative effect on the beneficial properties of the product.
Before the mask procedure, the face and neck should be cleansed, so that all useful components should penetrate through the enlarged pores.
The cosmetic mask does not require intensive rubbing on the skin, the product should be applied with light movements of the fingers.
Rejuvenating mask with nettle and honey
Fresh nettle leaves, if possible, should be finely chopped, keeping the juice of the plant. Mix the resulting juicy mass with melted honey in equal parts. Apply the mask, keep the composition on the face strictly for 10 minutes. Stinging nettle may cause a slight reddening of the skin.
Parsley face mask
You should get:
- a bunch of fresh parsley leaves;
- a spoonful of lemon and orange juice;
- a spoonful of honey.
All the ingredients are put in a blender and mixed until a paste is formed.
Apply parsley paste on eyes, face and décolleté for 20 minutes.
Anti-aging mask with aloe
In this case you will need:
- A tablespoon of crushed aloe pulp with juice;
- vitamin E - capsule.
Mix aloe and vitamin E and apply the mixture on the problem areas. Leave the mask on for 15-20 minutes, then rinse your face with a warm herbal infusion.
Herbal face wash
You can wash your face daily with a herbal tincture for the desired effect in fighting the signs of skin aging.
In addition, washing, you can achieve several results at the same time:
- cleaning from sweat and oil secretions, dust and dirt particles;
- remove acne, reduce inflammation, narrow pores;
- tone the skin.
Here's what you need to know about preparing and using a toner for washing:
- preparation of the product with water or alcohol: water tonic can be stored for no more than two days, alcohol tonic - up to two weeks;
- use herbs: chamomile, sage, parsley, chives, nettle, horseradish, green tea;
- natural vegetable juices - aloe, citrus, cucumber;
- No need to wash the tonic;
- Use the product every morning and evening.
Recipes with ice
The brief contact of ice with the epidermis is very beneficial: it stimulates blood flow to the cells by dilating blood vessels. As a result, the metabolism in the cells increases, and they are renewed faster. All this will delay the drying process. Wrinkles are smoothed and the face looks fresh and healthy.
To make the procedure safe, follow these small recommendations:
- to keep your fingers from freezing, hold the cube with a paper napkin and quickly treat the skin without staying in one area for more than a few seconds;
- cool the skin from the chin and start moving towards the ears, nose and forehead;
- repeat the procedure several times and then do not wipe your face;
- After 15 minutes of use, lubricate the skin with a nourishing cream.
Parsley ice cubes
Finely chop a bunch of parsley and pour a glass of boiling water into it. Put on low heat and boil the broth for about 15 minutes. Cool, filter and pour into molds. You can use fresh parsley chopped in a blender.
Aloe
To prepare, cut a leaf from the plant and refrigerate for a week. Then squeeze out the juice and infuse chamomile tincture.
To do this, you need to pour half a glass of boiling water over a spoonful of grass and let it brew for about an hour. Strain and mix broth with juice one at a time. Freeze and use daily.