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 occur that are difficult to hide with cosmetics.
Flaws give the face an unkempt, sad look.
Specially designed and tested anti-aging face masks at home after 40 years, which have been tested by many ladies and received a lot of positive reviews, help 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 that are in the household 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 skin type, as well as the effect that needs 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 need to familiarize yourself with the rules that help increase the effectiveness of the product and help achieve a quick effect:
- The mixtures are not prepared in large quantities.When stored for a long time, the components lose their beneficial properties. The mask should be prepared before use.
- Allergy testing.Before applying the composition to 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 facial skin that has been previously treated with a cleansing composition. To increase effectiveness, the surface is pre-steamed. Thus, the components penetrate faster into the layers of the dermis and epidermis.
- Application.The mask is applied using a brush or fingers. Application is carried out strictly along massage lines. It is important not to stretch the skin.
- Time of use.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 forty-five years, women are recommended to do nourishing, rejuvenating and moisturizing treatments at home.
It is important to provide high-quality, complete skin care and saturate the epidermis with useful substances. Thus, in a short period of time, it is possible to significantly improve the appearance, eliminate fine wrinkles, and make deep creases less distinct and obvious.
Anti-wrinkle mask
A product based on vitamins will help 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 a mushy consistency is formed. 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 primarily affects this area. Also, 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 eliminate the defect:
- 1 tbsp. l. sour cream;
- 1 tsp. almond oil;
- a teaspoon of cilantro juice.
Mix the ingredients so that there are no lumps. Apply gently onto skin before going to bed. After waking up, remove excess with a napkin.
Rejuvenating mask
A number of components can quickly restore skin elasticity and stimulate the 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.
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 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 any problems at home.
Compound:
- 1 protein;
- 1 tbsp. l. sour cream;
- a teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice;
- teaspoon glycerin.
Mix all 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 out folds and creases well, eliminates hyperpigmentation, gives a 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. 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 must be washed off immediately.
Eye mask
With age, the skin of the eyelids becomes thinner, sagging, dark circles, swelling often occur, and benign neoplasms appear, which are caused by deterioration of blood circulation and a decrease in the supply of oxygen 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 that are applied to the upper eyelids for 30 minutes.
Eye mask
For the lower eyelid, cosmetics are used whose action is aimed at nourishing and moisturizing the epidermis.
Compound:
- 10 drops of olive oil;
- teaspoon of cocoa;
- ¼ 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 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, chapped skin.
Compound:
- 1 tbsp. l. sour cream;
- 5-6 black currants;
- 1/5 avocado.
Mash the fruits. 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. To tighten pores and get rid of impurities, a product based on Dead Sea mud is used.. For processing you will need a heaped tablespoon of mud, 10 ml of vitamins E and C.
The composition is spread with a spatula over 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 any skin damage, rashes, cuts, etc. If fever occurs, remove the mask.
For a fading 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 the formation of collagen, moisturizes well and eliminates signs of aging.
For oily skin
Oily skin is not susceptible to wrinkles for a long time. However, too wide pores and a greasy sheen give the surface an unkempt appearance.
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, mint decoction is added to the mixture.
The product cleanses well and subsequently closes pores, exfoliates the stratum corneum, and eliminates oily sheen.
For problem skin
Compositions based on natural ingredients help eliminate skin rashes and inflammations.
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 the 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 takes on a fresh look. Berries can be applied to the face without the use of additional components.
To ensure a lifting effect, rejuvenation, increase smoothness and velvety, a composition of honey and paraffin is used. The paraffin should first be melted and then mixed with honey. The product is generously applied to the surface and left for 30 minutes. After the paraffin has hardened, the composition can be easily removed without the use of 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 hazardous components. Such products are not addictive to the skin.
It is recommended to make masks 1-2 times a week, alternating them with each other. Using the same product for a long time is not recommended.
The visible effect appears after 3-4 weeks of regular use.
Also, to preserve and maintain 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 right.