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By the age of 30, it becomes clear that skin care needs to be strengthened. And no more face masks. Which one to choose, purchased or cooked with your own hands, we will tell in this article.
Features and effectiveness of masks for those over 30
After 30 years, age-related changes gradually begin to appear. For rare lucky ones, the process happens slowly and imperceptibly. Most often, by the age of 30, young women discover:
rays of wrinkles around the eyes;
loss of skin tone after a sleepless night;
dark circles and swelling under the eyes from constant work at the computer;
dull complexion.
A face mask helps keep the skin in good condition.
Cosmetologists know for sure that all of these troubles can be countered in at least two ways: with the help of cosmetic procedures (peeling, laser resurfacing, rejuvenating injections) and through cosmetics. And here the masks have no equal, because they not only enhance the effect of basic care, but also give instant results.
Due to the concentrated composition, they have a more active effect on the epidermis.
Due to the dense layer of the mask, which is how it is recommended to apply most products in this category, the active ingredients work one hundred percent.
The vitamins and minerals that the masks are saturated with provide many positive effects: they smooth out wrinkles, restore skin tone and elasticity.
One of the functions of masks is to nourish the skin, that is, to saturate it with essential substances.
What properties should masks have?
Face masks smooth and tighten the skin.
Speaking of face masks, we can single out several effects at once, which we are waiting for after the procedure.
Smoothing and prevention of skin creases – wrinkles.
Restoration of tone, firmness and elasticity of the epidermis.
Fresh complexion.
More even and smoother skin texture.
Features of composition
The composition of masks for 30-year-olds, in addition to antioxidants, includes peptides and retinol.
The composition of anti-aging masks includes ingredients with different functionality.
Mineral clays help cleanse pores, strengthen the oval of the face.
Antioxidants have an anti-aging effect and fight free radicals, preventing oxidative stress.
Fruit acids, retinol exfoliate the skin from the layer of dead cells, saturate tissues with oxygen, and promote powerful regeneration.
Peptides and special molecules such as proxylan give skin cells an impulse to regenerate and rejuvenate.
Plant extracts and oils moisturize the skin, making it softer and smoother.
Varieties of masks for skin after 30 years
Pull-ups.
Purifying.
Moisturizing.
Anti-aging.
Nutritious.
Rules for the use of home masks
To get the desired wow effect from the mask, you need to properly prepare the skin for the procedure. As a rule, this is a regular routine that requires our attention and consistency.
Purification
Rules for applying a mask
The mask is applied in a dense layer on the entire face, excluding the area around the eyes. Usually manufacturers write about the recommended method of application on the packaging.
How long to keep
The exposure time is always indicated in the instructions.
How to wash off the mask correctly
The mask is washed off with warm or cool water.
Care after the mask
After any mask, the face must be treated with a tonic or lotion. Then apply a moisturizing or nourishing cream.
The best time for masks is from 19.00 to 22.00, when the skin is most receptive to active substances.
Mask choice: homemade or purchased
Above, we have described everything related to finished products that are sold in pharmacies or stores. But does all this apply to homemade masks? Ekaterina Turubara, Vichy medical expert, helps to understand.
Homemade | Purchased | ||
composition | We do not argue that fresh vegetables and fruits, as well as honey, sour cream, natural yogurt, etc., are rich in vitamins and minerals. With only one amendment – separately and as food. But whether a mixture of them in the form of masks is effective is a big question, because experts have not tested this. As well as did not conduct tests for smoothing wrinkles. | Ready-made products, including masks, are always tested for effectiveness, safety, and tolerability. If the package says to reduce wrinkles, the product actually reduces wrinkles. If about moisturizing, it fights against dry skin and its dehydration. | |
Expert Opinion | Ekaterina Turubara: “A mask with an anti-aging effect is a good addition to the care for a girl who is sure that it is too early for her to use an anti-aging cream, but at the same time wants to prevent premature skin aging. Short-term, but intense exposure to anti-aging components against the background of normal moisturizing will create a positive effect. | ||
Efficiency | Most of the products from the store are regularly checked for the content of harmful substances, but no one can give a 100% safety guarantee. It makes sense to prepare homemade masks only from products that you are XNUMX% sure of, that is, you have grown them yourself in the country using the method of sustainable farming. | In cosmetic laboratories, only the active substance is usually obtained from the plant, and the entire ground stem is not placed in the product. | |
Expert Opinion | Ekaterina Turubara: “Masks are a special category of products. Due to the fact that they are applied in a dense layer (or in the form of impregnation of the fabric base), an occlusion is created that “seals” the active ingredients in the skin.” | ||
Convenience | Our grandmothers had no choice: there were no purchased cosmetics, so they prepared it right in the kitchen and frightened their husbands with faces covered in tomatoes and sour cream. If it’s more convenient for you, we won’t mind. | When there is no desire to cook for half an hour and wash dishes for another half an hour in order to lie on the couch for 20 minutes, wiping gruel flowing from the skin, it is better to use a more convenient purchased format. Manufacturers have made sure that the product does not flow, smells good and is easy to use. | |
Folk recipes vs ready-made products
For a modern girl, the usual set of cosmetics for skin care is rarely limited to a cleanser and cream. Many can boast a whole arsenal of products for every taste: from essences and serums to fluids and masks. We suggest focusing on the latter and making a choice between folk recipes and ready-made products.
Anti-wrinkle mask after 30 years
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp soft avocado;
- 2 drops of olive oil;
- 1 tsp sour cream.
How to prepare and use:
cleanse the skin of the face;
in a glass or ceramic bowl, mash a ripe avocado with a spoon;
add the rest of the ingredients to the gruel;
mix everything thoroughly;
apply the resulting mixture to cleansed skin;
leave on for 15-20 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water.
Mask for skin care around the eyes
Ingredients:
2-3 drops of olive oil;
½ grated raw potato.
How to prepare and use:
divide the cotton pad in half;
put on it first raw mashed potatoes, then drip oil;
apply halves of a cotton pad under the eyes and leave for 10 minutes;
Rinse off and apply eye cream.
Mask for skin after 30 years
Ingredients:
½ banana;
½ tsp sour cream or natural yogurt;
1 tsp honey
How to prepare and use:
mash banana;
add the rest of the ingredients to it and mix thoroughly;
cleanse the skin of the face and apply the resulting mixture;
wash off after 30 minutes.
Moisturizing mask after 30 years
Ingredients:
1 tsp. honey;
1 tsp milk.
How to prepare and use:
mix honey and milk in a glass bowl;
cleanse the skin of impurities;
apply the resulting mixture;
leave for 20 minutes.
Lifting mask for care after 30 years
Ingredients:
protein of 1 egg;
1 tsp. honey;
1 tsp olive oil.
How to prepare and use:
mix all the ingredients;
cleanse the face: wash and lightly exfoliate;
apply the resulting mixture in a dense layer, avoiding the area around the eyes;
stand for about 20-30 minutes;
Rinse thoroughly and apply a moisturizing or nourishing cream.
Mask for oily skin
Ingredients:
1 Art. l sour cream;
1 st. l. finely grated carrots;
1 egg yolk;
½ tsp olive oil.
How to prepare and use:
grate carrots on a fine grater;
add olive oil and mix;
add sour cream and yolk;
cleanse the skin and apply the prepared mixture;
withstand no more than 20 minutes;
rinse with warm water and apply aftercare.
Mask for dry skin
Ingredients:
1 st. l. cucumber pulp;
1 egg yolk;
½ tsp linseed oil.
How to prepare and use:
grate a peeled cucumber;
mix with yolk and butter;
cleanse the skin of the face;
apply the prepared mixture for 20 minutes;
wash off with warm water;
wipe the skin with tonic;
apply moisturizer.
Night cream-mask “Luxury nutrition. Extraordinary Oil, L’Oréal Paris
The product is enriched with oils of nutmeg rose and argan, royal jelly and extract of impera cylindric. The mask is applied in the evening in a dense layer for 10–15 minutes, and the result is evaluated in the morning: the skin calms down and softens, the complexion evens out, and a natural glow appears.
Mask for instant skin radiance Turmeric & Сranberry Seed Energizing Radiance Masque, Kiehl’s
The mask contains cranberry oil and turmeric. Thanks to their action, the pores become less noticeable, the skin condition improves, and the natural radiance appears.
Hydrogel mask for radiance and youthful skin Advanced Génifique Hydrogel Melting Mask, Lancôme
A mask with an extract of probiotics can be applied in different ways: as an express remedy – for 10 minutes; as a full-fledged mask for flawless radiance – for 20 minutes. The hydrogel base fits snugly around the face and securely adheres to the skin.
Revitalizing night cream and mask for intense oxygenation of the skin Slow Age, Vichy
The brown mask contains resveratrol, which intensively saturates the cells with oxygen. The composition includes the antioxidant baicalin, caffeine, niacinamide (soothes and strengthens the skin).
Safety measures
A contraindication to the use of masks can only be intolerance to any component.
We also advise you to pay attention to the freshness of the products – the quality of the ingredients that you are going to apply to your face should not be in doubt.