One week until New Years! How to fix your face

Plan A. Week left

There are many options for massage. Here are just a few links to articles on the topic. And also a video tutorial.

Plan B. Few days left

A lot has been written about fast-acting cosmetics. But if there are still 4-5 days left, it is worth shifting the emphasis in care a little and paying attention first of all to serums that promise results within a week. Moreover, it makes sense to use two serums at once for a synergistic effect at such an important moment. For example:

Evening

In this regard, serums in ampoules are very convenient. They are often sold in courses, have a very light fluid texture and are quickly absorbed without leaving any unpleasant sensations on the skin.

When I tried these ampoules for the first time (my first experience was with Peptide-C), the effect seemed incredible to me: even tone, even color, that very radiance, filled, moisturized skin. I can’t say that wrinkles really bother me, but, of course, there are wrinkles in the corners of my eyes, and when I don’t get enough sleep or get very tired, the nasolabial folds seem to become deeper and darker. At first, I was very skeptical about the statements that after 7 days of using the ampoules, wrinkles become less noticeable – how is this possible! But it seems to me that in my case it happened even earlier. Of course, we are all different, but it’s worth a try.

As for the serum with glycolic acid, I was generally afraid to use it, because I have very sensitive skin – I was afraid of any redness, dryness and other troubles. However, nothing of the sort even came close. Just an even complexion and smooth skin. And the next morning after the first application. And every day it only got better. The composition of the ampoule includes not only glycolic acid and vitamin C, which are announced in the title, but also hyaluronic acid. Apparently, therefore, there was no sensation of dryness, which I was so afraid of. On the contrary, the skin seemed quite hydrated, so much so that several times I even forgot to put on a night cream.

But on the ampoules, the light of a wedge, of course, did not converge. There are no restrictions in using classic serums with pipettes or dispensers. For example, Serum Vitamin C10, La Roche-Posay is able to do everything that is necessary in the New Year’s fuss: restore radiance to the skin, smooth, even out the color and relief of the face. The main merit in this is the strong antioxidant vitamin C, the concentration of which is 10%. In addition to it, renewal and exfoliation are entrusted to salicylic acid. At the same time, the serum is also suitable for sensitive skin, since it contains the skin-soothing peptide compound neurosensin and, of course, thermal water with all its richness.

The masters of night transformation also include a nightly restoring concentrate. Midnight Recovery Concentrate, Kiehl’s, which consists of 99,8% products of natural origin – oils, including essential oils (lavender, geranium, rosemary, etc.), and plant extracts (cucumber, turmeric, jasmine), which have excellent antioxidant properties. It is important that the first effect is visible the next morning. And another amazing moment: the smell of lavender speeds up falling asleep (and this is a medical fact!).

After the serums listed above, it is supposed to apply a night cream. After the oil concentrate, this is not required.

Morning

Now let’s move on to the morning “super-moisturizing” routine to consolidate and multiply the result of the night care. Serums with hyaluronic acid can now be found in the line of almost any brand. And each has a lot of undeniable advantages. But I have been faithful to my favorite for several years. gel-serum Mineral 89, Vichy. I really like the lightness of this tool, the skin seems to drink it. Well, everything related to thermal water inspires confidence in me.

By the way, relatively recently, the Mineral 89 collection has replenished with another serum Mineral 89 Probiotic Fractions. To that same thermal water and hyaluronic acid, a fraction of probiotics (in fact, I think that probiotics are the future of cosmetics) and niacinamide were added. The new serum is translucent, but the texture remains the same light. The updated composition is sharpened specifically for skin restoration, which means it is perfect for the New Year’s Eve marathon.

By the way, ampoules with hyaluronic serums are also not uncommon. Recently released in this format Serum HyaluB5, La Roche-Posay. But not only the format has changed. It now contains three types of hyaluronic acid. The third has an even lower molecular weight to enhance penetration. Therefore, the effect is usually noticeable even faster. Serum smoothes the skin, saturating it with moisture, and erases signs of fatigue.

Let me share a personal discovery. To “resuscitate” the skin after sleepless nights, fatigue or illness, when the skin is dehydrated, and I don’t feel like walking with a mask on my face or I simply don’t have it at hand, I sometimes arrange a serum intensive. This applies specifically to moisturizing serums with hyaluronic acid, only to them. On clean skin, wiped with tonic, I apply hyaluronic serum. As soon as it is absorbed, I apply it again, wait until it is absorbed, and apply again – until I feel that it is absorbed more slowly and there is no need for it anymore. But this trick should not be done at night, so as not to provoke morning swelling.

Plan C. 31.12 23.00

Didn’t do anything? Sometimes it happens. Then my advice is to use one of the ampoule serums recommended above for the evening routine in combination with a sheet mask. Why tissue? Yes, because it will be the fastest and you won’t need to wash anything off. Here are a few options to choose from:

The mask may well replace a moisturizer. But it’s up to you to decide, focus on your own feelings.

At the same time, even if you massage and use a combination of serums all week or at least part of it, this is not a reason to refuse a pleasant beauty ritual on New Year’s Eve. By replacing your moisturizer with a mask, you’ll give your skin more power to keep it looking fresh and radiant all night long.

Just in case, keep a selection of articles about express cosmetics.

Express prescription from a dermatologist

We asked what the cosmetologist would advise to do at the very last moment. Here is what Altana Bazyleva, an expert dermatologist at Vichy, told us:

“If there are literally two hours left to clean up, the main thing to remember is that now is not the time to try some new products, especially if they contain active ingredients in a high concentration. On cleansed skin, you can apply a light enzyme peeling roll, then a sheet mask and chilled patches on the skin of the eyelids to quickly eliminate puffiness. Follow up with your favorite vitamin C serum and moisturizer.”

By the way, there are patches that make sense to keep in the refrigerator, they will still come in handy during the holidays!

On behalf of the entire editorial staff, we wish you a Happy New Year and wish you a Happy New Year!