This is how our nature is arranged in an interesting way - we are born with a different set of genes, in fact, each person is unique. This applies to everything from the size of your nose to how you will look at 20, 40 and 60 years old.
We cannot change what is given to us beyond recognition (unless we spend money on plastic surgery, but we all know that this snag only disfigures women). We can only learn how to properly care for our appearance, in particular for the skin of our face at home.
Some have naturally oily skin, others dry and thin, it is believed that in modern conditions, normal skin is very rare, more often combination skin - Skin can behave differently depending on the season and temperature and weather conditions.
We cannot completely change our skin type - therefore, DO NOT believe the tricks of advertisers who assure you that your skin will cease to be oily forever from their miracle remedy! But, if you choose cosmetics that are suitable for your skin type and take care of it correctly, then it will look healthier and really get an order of magnitude less fat.
So, let's figure out how to make your daily skin care more effective.
Oily skin
This type of skin is usually thicker, the pores are clearly visible and enlarged. The skin has an oily sheen, due to which it collects all the dirt and dust - which is why oily skin often suffers from rashes and acne. The advantage is that due to its thickness and protection from drying out, oily skin is not prone to wrinkles, so the owners of this type of skin (if they learn to take proper care of it) will look young for a long time.
Dry skin
In order for the skin to be protected from environmental influences and to look perfect, you need it - the first is to cleanse, the second is to tone up, and the third is to moisturize / nourish... All this facial can be done at home.
You need to perform all these actions in the morning and in the evening, with the only difference that in the morning - after cleansing and toning, we moisturize the skin, and in the evening - nourish. Do not think that in the morning you can do without the first two points and just start applying cosmetics to the cream.(or without it!).
After all, while we sleep, the sebaceous glands also work, we rub our face against the pillow, and collect dust and bacteria on it, which will gladly arrange for you inflammation and acne, if you do not carefully carry out all morning procedures. Means for these care processes must be chosen according to the type of skin (have you already decided on it in the previous paragraph?).
Skin type can change over the course of a lifetime, so make-up should be selected based on how your skin feels and looks now. In summer, any type of skin usually produces more oil; in winter, it is drier. The work of the sebaceous glands is also affected by hormones and nutrition. For example, with the advent of menopause, the skin becomes dry, and the addition of polyunsaturated fatty acids to the diet makes dry skin normal.
If you use mass-market cosmetics, check the composition of the products. Try to choose the most natural (read in this case - harmless) remedies.
IMPORTANT! For oily skin, we do not use tonics with alcohol (this is exactly what inexperienced young girls do - after all, oily skin, I really want to degrease it, but this can only aggravate the problem). Also for oily skin creams on an oily basis and without a note about the absence of comedogenicity are contraindicated.
IMPORTANT: Look for mild, non-aggressive cleansers and toners for dry skin. But creams on a fat-free basis are not suitable here. Dry skin is especially important to protect from UV rays and frost. Therefore, in the summer, do not go outside without a protective moisturizer, and in the winter without a fatty-nutritious one. Moreover, it is advisable to take 30 minutes before going outside.
IMPORTANT: For combination skin, proper care of its various areas is important.
Any type of skin should not be rubbed strongly when cleansing or toning, all movements should be light and smooth. You need to wash yourself first with warm water, then you can slightly reduce the temperature - we do not injure the skin with ice water.
After all, the temperature helps to open the pores, in warm water - they open easier and you can cleanse your skin much better.
The cream should be applied with patting soft movements (do not rub or rub!), In certain directions:
It is also important to observe the correct application of the creams. It is recommended to apply creams and serums to damp skin, but sunscreens to dry skin. In addition, you cannot wipe your face with a towel - only blot it, and then preferably with napkins.
Mass-market cosmetics, that is, advertised cosmetics sold in regular perfumery stores, as a rule, contain toxic petrochemical products. 90% of the cost of these properties goes to the formation of an advertising campaign and popularization of products.
All these beautiful girls with shining peach faces who smile at us from screens and labels make us buy these products. We also want to look the same stunning. And at this moment we do not at all ask the question, what is included in the composition of such cosmetics? What is included in this remaining scanty 10% of the price?
Problem skin directly indicates a malfunction in the body. Therefore, no matter how excellent means you smear it, this will only help to eliminate the consequences a little, but it will not solve the problem.
Instead of buying another acne tonic, consult an endocrinologist- most often problem skin is the result of hormonal disorders or nutritional disorders.
In order for moisturizing and nourishing creams and serums to better penetrate the structure of the skin and work there, you must remove all possible obstacles for this. And this means - thoroughly cleanse the skin of dirt (using milk, foam, gommage, gel) and dead epithelium (using scrubs).
For oily skin for this, you can use exfoliating scrubs quite often.
But with dry- no more than once a week, while it is better to select only soft scrubs - so as not to damage the thin skin.
Apply natural oils for rejuvenation (argan oil, rose masketa, immortelle, evening primrose) to the skin several times a week. This should be done in the evenings, applied on damp skin with massage movements, and on top - a moisturizer.
Do not wash your face with tap water!
Ordinary tap water can be hard - it contains magnesium and calcium salts, which dry out the skin with prolonged use. This is especially dangerous for dry skin, it can begin to peel off, although all the care products were selected by you correctly.
In order to soften the water, boil it and add a quarter teaspoon of baking soda (optionally - half a teaspoon of borax, one tablespoon of glycerin or lemon juice - for oily skin). If the skin is too sensitive, it is good to dilute boiled water in half with milk (temperature 24-25C).
Svetlana Markova
Beauty is like a precious stone: the simpler it is, the more precious!
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Women's skin requires constant and close attention to itself. So, already in adolescence, the problem of acne needs to be solved through comprehensive care, which also includes the selection of cosmetics. Women over the age of 25 need to spend even more time taking care of their skin at home. The choice of funds is great, you just need to choose the right one. We advise you to pay attention to homemade recipes for cosmetics.
From a young age, every girl should take care of her skin, let it become a habit. Maintaining natural beauty will take only a few minutes a day, the reward for the minutes spent will be young skin of the face and décolleté. The procedures mentioned below are sometimes supplemented with masks, peeling, scrubs. A child, teenager, young girl and mature woman have the right to look great!
The main disadvantage of oily skin is that it shines, in addition, the pores on it are large, as a result of which it quickly becomes dirty. Therefore, its timely cleaning is considered the basic basis. You need to clean your face in the morning and in the evening. For care, it is better to use the following products.
Dry skin lacks water and nutrients, so caring for it consists in using products containing nutrients and collagen components. It is protected by a thin layer of fatty film, so you need to wash yourself with products containing a minimum amount of alkalis, it is desirable that the pH value does not exceed 0. Dry skin is sensitive to frost, sudden changes in temperature, precipitation, bright sunlight.
Bran soap
Yolk-oil mixture
Black bread
Normal skin is distinguished by elasticity, an even healthy color, it does not flake off, does not shine. To make her look great all the time, you need to take care of her. It is better to wash with soft water at a temperature of 20-30 degrees with baby soap. If the water is too cold, the skin becomes flabby, you will have to use anti-aging cosmetics. To maintain a healthy looking face, use the following products:
Orange juice
Lotion from a decoction of chamomile and St. John's wort
Birch sap lotion
Only a specialist can prescribe proper care for problem skin. Infectious diseases are often the cause of problems. If you ignore the advice of your doctor, and do not start intensive treatment, there is a risk of spreading the infection. It is undesirable for people with skin problems to sunbathe and stay in the sun for a long time until complete recovery. If doctors have identified a couperose lesion of the integument, you should heed their advice and begin complex treatment.
In windy autumn and winter time, strong wind and frost contribute to the rapid loss of fluid: at least a liter of fluid per day evaporates through the skin. To reduce moisture loss, cosmetologists recommend applying a protective cream to the face daily.
In the summer, skin care should be given close attention: heat, sun, dry air worsen its condition. But do not immediately rush into the battle for cleanliness and whitening of the face: washing, the use of scrubs contribute to the violation of the protective film, as a result, dehydration occurs.
Many men ignore cosmetic products, so they develop problems with their facial skin over time. Although men's skin is much rougher than women's, it also needs care, including the use of cosmetics: creams, scrubs, lotions, post-peeling, age-related products. Cosmetologists recommend the following measures:
Professional facial treatment involves the use of special cosmetics. This cosmetics has its own characteristics, so it is mainly used by professionals in beauty salons. You need to be able to use professional cosmetics, before using it, you should carefully study the instructions.
Dear readers, I welcome everyone! With you - makeup artist Olga Ramazanova. In my practice, I quite often came across the fact that women simply do not know how or do not want to use skin care cosmetics. As a result, premature aging of the face, age spots, deep wrinkles, and even serious diseases of the dermis appear.
But all these problems can be avoided or postponed! If you care about your beauty and health, then read this article on how to take care of your facial skin at home.
Dermatologists distinguish between several types of skin: oily, combination, normal and dry. The main indicator for their separation is the degree of sebum (sebum) secretion. Each type needs to be looked after in different ways. Let's discuss this issue in detail.
Oily skin
You need to take care of a problem person more carefully. It will be correct in this case to contact a beautician. My advice is to reduce any contact of the dermis with sources of bacteria - a towel, washcloth, makeup brushes, sponges, hands, and even glasses.
It will not be superfluous to iron the pillowcase on which you sleep every time. You also need to exclude the use of scrubs and peels. Be very careful about various remedies for inflammation, it is better to consult a specialist.
Combination skin
Normal skin
Dry skin
The skin around the eyes is very thin and delicate, and therefore requires special treatment. Regular face cream has a denser texture and will not be absorbed by the skin of the eyelids. Therefore, it is necessary to choose a special cream that will solve your problem: puffiness, dark circles or expression lines.
It must be applied after cleansing the face twice a day along the massage lines (as in the picture). Movements should be light and patting. It is important not to go near the edge of the eyelid so that the cream does not get into the eyes.
In winter, protection is also needed, but from the cold. Care products should be nutritious and contain vitamins that are not available in sufficient quantities with food during this period.
In conclusion, I want to say that in addition to purchased cosmetics, you can use "grandmother's recipes" based on herbs, oils and other improvised means. This will help you save money and be sure of the naturalness of the components. The main thing is that the recipes are proven and fairly simple.
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Daily facial skin care takes effort and time, but it pays off if the reflection in the mirror pleases with freshness. Many stars admit that salon procedures and plastic surgery help them look younger than their years. But there are also those celebrities who actively use family or folk beauty recipes, preferring regular facials at home.
It is necessary to take care of the skin in a comprehensive manner, since its condition directly depends on nutrition, health, physical activity, the presence or absence of bad habits. Effective facial care involves the use of quality cosmetics that match the type of skin.
A simple test will help determine what kind of skin you have.
This test is relevant for young skin. Over the years, the secretion of fat decreases. The skin turgor also decreases. In the first place are the problems of laxity, wrinkles and bags under the eyes. Cosmetologists call this type of skin aging and recommend special anti-aging products for it. The need for such cosmetics is determined individually. The rate of aging depends on lifestyle and heredity: for some, noticeable wrinkles appear at 25, while others at 40 can boast of smooth, elastic and radiant skin.
Another, separately distinguished skin type is problem skin. Most often it is observed in adolescents, but it can also be in adults at different periods of life. Signs of problem skin include acne breakouts, comedones, enlarged pores, a bumpy surface, and an unhealthy complexion. Such manifestations can be a consequence of hormonal changes, diseases of the digestive and endocrine systems. Sensitive skin is also a problem type. Frequent flaking, redness, soreness of the skin leads to improper care, a tendency to allergies.
Matte, smooth, thin and delicate - dry skin looks great in youth, but without sufficient hydration and nutrition it quickly ages after 25-30 years. She does not tolerate hard water and soap, frequent peeling, dry air, wind and sun rays. Dry skin is often prone to rosacea, so you cannot wash your face with very cold or, conversely, hot water.
How to take care of your face at home? If you have dry skin:
Be sure to include homemade natural masks in your facial treatment at home.
"Prisoner of the Caucasus" Natalya Varley advises making them on the basis of sour cream, as it nourishes, softens and moisturizes the skin well. Hollywood actress Julia Roberts, best known for the movie Pretty Woman, uses a potato-based face pack for her face. Having boiled one medium tuber in her uniform, she peels it and kneads it thoroughly with a fork. Add whipped yolk and a tablespoon of cream to mashed potatoes. The composition is applied to the face while still warm and holds for 15 minutes. It is advisable to do the mask twice a week.
In their youth, owners of normal skin types need to minimize the use of cosmetics. Their covers do an excellent job of protecting and updating themselves. After 25 years of age, home skin care should become regular, but not overwhelming:
"Miss Congeniality" Sandra Bullock wipes her skin with a slice of apple every day. Natural juice replaces her tonics. Ekaterina Strizhenova has her own recipe for beauty. In facial care, she adheres to the grandmother's rule. You can put any salad ingredients on your skin. As a tonic, the TV presenter uses herbal ice, for the preparation of which calendula, chamomile, parsley, and dill are used.
In youth, oily skin is a lot of trouble. Due to the increased activity of the sebaceous glands, it constantly shines. Girls with oily skin are worried about enlarged pores and blackheads on the face. At the same time, signs of aging in such women come later, as the fat protects the skin from the negative effects of environmental factors and dehydration.
How to properly care for your face? If you have oily skin:
Proper facial treatment with combination skin is to treat it as oily in summer and dry in winter.
Bollywood star Ashwarya Rae gets rid of the oily sheen with egg white. She puts it on her face for a quarter of an hour, and then rinses it off with water acidified with lemon juice. The unfading Nonna Grishaeva uses a family recipe. First, she cleanses the skin with a scrub of oatmeal (half a glass) and olive oil (table l.). Then he washes off this product with a glass of kefir with the addition of lemon juice (tea. L.). The beauty session ends with a 10-minute mask of grated apple and a tablespoon of honey.
With the wrong care, oily skin becomes problematic. With insufficient cleansing, the pores become clogged with fat, dust and dead particles of the epithelium. The blockage usually leads to inflammation: pimples appear on the face. In the period of exacerbation of acne, peeling and masks should not be done, the skin should not be steamed. When washing, use herbal decoctions. Treat inflammation with tea tree oil twice a day.
In the future, when acne heals, you can use lemon herbal tea for prevention. This is exactly what Britney Spears practices at home. The pop singer pours the brewed drink into a large saucepan with hot water and steams the skin for 20 minutes.
With hypersensitivity, facial skin care at home involves:
If you have sensitive skin, take a “vacation” from cosmetics from time to time.
Singer Evgenia Vlasova soothes chapped or irritated skin with a watermelon rind mask. Cut the peel, add half a glass of cottage cheese, 3 sprigs of parsley, a tablespoon of honey and the same amount of almond oil. The mass is mixed in a blender and applied to a cleansed face for a third of an hour. Repeat the procedure twice a week.
How to take care of your face at home after 30? Use makeup for your age. It is not necessary to buy it, the funds can be prepared at home. Start your morning with cleansing, toning and applying a day cream with an SPF filter. In the evening, remove makeup with milk and apply a caring serum. Do peels and masks 1-2 times a week.
Edita Piekha knows how to properly care for facial skin at a noble age. The 79-year-old singer is helped by mimic gymnastics to keep her muscles toned. Edita Stanislavovna softens the skin with honey (table l.) With the addition of lemon juice (5 drops). Sophia Loren looks great at 82. A light lifting of the face of the Italian woman is provided by a gelatin mask. 15 g of food powder should be diluted in 50 ml of milk. After an hour, the gelatin is completely dissolved in a water bath. Then add 3 tea each. l. glycerin and honey. Action time - 15 minutes.
First you need to determine what type of facial skin belongs to. Only then can you begin to choose the means to care for her.
There are three main types of facial skin:
dry- creates a feeling of tightness, characterized by narrowed pores and frequent appearance of various peeling;
oily- has enlarged pores, often shines with shine and is distinguished by the presence of constant inflammatory reactions (in the form of acne or acne);
normal skin- does not peel off, does not shrink, does not have a greasy sheen.
It is very rare to find any of the skin types in its pure form, often a variety of skin problems are added to all of the above characteristic features, which provoke the following classification by facial skin types:
After determining the type of skin, it is necessary to try in every possible way to eliminate this or that problem. To do this, you should follow a certain number of rules for caring for your face at home.
Home care for the skin of the face, which is simply necessary for any type of skin, consists in certain manipulations:
1.nourishment of the skin of the face (twice a day you need to apply a nourishing cream, and once a week - a mask),
2. (you need to wash your face at least twice a day and drink plenty of fluids),
3. cleansing (use scrubs once a week).
Necessary:
2 tbsp. spoons of rice grains,
1 tbsp. a spoonful of sour cream,
1 teaspoon of liquid honey.
How to cook:
Grind the rice grains with a coffee grinder, mix the resulting flour with sour cream and add liquid honey. Apply the mask to previously cleansed face skin for 15 minutes, then remove with a sufficient amount of warm water.
There are also versatile homemade beauty products that can help treat all skin types.
Necessary:
3 tbsp. spoons of strawberry pulp,
1 tbsp. a spoonful of milk powder
3 drops of mandarin and chamomile essential oil.
How to cook:
Take the pulp of strawberries, mix with milk powder, add mandarin and chamomile essential oils. Use the resulting mass to cleanse your face with gentle massaging movements. The procedure can be performed within 7-9 minutes, during which time the keratinized part of the skin will be perfectly removed, and the open delicate skin layer will be moisturized.
Clean unpeeled potatoes, grated on a fine grater, will help tone the skin around the eyes.
Necessary:
1 tbsp. a spoonful of grated potatoes,
1 tbsp. a spoonful of milk
1 tsp flour.
How fitto make:
Toss the grated potatoes with milk and flour. Apply the resulting mixture to the skin and let sit for 7-15 minutes. This mask effectively smoothes fine wrinkles and moisturizes the delicate skin around the eyes.
See the story on how to care for the skin around the eyes:
Necessary:
1 tbsp. a spoonful of oatmeal,
1 tbsp. string spoon,
1 tbsp. spoon of calendula,
1 tbsp. a spoonful of lavender,
8 tbsp. spoons of boiling water
2 teaspoons of liquid soap,
2 teaspoons of olive oil
4 drops of bey essential oil.
How to cook:
Take a mixture of oatmeal, string, calendula and lavender, pour boiling water over it. Boil, cool slightly, rub through a sieve. Add liquid soap and olive oil and bey essential oil. Wash with the resulting gel twice a day. Thanks to this composition, the skin of the face is perfectly cleansed and nourished.
