Facial skin loss of firmness and laxity is a problem that can begin to manifest with age after 30-40 years of age or with severe weight loss. It can be solved by performing expensive cosmetic procedures or using natural products. One such product is a face oil that tightens and rejuvenates the skin.
How to tighten face skin at home
Usually, women face a loss of elasticity of the skin of the face and body at certain stages of life: after childbirth, severe weight loss. In addition, the elasticity of the dermis of the face is affected by:
- prolonged sun exposure without sunscreen;
- bad habits (smoking, alcohol abuse);
- using poor quality cosmetics;
- stress.
To prevent loss of elasticity, you need to try to reduce the effects of these factors or eliminate them.
Use good habits and natural care products to restore elasticity and tighten skin:
- face building - exercises for facial muscles;
- self-massage with creams and oils;
- the use of oils in the care of tightening the skin;
- mask lifting effect;
- rub with ice cubes or wash with hot and cold water alternately;
- well, gommage.
With regular implementation of the above procedures, the effect will be noticeable within a month.
Also, don't forget to eat a healthy diet, lead an active lifestyle and drink enough clean water.
What type of oil tightens the face?
Natural oils are an effective home remedy for wrinkles, stretch marks, sagging skin and other skin problems. They are also known as the panacea of youth. Many of them have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anti-aging, and toxin-removal effects. Vegetable oils penetrate well into the skin and carry other substances. Essential oils penetrate deeper - into the blood and lymph. Therefore, they must be applied to well-cleansed skin so that impurities, along with oils, do not penetrate the deep layers of the skin.
Base oil for firm skin
Vegetable-based oils can be used on their own, but the best effect can be achieved by combining them with esters. Here are the most effective basic foundations for dermis elasticity and firmness.
Grape seed oil
It is a universal product suitable for all skin types, obtained by cold pressing grape seeds. The product's standout feature is its record content of vitamin E and linoleic acid, which moisturize and restore skin. It also contains tannins, antioxidants, chlorophyll, useful micro and macro elements. The consistency of the oil is light, does not clog pores, tightens pores and regulates sebum.
Grape seed oil is used to restore skin elasticity, cellulite, varicose veins.
Jojoba
The oil is made from the seeds of the simmondsia bush. It contains large amounts of vitamin E and is a liquid wax. For daily use, jojoba is recommended to be diluted in a 1: 1 ratio with other vegetable oils (peach, almond, avocado, grape seed). In its pure form, it is better to apply it to small areas of the skin.
The tool is used to fight stretch marks, soften rough areas of the dermis, tighten. Jojoba can be used during pregnancy and also postpartum, since it has practically no contraindications and is hypoallergenic, suitable for all skin types. Regularly applying the oil to your face will reduce the signs and symptoms of aging.
Avocado
Get the product from the pulp of the avocado. It has a greenish color and has a nutty flavor and aroma. The unique feature of the oil is that the fats in its composition have a similar structure to the fats of human skin, ensuring maximum penetration of nutrients into the dermis. After application, the product leaves no greasy residue.
The product is considered one of the best moisturizing, rejuvenating, nourishing, anti-inflammatory, and at the same time lifting effect. Pregnant and lactating women and children can use it.
In addition, lifting carrier oils include:
- Olive;
- coconut;
- almonds;
- cocoa.
What essential oils tighten the skin?
Concentrated essential oils should be mixed with carrier oils to avoid skin damage and burns. To prepare a facial product, add a few drops of ether to a tablespoon of carrier oil or enrich creams and masks with it.
The following esters are suitable for restoring the elasticity of the dermis:
Rose oil
This extract was actively used in the East as a cosmetic and perfumery as early as the 10th century. It has a bright, sensual scent and is a potent aphrodisiac with a textured texture. solid, liquid. Rose essential oil has a complex composition, including about 300 micro and macro elements. This is one of the most expensive oils and at the same time the most popular.
Rosehip oil is ideal for dry, flaky, aging skin. It has a tonic, astringent effect, smoothes and restores skin elasticity, making it more elastic. It also restores the contour of the eyelids, helps to eliminate skin inflammation and scarring.
Neroli Oil
This product is obtained from the flowers of citrus trees. It has a strong floral scent with a hint of bitterness and is the main ingredient of famous perfumes. The product is suitable for all skin types, has a good effect on mature and aging skin.
Neroli oil moisturizes the dermis, makes it elastic, better elastic, stimulates regeneration, smooths wrinkles, helps fight acne and herpes.
Primrose
The remedy is taken from the flower of a medicinal plant - primrose. The product is characterized by the presence of triglycerides in the composition, which affect the breakdown of fats, and a large amount of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.
Evening primrose oil increases skin elasticity, stimulates the body's natural self-rejuvenation process, affects lipid metabolism, stimulates weight loss, strengthens cell membranes and vessel walls, reduces bloodcholesterol and blood sugar. This tool is used not only for facial and body tightening, but also as an additional element in weight loss, treatment of cardiovascular diseases, varicose veins.
Esters also increase skin elasticity:
- jasmine;
- vetiver grass;
- Carnation;
- geranium herb;
- ylang-ylang;
- cedar;
- smell;
- Lemon;
- Tea tree.
Thanks to their rich composition and natural base, the oils help to tighten and rejuvenate the skin. Use them regularly and you will look younger than your years.