Loss of firmness and cramping of the facial skin is a problem that can start to manifest with age after 30-40 years or with sudden weight loss. It can be solved by doing expensive cosmetic procedures or using natural products. One such product is a facial oil that tightens and rejuvenates the skin.
How to tighten your face at home
Often, women face a loss of elasticity of the skin of the face and body at certain periods of life: after childbirth, drastic weight loss. In addition, the elasticity of the facial dermis is affected by:
- prolonged sun exposure without sunscreen;
- bad habits (smoking, alcohol abuse);
- the use of low quality cosmetics;
- pressure.
To avoid loss of elasticity, you should try to reduce the influence of these factors or eliminate them.
Use good habits and natural care products to restore skin elasticity and firmness:
- facial construction - exercises for facial muscles;
- massage yourself with creams and oils;
- the use of oils in the care of skin tightening;
- lifting effect mask;
- rub with ice cubes or wash with hot and cold water alternately;
- rub, scrub.
By performing the above procedure regularly, the effect will be noticeable within a month.
Also, don’t forget about a healthy diet, active lifestyle, and adequate clean water intake.
What oils tighten facial skin
Natural oils are an effective remedy for wrinkles, stretch marks, sagging and other skin problems. They are also called the elixir of youth. Most have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anti-aging, and toxin-removing effects. Vegetable oil penetrates well into the skin and carries other ingredients with it. Essential oils penetrate deeper - into the blood and lymph. Therefore, it must be applied on well-cleansed skin so that dirt, along with oils, do not get into the deep layers of the skin.
Essential oil for toned skin
Vegetable base oils can be used on their own, but the best effect can be achieved by combining them with esters. Listed below are the most effective foundation for the elasticity and firmness of the dermis.
Grape seed oil
It is a universal product suitable for all skin types, obtained with cold squeezed grape seeds. A feature of the product is the content of a record amount of vitamin E and linoleic acid, which helps retain moisture and restore the skin. It also contains tannins, antioxidants, chlorophyll, useful macro and micro elements. The consistency of the oil is light, it does not clog pores, tightens them and controls sebum secretion.
Grape seed oil is used to restore skin elasticity, cellulite, varicose veins.
Jojoba
The oil is made from simmondsia bush nuts. It contains a high amount of vitamin E and is a liquid wax. For daily use, jojoba is recommended to be diluted 1: 1 with other vegetable oils (peach, almond, avocado, grape seed). In its pure form, it is best applied on small areas of skin.
This tool is used to prevent stretch marks, soften rough areas of the dermis, tighten them. Jojoba can be used during pregnancy and in the postpartum period, as it has almost no contraindications and does not cause allergies, it is suitable for any skin. Regular application of oil on the face reduces expression lines and signs of aging.
Avocado
Get products from avocado pulp. It has a greenish color and has a spicy taste and aroma. The uniqueness of the oil is that the fat in its composition is similar in structure to the fat of human skin, which ensures maximum penetration of nutrients into the dermis. After use, the product does not leave an oily effect.
This product is considered one of the best moisturizing, rejuvenating, nourishing, anti-inflammatory agents, which also has a lifting effect. It can be used by pregnant and lactating women, children.
Also, base oils with a lifting effect include:
- olive;
- coconut;
- almonds;
- koko.
What essential oils tighten the skin
The essential oil is concentrated, so it is mixed with the base oil so as not to damage the skin and not to burn. To prepare a facial care product, add a few drops of ether into a tablespoon of base oil or enrich a cream and mask 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 perfume as early as the 10th century. It has a bright and sensual scent and is a strong aphrodisiac with a dense liquid texture. Rose oil has a complex composition, which includes about 300 micro and macro elements. This is one of the most expensive oils and at the same time the most popular oil.
Rose 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 contours of the eyelids, helping in getting rid of dermatitis and scars.
Neroli oil
This product is obtained from the flowers of citrus trees. It has a strong floral scent with a bitter taste and is a major component of famous perfumes. This product is suitable for all skin types, has a good effect on mature and aging skin.
Neroli oil moisturizes the dermis, makes it more elastic, resilient, stimulates regrowth, smoothes wrinkles, helps fight acne and herpes.
Evening roses
The drug is obtained from the flowers of medicinal plants - evening primrose. A feature of the product is the presence of triglycerides in the composition, which affect the breakdown of fats and large amounts 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 vascular walls, and lowers cholesterol and blood sugar levels. This tool can be used not only to tighten the skin of the face and body, but also as an additional element in losing weight, treating cardiovascular diseases, varicose veins.
Esters also increase skin elasticity:
- jasmine;
- vetiver;
- Carnation;
- geranium;
- ylang-ylang;
- cedar;
- incense;
- lemon;
- the tree.
Thanks to its rich composition and natural base, the oil helps tighten and rejuvenate the skin. Use it regularly and you will look younger than your age.