Anti-aging care. Stages of skin care after 40 - 50 years

Every woman understands that as she reaches a certain age, wrinkles will inevitably appear on her face. I want to delay this moment as much as possible, and some representatives of the fair sex resort to the most radical measures. If you notice the first signs of aging, you should not immediately agree to Botox injections. There are more affordable and very effective ways to eliminate wrinkles without the help of cosmetologists.

There are many accessible beauty recipes, by resorting to which every woman can significantly prolong her own youth and maintain the freshness of her skin. To achieve the desired result, it is recommended to regularly use both modern developments in the field of cosmetology and some time-tested folk remedies. Facial care after 40 should be more thorough and regular.

Why do wrinkles appear under the eyes?

Many women notice their first large wrinkles around the eyes at about 30 years old, and by the age of 40 they become even more noticeable. By this time, the skin begins to produce less collagen - an elastic and durable protein responsible for the youth of the epidermis. The top layer of skin becomes thinner, its regeneration processes slow down, moisture is not retained for long - this is how wrinkles form.

Small facial folds around the eyes can be noticed much earlier; they appear in women before the age of 20. However, with age, wrinkles become more noticeable, and so-called “crow’s feet” gradually form, which immediately reveal a woman’s real age, and in some cases, add several years to her in the eyes of others.

Dynamic wrinkles, which appear as a result of constant contraction of the eye muscles, are very difficult to get rid of. To prevent or delay their appearance, you need to frown less, avoid direct sunlight, use creams with sunscreen filters, lead a healthy lifestyle and carefully care for the delicate and vulnerable skin around the eyes. An ideal tool in the fight against such wrinkles will be anti-aging eye patches with bioplankton and the Beauty Style peptide complex (a set of 60 patches in total).

Cosmetics, alas, are not omnipotent

Another extreme is when a woman tries to eliminate the entire spectrum of age-related changes with the help of cosmetics. Eliminate those problems that, unfortunately, cannot be solved with cosmetics.

But a woman endlessly buys a lifting serum, a mask, or an anti-aging cream in the hope of tightening her oval shape or removing a drooping eyelid.

Yes, cosmetics can improve turgor, improve skin tension and, to some extent, smooth out age-related changes. But to achieve maximum results at this age, you definitely need to work with the muscles of the face and neck, and with the vascular system.

Cosmetics alone cannot solve all problems.

And there are problems that, unfortunately, cannot be solved by home care at all, but require highly intensive hardware techniques, professional chemical peels and other procedures.

The role of proper nutrition in skin care

Facial skin care after 40 years also means proper nutrition. To produce collagen in sufficient quantities, the body must constantly receive the appropriate vitamins and minerals contained in certain foods. To provide your skin with this important protein, you need to include in your diet:

• seaweed;
• turkey, chicken meat;
• seafood;
• cabbage, carrots, tomatoes;
• fatty fish;
• citrus;
• rose hips and other berries.

Blueberries, which should be present in a woman’s diet all year round, have a particularly strong effect on the eye capillaries and the skin around the eyes. You can simply freeze these berries for the winter; this will not make them lose their unique properties.

Masks at home

It is possible to carry out complete skin care at home using the following procedures:

• cleansing mask: combine 5 g of coffee and buckwheat flour with 10 g of clay and 20 drops of mango oil. The finished mixture is diluted with tea leaves and stirred thoroughly: apply in a circular motion to the face, rinse after 12 minutes. An ideal recipe for oily skin: relieves redness and rashes, reduces wrinkles;
• toning mask: Mix 4 drops of tangerine oil with 10 g of honey, 15 g of rye flour and 5 ml of cognac. Apply the thoroughly mixed mixture to the skin, excluding the eyelids and nasolabial triangle, rinse off after 20 minutes. The procedure improves blood flow, regeneration processes, and fights skin sagging;

• moisturizing mask: boil potatoes, chop and mix with olive oil until smooth. Apply the mixture 5-6 mm thick to the face, rinse after 20 minutes. The mask smooths out wrinkles and restores elasticity to the skin;
• nourishing mask: 1 tsp Brew chamomile flowers with boiling water and leave for 40 minutes. Drain the broth and mix the herbal pulp with olive oil. Apply the finished mixture to the face and décolleté, leave for 20 minutes, rinse with water. Has a nourishing, calming effect;

• egg mask: Mix 2 chicken yolks with avocado pulp and apply the mixture for 20 minutes. on the skin of the face. After the procedure, rinse with water. The mask is intended for dry, depleted skin: it provides a supply of nutrients.

To achieve results, you need to make masks 1-2 times a week, before applying the skin, thoroughly cleanse and steam.

Do not use ingredients that may cause an allergic reaction.

Prevention of early skin aging

Wrinkles on the face do not always appear in mature women; young representatives of the fair sex often face this problem. The cause of early skin aging can be stress, poor environmental conditions, poor nutrition, and bad habits. Some ladies neglect the basic rules of facial care, as a result of which by the age of 30 they have a real “web” of wrinkles on their faces, and at 40 they look a good ten years older.

It is much easier to prevent early wrinkles than to fight them for a long time. In order to never encounter such a problem, cosmetologists recommend resorting to the following measures from a young age:

• drink more clean water - preferably at least two liters per day;
• make sure that your facial skin is always moisturized - the cellular cream for dry skin “Renaissance” from Christian Breton will come to the rescue;
• cleanse the skin regularly - for this it is recommended to use the AMG 198, Gezatone massager-brush, which will not only cleanse the pores, but also remove blackheads, restore skin tone and improve its appearance;
• remove makeup before going to bed;
• spend more time outdoors;
• give preference to fresh food, in particular vegetables and fruits;
• do not abuse nicotine and alcohol, but it is better to completely get rid of these bad habits;
• get a good night's sleep;
• do not use low-quality cosmetics;
• take vitamins.

The best creams with SPF after 40

In spring and summer, the SPF factor is required in anti-aging day care. After all, active sun causes photoaging of the skin, accelerating its withering.

An average degree of sun protection (SPF15-20) is suitable for spring in urban environments. In summer you will need creams with a protection level of 25 and higher.

Uriage Age Protect SPF30 - an impeccable protective barrier

4.9

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98%

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Anti-aging cream with a high sun protection factor designed for normal to dry skin. Its rich texture eliminates discomfort and tightness after washing, tightens and smoothes tired dermis.

The Age Protect formula based on thermal water contains low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, vitamins and vegetable oils.

The manufacturer's promises are very tempting: the product protects the skin from photoaging, the negative effects of tobacco, radiation from electrical appliances and dust. And the cream really improves the condition of the epidermis, reduces the severity of age-related signs and lightens pigmentation.

Advantages:

• High level of sun protection;
• Rich composition, but light texture;
• Effectively protects against negative external influences;
• Gives the skin a healthy and youthful appearance;
• Lightens age spots.

Flaws:

• Small volume - only 40 ml.

Anti-aging protective cream from Uriage is recommended for owners of dry and normal skin. It is best to use it in the summer - during periods of high solar activity.

Librederm Mezolux Bioreinforcing Anti-age Day Cream SPF15 - an alternative to mesothreads

4.7

★★★★★

editorial assessment

94%

buyers recommend this product

Anti-aging day care from a Russian manufacturer has very high firming properties. The cream has a dense texture, but it is absorbed quickly, which makes it accessible even to those with oily and porous skin.

The product contains: low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, kukui oil, bio-reinforcing complex and red algae concentrate. This formula strengthens the oval of the face, reduces the severity of lip wrinkles and restores elasticity to the skin. And the presence of an SPF15 filter makes the cream ideal for spring.

However, this product also has disadvantages - the small volume, coupled with the unusually high cost for a Russian product, causes dissatisfaction among some customers.

Advantages:

• Availability of SPF filter;
• Increases skin elasticity, maintaining facial contour;
• Intense moisturizing effect;
• Can be used as a base for makeup.

Flaws:

• Small volume – 30 ml.

Bio-reinforcing day cream from Librederm is suitable for women with pronounced lip wrinkles and gravitational ptosis as a spring facial care.

Daily skin care

To keep your facial skin fresh and youthful for as long as possible, it needs to be toned and cleansed. Conventional home remedies cannot always cope with this task. Professional facial care after 40 should include the use of special cosmetic products.

An excellent product that will help restore elasticity, youth and freshness to the skin is a hydrogel rejuvenating lifting mask with Argan and rose stem cells from Beauty Style. This is a very powerful mask, it smooths out wrinkles, prevents age-related changes and evens out skin tone.

Fighting deep wrinkles

If, despite all the measures taken, it was still not possible to avoid the appearance of deep wrinkles, you should not fall into despair and run to make an appointment with a plastic surgeon. There are many ways to combat this pathology at home. A huge number of available products and remedies have anti-aging properties, the main thing is to learn how to use them correctly. Homemade masks will be good allies in the fight against deep wrinkles on the face.

One of them is a mask made of tar soap. It will not only noticeably smooth the skin, but also provide a lifting effect - that is, it will tighten the skin and make it more elastic. To prepare the mask, you need to take 1/8 of pharmaceutical tar soap and grate it, then gradually add warm water to the shavings and mix until a stable foam forms. Tar foam is applied to the face layer by layer until it is completely used. You can wash off the mask after it has completely dried - during this period you will feel a slight burning sensation and there will also be a feeling of skin tightness. You need to rinse off the product alternately with cold and hot water, then apply your usual anti-wrinkle cream (or regular nourishing cream) to your face. The effect of using the mask will be noticeable immediately after its removal.

To consolidate the results obtained, you should use the “Golden Luxury” cream for aging skin from Christian Breton. It should be applied immediately after the mask, and it is also recommended to use the cream daily as a tonic and wrinkle-smoothing agent. Home facial care after 40 can be very simple and enjoyable.

Why is regular skin care important after 40?

Regular care and use of effective cosmetic masks will help eliminate existing wrinkles and prevent the appearance of new ones.

Radiant and smooth facial skin is the dream of every woman. In many cases, a healthy epidermis is not so much an invaluable gift of nature, but rather the visible result of careful, thorough and properly formulated care, the basis of which can be called cleansing the skin. Moreover, we are not talking about using the usual washing gels and various tonics, which can only remove impurities from the upper layers of the skin - we are talking about a deeper cleansing of the face, with the help of which dead cells are exfoliated and pores are cleaned.

Very often, cosmetologists call this procedure “artificial respiration” of the skin, since during its implementation the skin is actively supplied with oxygen, naturally moisturized and renewed, actively responding to subsequent stages of care (masks, creams, etc.).

Neck and décolleté care

To prevent premature skin aging and the appearance of age spots and wrinkles, follow the following rules:

• avoid direct sunlight and do not abuse the solarium;
• sleep on a small pillow: a large cushion under the head interferes with normal blood circulation and contributes to the formation of a double chin;
• Perform a contrast shower on the décolleté and neck area every day. After the procedure, do not wipe the skin, but let it dry on its own.

At home, décolleté skin care can be done using peeling: mix 1 tbsp. fine salt, oatmeal, soda and kefir. Apply the finished mixture to the skin in a circular motion and massage for 2-3 minutes. Rinse with water, apply cream or oil.

Potato wrap is good for the skin: 1 tsp. Mix glycerin and olive oil with 2 boiled and chopped potatoes. Apply the finished compress to the neck and décolleté for 30 minutes, cover with a napkin. After the procedure, rinse the mixture with water and let the skin dry.

The effectiveness of the procedures is noticeable after 1 month if carried out regularly.

Cosmetologist's advice: facial care after 40, if skin is oily

Some women mistakenly believe that deep facial cleansing (peeling) is only necessary for those with oily skin types. In fact, this is not so - the procedure is recommended for all representatives of the fair sex, regardless of their skin type.

With oily skin, there is always a large number of enlarged pores, which become clogged with sebaceous plugs and are subject to frequent inflammation. Unlucky black spots appear on such skin; it has an unkempt and rough appearance. Many women with such symptoms begin to actively dehydrate the epidermis, causing it to become inflamed and shiny even more than before. If your facial skin is oily, then peeling is the only effective solution. It not only significantly improves the condition of the skin, but also completely eliminates all causes of problems.

An excellent cosmetic product that will effectively cope with this task - express peeling for all skin types with a rejuvenating effect from Beauty Style. In just half a minute, it will remove all impurities and dead cells, leaving the skin soft and velvety.

Proper nutrition after 40, 45 years

Over the past few years, there has been a lot of talk about proper nutrition. Snacks, fast foods, soda, sugar and other products age you and have a bad effect not only on your figure, but also on your skin. If they are abused, it is difficult to stay fit and fresh. The functioning of the sebaceous glands deteriorates, the shade changes, etc.

To maintain beautiful skin, improve the condition of blood vessels and internal organs, the body must regularly receive sufficient quantities of vitamins, minerals and other substances. To do this, the diet includes seasonal fruits and vegetables, protein, cereals and other products. At the same time, it is better to avoid fatty, salty, sweet, smoked foods, preservatives and other harmful foods or limit their consumption as much as possible.

There are a number of secrets that help improve skin condition and stay full of energy for many years:

• Serving size. According to numerous nutritionists, the body needs a portion the size of which does not exceed two human fists. Everything else turns into folds on the sides, deposited on the walls of blood vessels, etc. In addition, to digest large amounts of food, the body expends energy that it could save or use for other purposes. Thus, the withering process is accelerated.
• Number of meals. It is generally accepted that only infants can feed frequently. Actually this is not true. The recommended number of meals for an adult is 4-5 times a day. In this case, the portions should be small, as mentioned earlier. The last meal should be consumed no later than 3 hours before going to bed.
• Avoiding extremes and diets. What sacrifices many people make in pursuit of beauty. At the same time, moderation is necessary in everything. You should not abuse diets, giving up protein, fats or carbohydrates, as this ages the skin. Nutrition should be balanced and nutritious, regardless of the person’s age. In this case, it is not necessary to step on the throat of your principles. Vegans can easily replace meat protein with soy, beans, nuts and other products. The main thing is that the body receives protein in sufficient quantities. The same applies to vitamins and other substances.
• Unloading. Once a week you should give your body a fasting day. This does not mean that you need to completely stop eating and go hungry. This approach is a serious blow to the nervous system. It is much more effective to consume foods with low calorie content. It can be buckwheat, kefir, apples, etc. This low-calorie diet will not harm you and will help you stay healthy.

When planning your diet, take your age into account. After 40, metabolism slows down, so fatty foods cause a feeling of heaviness, fatigue increases, etc.

Speaking about how to maintain youth after 40 years, it should be noted that at this age a woman needs a sufficient amount of Omega 3, 6, 9 fatty acids, some of which are found in fish, nuts and other foods. Others are produced independently by the body. To provide the rest, it is recommended to use special vitamin complexes sold in pharmacies or on the Internet.

Care for dry skin after 40 years

In this case, you also cannot do without a peeling procedure. Why do women whose skin lacks oily shine, enlarged pores, sebaceous plugs, blackheads and acne need facial peeling? For this type of epidermis, deep cleansing consists of the following manipulations: during the peeling process, dead cells are exfoliated, which promotes more active restoration of new cells. At the same time, metabolic processes are launched and active restoration of skin layers occurs. As a result, the cellular balance is renewed, the skin takes on a beautiful and healthy appearance.

In this case, it is recommended to use the “Comfort” deep cleansing gel from Beauty Style, which is ideal for dry, thin and sensitive skin. It gently cleanses the epidermis without causing irritation or redness.

The best 40+ creams with a renewing effect

Products containing acids and vitamin C will be a godsend for atonic, dull and dehydrated skin, as well as for dermis with excess pigmentation.

Such products exfoliate dead cells, tighten pores and brighten the complexion. Renewing creams can only be used in late autumn and winter, since renewed skin becomes overly sensitive to ultraviolet radiation.

Helena Rubinstein Prodigy Cellglow Cream – instant transformation

4.9

★★★★★

editorial assessment

96%

buyers recommend this product

A melting veil of soft pink color will restore vitality and beauty to fading, dull skin. This rejuvenating cocktail is based on: acids, tripeptides, edelweiss stem cells and adenosine.

This combination has pronounced exfoliating, tightening, restoring and toning properties.

Thanks to its pink tint and reflective particles, the cream creates an instant rejuvenating effect. And with constant use, it actually brightens and smoothes the face. The luxurious round-shaped packaging design with a golden-white gradient deserves special praise.

Advantages:

• Instantly evens out the complexion;
• Delicate renewing effect;
• Returns inner radiance to the skin;
• Tightens the contour and smoothes out fine wrinkles;
• Suitable for all skin types.

Flaws:

• Price 21 thousand rubles.

Skin restoration cream from Helena Rubinstein will help get rid of dull and unhealthy complexion, restoring elasticity and radiance to the dermis. Residents of megacities and industrial cities will especially like it.

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Mavala Anti-Age PRO Time Release System Night Care – vitamin mix

4.8

★★★★★

editorial assessment

94%

buyers recommend this product

Highly concentrated night care that evens out skin tone and texture. This product contains: niacinamide, lipoamino acids, arbutin, rose stem cells, and vitamins C and E.

A cream with a comfortable and easily absorbed texture does not leave stickiness on the skin, while lightening age spots, increasing collagen synthesis, smoothing wrinkles and returning that same inner glow.

According to the manufacturer, the effect of using the cream can be noticed after the first use - but here everything is individual.

What we can say with complete confidence is its effective exfoliation and hydration, which makes the Time Release System an ideal treatment for the cold season.

Advantages:

• Rich composition;
• Evens out the tone and texture of the face;
• Increases skin elasticity and smoothes wrinkles;
• Quickly absorbed;
• At the same time nourishes and moisturizes.

Flaws:

• May cause tingling and allergic reactions.

Mavala anti-aging night cream will help those with porous, flaky and atonic skin with age spots.

Sesderma C-Vit Revitalizing Gel Cream – a boost of energy for aging problem skin

4.9

★★★★★

editorial assessment

72%

buyers recommend this product

Anti-aging cream for oily and combination dermis contains high concentrations of vitamin C, ginkgo biloba extract and natural antioxidants.

Its daily use ensures gentle renewal of the skin, elimination of age spots, post-acne and wrinkles, as well as increasing the elasticity and radiance of the epidermis.

The light creamy gel texture is quickly absorbed into the skin, leaving behind only a matte finish. However, due to the high content of ascorbic acid, this product is contraindicated for allergy sufferers and those with sensitive skin.

Advantages:

• Lightens pigmentation and reduces post-acne marks;
• Evens out the relief and complexion of the face;
• Gives shine;
• Rejuvenates the skin;
• Light texture, ideal for oily skin;
• Suitable for morning and evening use.

Flaws:

• May cause redness.

Cream gel with vitamin C from Sesderma is recommended for women aged 40+ for the care of dull combination or oily skin.