Cosmetology of antiquity was based on folk natural remedies, but modern cosmetologists are increasingly calling for the use of chemical preparations, but is it as safe for he alth as we are told? Today, traditional medicine is reviving with renewed vigor, and its followers prove that, for example, it is possible to rejuvenate the face without the use of expensive Botox injections or other means. Of course, there is an opposite opinion, which claims that it is impossible to restore the former youth of the skin of the face with the help of natural components. Let's look at this issue using starch masks as an example.
The difference between Botox and natural starch masks
In general, comparing any natural masks that are intended to be applied to the surface of the skin with various injections is not entirely correct. In any case, the injection technique is the fastest result, in contrast to the same cosmetic mask withwrinkle starch. There are no drugs, even in professional cosmetology, that could penetrate into the deep spaces of the epidermis at the same level as a doctor's needle with a botanical toxin.
It should be understood that a wrinkle starch mask and, for example, Botox have completely different responsibilities and functions. However, in the modern world, many supporters of traditional medicine are accustomed to believing that Botox is dangerous to he alth. Why? What is this substance?
Botox is based on the medicinal bacteria Clostridium botulinum. It is they who produce the dangerous substance botulinum toxin, which causes paralysis of muscles and nerves when in contact with them. High doses of this substance can even lead to death, so it is usually injected in small quantities. Wrinkles are smoothed out not due to the effect of botulinum toxin on the skin, but due to the blocking of nerve signals by the substance. These signals come from the muscles of the facial part to the skin, which makes them smooth.
A starch anti-wrinkle mask has only a superficial effect on the epidermis, but it cannot compete on equal terms with Botox and other cosmetic injections, as it cannot affect the muscles of the face.
What is the effect of starch?
Despite the fact that the anti-wrinkle starch mask does not have such a stunning effect as Botox, a rejuvenating result will still be achieved. Wrinkles will become less pronounced, and skin condition will improve significantly. The truth is to know it before using a starch face mask for wrinkles.features:
Don't expect magic. Starch is not a remedy that will immediately manifest itself in its rejuvenation actions. As with any natural product, starch's effectiveness comes from regular use. For example, according to reviews, a mask for wrinkles under the eyes with starch must be done at least three times to see a miraculous result, but a stable effect is achieved only after a two-week procedure. Accordingly, regularity is the main engine of anti-aging progress, and if a person refuses masks, then the skin will gradually return to its original state
- Starch anti-wrinkle face mask can only cope with minor imperfections. But starch can no longer cope with age-related changes with well-defined wrinkles.
- Cosmetologists agree that starch-based anti-wrinkle masks are an excellent preventive measure, since skin aging and muscle relaxation are better prevented than removed, so home treatments using this natural remedy can delay the appearance of nasty facial wrinkles.
Where do wrinkles come from
Before looking for recipes for anti-aging treatments, you need to understand the cause of wrinkles. With age, the skeleton of the epidermis loses its strength and elasticity due to the drying of collagen fibers. Fibroblasts - cells that produce collagen - become less active, respectively, they produce less and less of this, which supports the skin intone, element.
But activity begins to show another component of the epidermis - collagenase. He is the destroyer of collagen fibers. And since it is not possible to stop these processes in the human body, the only option is to smooth out their manifestations. The anti-wrinkle potato starch mask can be used from the age of 25-30, and for best effect, it should be applied to the entire facial area, including the skin around the eyes, forehead and nasolabial triangle.
How starch affects the skin
Before we start analyzing starch mask recipes for wrinkles, you need to understand how starch generally affects human skin. Potato starch is a completely natural and natural substance, which is a complex of polysaccharides.
Its main component is alpha-glucose, which is manifested due to plant photosynthesis and accumulates in the part of the root located underground. In addition to everyone's favorite potatoes, alpha-glucose can be found in carrots, corn and rice, but potato starch is used for home cosmetic procedures, as it contains the largest amount of valuable and beneficial substances that affect the rejuvenation of the skin of the face.
What is starch made of
What is potato starch and why is it so good for the skin? First of all, it is worth noting such a substance as niacin, which is involved in regeneration. Thanks to him, tissue cells are updated much more efficiently.
Vitamin C oras we used to call it - ascorbic acid, in general, is a natural antioxidant that helps slow down the aging process of the body. A rich complex of trace elements in the form of sodium, potassium and phosphorus is an excellent stimulator of metabolic processes in the upper layers of the epidermis.
Choline, contained in potato starch, affects the functioning of the sebaceous glands, namely, reduces the amount of skin secretion, respectively, normalizes skin balance. Therefore, according to reviews, a starch anti-wrinkle mask helps not only aging skin, but also oily or problem skin.
Despite such a rich composition, potato starch has never been used in folk medicine without adjuvants. Therefore, all recipes are made up of several ingredients.
How to create a base for a mask
Now let's move from theory to practice. First of all, in order to enjoy the result not from Botox injections, but from starch masks from deep wrinkles, you should prepare the base. To do this, measure out 600 ml of water and 4 tablespoons of white powder.
Step by step foundation:
- Pour one tablespoon of starch powder into a bowl and pour 100 ml of cold water.
- Using a fork or special whisk, mix the mixture until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, bring 50 ml of water to a boil, then pour into the starch mass.
- Stirring constantly, monitor the texture of the solution. When thickened, remove from heat.
Categorically impossiblebring the starch mixture to a boil, since at high temperatures the destruction of polysaccharide molecules occurs. The above volume is usually prepared within 15 minutes. Next, the base must be divided into three equal parts, which can be used over the next three days. Keep the starch mass in the refrigerator.
Mask for highly effective skin rejuvenation
Recipe for a starch eye mask for wrinkles around the eyes, which will help get rid of sagging skin and fine expression lines:
- Take the mask base out of the fridge and add a tablespoon of 30% fat sour cream to it.
- Use a juicer to make juice from fresh carrots and add 5 tablespoons of juice to the existing mass.
- Mix everything and apply to the skin of the face, including the area under the eyes.
Using an anti-wrinkle starch mask instead of Botox for two weeks will help to cope with the first signs of skin aging. There should be a seven-day break between courses.
Anti-wrinkle mask for dry skin
If a person has dry skin, the best mask is prepared according to the following recipe:
- Remove the base from the refrigerator and add the yolk, previously separated from the protein. Mix well.
- Add a teaspoon of vegetable oil (you can also use olive, peach or wheat oil). Mix and apply on face. Keep for 30 minutes, then rinse with warm water.
Another option: add tomato pulp to the yolk (if the fruit is large, it will be enough to cut off a half), the rest is all according to the above scheme. Tomatoes perfectly moisturize and saturate the epidermis with useful trace elements. The mask with tomatoes should be kept for 15 minutes, and then washed off with slightly cool water.
Anti-wrinkle mask for oily skin with added s alt
You can fight oily skin and rejuvenate it at the same time. S alt is used for this. It is the effect of s alt that helps to reduce the production of skin secretion and save a person from constantly oily sheen.
Mask recipe with s alt:
- Take the base out of the refrigerator and add 50 ml of warmed milk (but not boiled) to it.
- Prepare a tablespoon of sea s alt and pour it into the mass, then mix thoroughly. The mask is ready.
It should be applied with massaging movements, because in addition to rejuvenation, it also scrubs the upper layer of the epidermis, removing dead cells and reducing pore openings.
The mask should remain on the face for up to 30 minutes, after which it must be washed off with warm water.
Anti-wrinkle mask for combination skin
What to do if the skin is combination? Recipe:
- Take the mask base out of the fridge and add beaten egg white and five drops of lemon juice to it. Mix well.
- Apply to face and hold for up to 30 minutes. The mask helps to get rid of fine wrinkles and cleans the skin, narrowing the pores.
Another option for combination skin is to add not only protein, but also slightly sour kefir to the main starch mass. You will need a little dairy product - one tablespoon, so you can just leave part of the kefir in a bag outside the refrigerator overnight.
The resulting gruel is applied to the face and washed off with warm water after 20 minutes.
Anti-wrinkle mask for problem skin
The problem of rashes is very common in our modern world, in particular in the area of the nasolabial triangle. Tea tree oil will help reduce the amount of inflammation and soothe the area of \u200b\u200bthe face where they most often appear. Its antiseptic effect will clean the pores and reduce existing inflamed areas.
The recipe is:
- Whipped egg white together with five drops of tea tree oil add to the starch base of the mask. Apply to all areas of the face where there are inflammatory problems.
- If suddenly the composition gets on he althy skin, a person may feel a slight tingling, so the mass from this place will need to be removed. Keep the mask on for at least 30 minutes.
Anti-wrinkle mask for normal skin
If a person is a happy owner of normal skin, on which the first signs of aging appear, then a wrinkle starch mask with the addition of honey or banana will suit him.
We offer the recipe:
- Add milk and one teaspoon of honey to the prepared starch mass. Shake well and apply on the face. Keep at least 20minutes. Cosmetologists consider honey "number one" in the fight against age-related skin changes.
- Mash the banana pulp and add starch, honey and cream (one tablespoon each). Mix well and spread all over the face for 15 minutes.
Result
In general, the effect can be observed after the first procedure. The face will look more fresh and rested. Due to the good tightening effect, it is not recommended to make such masks too often, as the skin will begin to get used to it and the effect of natural substances will gradually decrease. Doing the procedures three times in a row for 30 days will be enough, you can also try a two-week express course with a week's rest.
With monthly home treatments, the need for Botox injections may not be necessary at all. The starch mask removes both "crow's feet" under the eyes and a fine mesh, maintains the epidermis of the face in a he althy form.
