Unfortunately, there are no magic drugs that can restore youth. However, there are effective anti-aging cosmetics that can slow down the aging process of the skin and make wrinkles invisible. Products with anti-aging effects are available in the range of many brands that produce cosmetic products for comprehensive dermal care. Before you go to the store for anti-age cosmetics, it is worth finding out at what age you can use it and what problems it is advisable to deal with first. It is a mistake to believe that anti-aging products will help get rid of even deep wrinkles; their task is to provide the skin with complete care and supply it with those substances that the body begins to produce less and less over the years.
Types of anti-aging care for different areas
Thanks to high-quality anti-aging cosmetics from Germany, you can look impressive and young at 40 years of age and older.
It is recommended to create a program of care procedures for each area of the face and follow it regularly. The skin around the eyes is delicate and thin, there is almost no fat layer, and the collagen content is minimal. Early signs of aging are caused by improper care, including the use of body cream containing aggressive ingredients. The use of oily products, as well as excessive rubbing of the sensitive area, has a negative effect. All movements should be light, and the products should be special (with a high content of vitamin K).
Nasolabial folds deepen over the years due to increased loss of moisture. To stop the process, you need massage and daily moisturizing with anti-aging cosmetics. For severe wrinkles, you will need the help of a cosmetologist.
Over the years, the cheeks lose their elasticity and sag. Daily massage towards the temporal zones and the use of special products with a tonic effect are recommended.
The décolleté area and neck need hydration no less than the areas listed above. If you only take care of your face, a flabby neck will quickly reveal your real age. To protect your décolleté from premature aging, you need to avoid the sun and solarium, sleep on a low pillow, use a contrast shower, and do not dry yourself after water procedures. Be sure to use peeling and appropriate care products - Kerm, lotion, serum, etc.
Nutrition
Unlike other organs, the skin can receive nutrition not only in the traditional way - through the blood - but also by absorbing substances that are applied to its surface. This is not only moisture, but also all kinds of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and lipids. They replenish nutritional deficiencies in the skin, improve the structure of the epidermis, saturate it with useful ingredients and strengthen the protective lipid layer.
If previously cosmetic products were confidently divided into moisturizing and nourishing, now this line has been erased: the same cream can saturate the skin with moisture and nutrients. As a rule, modern creams, serums and masks combine both types of effects.
To nourish the skin, first of all, fats and fat-soluble substances are needed. Don't underestimate their importance for preserving youth. With age, the skin needs lipids more and more. Even those girls who complained of excess sebum secretion in their youth note that their skin becomes drier over the years. The fatty film on the surface of the skin becomes thinner and can no longer protect the epidermis from negative environmental influences.
Lipid deficiency leads to:
- Increasing sensitivity;
- Slowing down the exfoliation of dead cells;
- Reduced moisture levels;
- Premature withering.
The use of nutrients restores the lipid layer. At the same time, the skin is saturated with fat-soluble substances - for example, vitamins. They increase the protective properties of the epidermis and improve its structure.
It is believed that the skin absorbs nutrients best at night, so it is recommended to apply nourishing products in the evening, at night.
Doctor's comment: Our skin is covered with a hydro-lipid mantle, this is a very important structure that ensures our skin normal functioning! If its integrity is violated, the skin becomes fragile, dry, dehydrated, it does not resist aggressive environmental factors, and the balance of the microflora of the skin is disrupted. We become defenseless and lose resistance to various skin diseases.
How and how effectively does antiage cosmetics work?
The composition of anti-aging cosmetics must be selected so that each ingredient has a beneficial effect. The list of main components included in products after 30 and 35 years is not enough. But they must be included in the main composition, to which special ingredients will be added.
The main active ingredients of anti-aging cosmetics:
- hyaluronic acid. Moisturizes the deep layers of the skin, stimulates metabolism;
- essential and vegetable oils. Promote cellular regeneration, normalize water balance, resist inflammatory processes;
- glycerol. Needed for moisturizing and creating a microfilm that retains moisture;
- Coenzyme Q10. Moisturizes, rejuvenates and increases skin elasticity;
- vegetable acids. Clean the surface of dead cells;
- vitamin complexes. Provide nutrition, stimulate regeneration and metabolism.
Skin renewal after 40 years lasts from 30 to 70 days, so you shouldn’t expect quick results, but with regular care they will definitely come. In addition to the components listed above, anti-aging cosmetics include:
- peptides (anti-aging effect);
- proteins (elastins, collagens, keratins in the form of amino acid compounds);
- retinoids. (cell renewal, reduction of pigmentation, smoothing of wrinkles).
Serums, peels and masks: the secret weapon in the fight for youth
When choosing “special purpose” products, you should pay attention to the following parameters:
- Active substances in the composition;
- Their concentration;
- Potential allergens and irritants.
As when choosing creams, it is advisable to give preference to serums and masks with antioxidants, moisturizing and nourishing ingredients. But the presence of SPF is no longer necessary - day cream will take care of sun protection.
Anti-aging serums may contain retinol, vitamin C, ceramides, peptides, collagen, and acids. Masks also often contain a variety of oils that soften the top layer of the epidermis. Modern effective peelings rarely do without the addition of acids.
In addition to masks and peelings, it is worth acquiring anti-aging serums. These are very concentrated products, and literally a couple of drops are enough for transformation. As a rule, serums are non-greasy, they are instantly absorbed and significantly rejuvenate the skin. It is not surprising: after all, they contain shock doses of vitamins, amino acids, microelements, peptides and other substances that moisturize, nourish, brighten and tone the skin.
When choosing such products, you should focus not so much on your skin type, but on what problems need to be solved. Is there pigmentation? Serums that even out skin tone will come to the rescue. Is the oval of the face “swimming”? This means that you should choose the option with a lifting effect. Increased dryness of the epidermis? The problem will be solved faster if, in addition to regular cream, you use serum with hyaluronic acid.
Doctor's comment: Serums can be applied independently or 20-30 minutes before applying the main cream. Pay attention to the serums available in the pharmacy; they are as hypoallergenic as possible. For example, VICHY mineral 89, VICHY liftactiv specialist, LA ROCHE-POSEY HYALU B5, LA ROCHE-POSEY TOLERIANE ULTRA DERMALLERGO, and others.
Who is it suitable for and when to apply cosmetics?
Anti-aging care is cosmetics with clearly defined goals, so it is not advisable to use it at 18–25 years old. As you approach 40 years of age, you can switch to new products if age spots appear, the tone of the facial muscles is lost, the corners of the lips droop, the complexion becomes dull, and the skin becomes covered with wrinkles.
Aging begins at about 25 years of age (depending on heredity, ecology and other factors). The process is not immediately noticeable; it proceeds gradually. In order for anti-aging cosmetics after 40 to give the desired result, you should study the contraindications and use the products strictly according to the instructions, or better yet, after consulting a doctor.
You should not use skin care products if your skin is damaged by scratches, a fresh tan, or inflamed pimples. It is advisable to test any product on the wrist: apply a little and wait 2 days. If there are no negative effects, you can apply it to your face.
At too early an age, anti-aging cosmetics can cause the opposite effect. In adulthood, negative reactions occur only in case of misuse and abuse of drugs. The right approach will provide facial skin with protection from flaking, excessive dryness and sagging, swelling and pronounced wrinkles, and oily shine.
Is it possible to do without a cosmetologist?
Aesthetic medicine and cosmetology have not yet made the dream of eternal youth a reality, but they have made it possible to get much closer to its realization. Injection and hardware cosmetology procedures allow you to rejuvenate from the inside and naturally restore the skin. However, it would be a mistake to think that it is enough to take a course at a cosmetology clinic once a year, and the rest of the time to neglect taking care of your face and body. Professional care must be complemented by home care - constant, daily. This approach allows you to achieve optimal results and push back old age by many years.
To preserve youth, cosmetic procedures are very desirable, and home anti-aging care is absolutely necessary. It is best to combine both.
Main myths and truth
Experienced cosmetologists are ready to debunk hundreds of myths about caring for mature skin, but a few are enough to appreciate the depth of common misconceptions.
- The most expensive cream will be the most effective. In fact, the difference in prices is often made by brands, not by ingredients. The latter is worth studying carefully. You need components such as vitamin E, retinol, elastin, silicone, hyaluronic acid salt, and urea.
- Elite components are more effective than simple ones. Black caviar, stem cells, silk amino acids - all this sounds good, but it’s not worth overpaying.
- A cream with collagen and hyaluronic acid is the same as “beauty injections”. In fact, the presence of these ingredients in the cream cannot provide the same depth of effect as injections. Creams act superficially; serious problems require radical methods.
Individual approach
Choosing anti-aging cosmetics on your own is not as easy as it might seem. The ideal option is to entrust this choice to a cosmetologist. An experienced doctor will easily identify “weak spots” that need maximum attention and will help you choose the appropriate remedies.
It is much more difficult to detect signs of aging on our own: we get used to our own appearance and cannot track changes in time. The result is an incorrect selection of anti-aging products, and, accordingly, ineffective prevention and treatment of skin aging. So it’s better to spend an hour consulting with a doctor to immediately select exactly the products your skin needs.
And, of course, the best addition to routine home care will be professional cosmetic procedures in the clinic. We will tell you about them next time.
Useful tips from dermatologists
Experts remind that the use of even the best anti-aging cosmetics from Germany will be ineffective if you do not approach the issue of caring for your appearance in a comprehensive manner. In addition to cleansing, moisturizing and nourishing your facial skin, you should adjust your daily routine, switch to a healthy diet, and walk more. Quitting smoking and alcohol will have a beneficial effect on your skin color. Be sure to consume sufficient fluids, learn self-massage of the face, and play sports or be active. You need to carefully select all decorative and anti-aging products so as not to have the opposite effect.
It’s good if caring for your appearance starts at the age of 25 and is carried out with suitable products. This approach will slow down aging and require less effort and financial costs to maintain health and beauty. Doctors do not recommend saving money by choosing cheap cosmetic products of dubious origin. A high-quality product lasts longer, you only need a little of it, and the effect will justify any expense.
Prevention or treatment?
It is believed that the skin begins to age as early as 28 years of age. In practice, everything is individual: some discover signs of age earlier, and others later, depending on genetic characteristics, health status, lifestyle and the influence of external factors. In any case, there is no need to put off taking care of yourself until the moment when the reflection in the mirror ceases to please you. Prevention is always more effective and affordable than treatment, so you should take care in advance to prolong your youth. The further you go, the stronger the means you will have to use, but to prevent aging it is enough to carefully care for your skin and protect it from negative effects.
When choosing cosmetics, you need to focus not on the brand, but on the recommendations of a cosmetologist given after an in-person examination. All people are different, the aging process also occurs differently, and an individual approach is required to correct it. The doctor will determine the appropriate means that correspond not to calendar, but to biological age.
Precautions to always remember
Professional products can give results even at home. As in any other matter, you need to know when to stop, since even the most useful components can cause harm if abused. Therefore, you should definitely read the recommendations for use, and if you have dermatological diseases, consult a doctor.
You need to start with one product, even if the manufacturer recommends using a complex - day cream, serum, lotion and night cream. The gradual introduction of new substances will allow the body to get used to it, and excessive concentration can cause allergies. Before use, any product is tested on the inside of the elbow or wrist. Wait 2 days. If there is no itching, rashes, or redness, you can use it. If discomfort, burning or tingling occurs, the product is not suitable. Don't expect results right away. Skin aging does not begin in one day, and its regeneration and rejuvenation also take time. Patience, quality products and regular care will definitely give results!
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Toning
This stage of care is underestimated by many, and completely in vain. Using a tonic restores water and acid balance, prepares the face for applying cream and protects it from aggressive influences. Additionally, residual contaminants that the cleansing lotion or foam could not cope with are removed.
Tonic is selected according to skin type and used after washing (or other cleansing) in the morning and evening. In both cases the same suitable agent can be used.
The toner should not contain alcohol - even in minimal quantities. But anti-inflammatory and antibacterial supplements will not be superfluous, especially if the skin is problematic. For those with sensitive skin, products without fragrances or dyes are recommended.
Skin type
Buy the cream that suits your skin type: oily, normal and dry. Preparations for dry skin contain elements of special fats to soften and moisturize. They are not suitable for use on oily skin and can cause blockage of the sebaceous ducts.
Creams for oily skin contain components that reduce fat secretion and narrow the ducts. Applying them on dry skin will cause additional drying.
Compound
This is the most difficult indicator. In order for the cream to work specifically to eliminate individual problems, they need to be identified. Only experienced cosmetologists can cope with this task. Therefore, you need to consult a specialist. If this is not possible, they focus on age and skin type.
What is ANTI-AGE?
Anti-aging therapy “ANTI-AGE” (“ANTI-AGE”) is a complex of therapeutic and diagnostic measures that allow achieving general rejuvenation and healing of the body.
Comprehensive skin restoration and rejuvenation programs have a much more pronounced and lasting effect, since the combination of several diverse technologies greatly enhances the overall effect.
The Light Clinic equipment allows you to combine injection techniques, peelings with hardware techniques, such as:
- hydrodermabrasion;
- microcurrent therapy;
- photorejuvenation;
- fractional laser rejuvenation.
The advantage of cosmetic programs over individual procedures is confirmed by the results of leading beauty centers and millions of women who have regained their youth and attractiveness for many years.
