Smooth, firm, elastic skin of the face and body is every woman's dream. The tone of the dermis can be reduced for various reasons: due to age, certain diseases, weight gain, dehydration. We will tell you about the ways to restore and long-term preservation of the excellent turgor of the epidermis.
What determines skin elasticity?
The tone of the dermis is its generally healthy state, that is, normal metabolism in the cells, free breathing of the tissues, hence the softness, density and beautiful appearance. The period during which the skin retains elasticity depends only on 10-15% of genetics. The condition of the skin mainly depends on our lifestyle, habits, diet, etc.
Facial and body skin tone begins to deteriorate after 25 years: by then, age-related changes and errors in care have accumulated, which triggers negative processes in the dermis. As a rule, it is still invisible visually, but self-care should be intensified to increase the density and elasticity of the skin.
After 35 years, the decrease in tone begins to manifest itself especially clearly. Reasons for this procedure:
- reducing the production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid in the skin: the first is responsible for tissue density, the second gives a general tone, the third helps retain moisture;
- weakening of the facial muscles: the muscular framework that supports the skin ceases to fulfill its functions, and the skin relaxes under the influence of gravity, overlapping with folds and creases;
- weakness of blood vessels and capillaries - since nutrients and oxygen enter the skin through them, vascular problems immediately affect its condition;
- acute and chronic diseases, especially hormonal in nature, as well as dermatological - because of them metabolic processes are disturbed in the skin;
- nutritional inaccuracies: lack of nutrients and fluids prevents the skin from regenerating, building new healthy cells;
- improper care: low-quality, aggressive cosmetics disrupt the moisture balance in the cells, poison the skin with toxins, do not provide the necessary protection, damage the lipid layer;
- toxins and free radicals in the air and ultraviolet light: all this dries the skin, makes it sluggish and prone to wrinkles.
As you can see, each of the factors that reduce skin tone can be corrected with the help of competent care procedures.
Bitan! Decreased skin tone is primarily caused by a lack of regular skin care. So, if you do not use night creams or apply them incorrectly, the dermis loses the optimal level of hydration. Neglecting nourishing creams and masks leads to a decrease in firmness.
How to improve skin tone?
In order to restore the skin's former elasticity and firmness, many turn to cosmetology and plastic surgery for help. Professional procedures (biorevitalization, botulinum toxin injections, introduction of subcutaneous fillers, threads, tightening, etc. ) are really able to quickly and effectively make the face and body attractive.
However, regular skin care is necessary even after invasive procedures. Moreover: a careful attitude towards yourself, timely implementation of simple actions will help to delay the introduction of needles and scalpel for a long time, in order to eliminate skin imperfections. We will share such safe and affordable ways to restore skin turgor.
Bitan! To achieve results, you need strict self-discipline for 2-4 months. If you perform procedures at home every day during this period, your face will literally transform. And then useful actions will simply become a habit.
Wetting - rule number 1
To tone your skin - on your face, around your eyes and all over your body - you need to drink enough fluids. It is water that helps the skin maintain a fresh and healthy look at any age: both after 45 and after 50 years. Thanks to the water in the epidermis, metabolic and regenerative processes take place intensively, collagen and elastin fibers remain flexible. Hyaluronic acid binds and retains water molecules, providing cells with optimal turgor.
The skin receives most of the water it needs, not from the creams and serums we apply, but from the intercellular space. There, water molecules enter from the blood, and into the blood - from the digestive tract. The dermis consumes about 200 ml of water a day - no jar of cream simply can hold that amount.
How much water should I drink for optimal skin tone? The rate is calculated based on the person's weight: approximately 30 ml per 1 kg. In any case, for an adult, the amount of clean water drunk should not be less than 1. 5 liters per day.
The amount of water in the epidermis depends not only on the amount of fluid consumed, but also on the skin's ability to retain it: with age and under the influence of harmful factors (sun, wind, toxic substances, alcohol cosmetics, medications), this ability decreases. In order to retain moisture in the skin, it is necessary to monitor the condition of the lipid layer - a thin fatty layer of the dermis.
The skin may lose moisture, including due to kidney, heart, certain diseases (diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, hypothyroidism, etc. ). In this case, expert consultation and timely treatment will help solve the problem.
Bitan! Even mild dehydration significantly changes the appearance of the epidermis and spoils its structure: the dark circles under the eyes become more pronounced, wrinkles become deeper, and the oval of the face relaxes and distorts.
What foods improve skin tone?
The beauty and health of the skin depends on nutrition by 80%: all the components needed to build and renew cells enter our body through food. The tone of the epidermis can also be improved with products that stimulate the production of hyaluronate, elastin and collagen.
The nutritionist's recommendations are as follows:
- the basis of the diet should be fresh or roasted vegetables and fruits; special attention should be paid to orange and red fruits (tomatoes, peppers, carrots, pumpkins, khakis, apricots, etc. ) - they are rich in lycopene (antioxidant), which protects the skin from ultraviolet radiation and slackness;
- you should consume 150-200 g of lean meat, poultry, cheese, legumes daily, because proteins are an essential component of collagen, elastin (their main component is amino acids); in addition, protein foods help synthesize carnosine dipeptides, which enhance the strength of collagen fibers;
- eat at least 300 g of fish and seafood a week: they contain omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, magnesium, selenium - components that prolong the youthfulness of the skin, because they protect collagen fibers from destruction;
- include in the diet nuts, plant seeds (30 g per day) - in addition to fatty acids, they also contain rare alpha-linolenic, proteins, zinc, copper and magnesium - everything you need to make your skin soft and supple;
- get used to using 5 g of products that contain gelatin per day (jelly meat, aspic, jelly, etc. ) - gelatin contains a huge amount of bioavailable collagen and after two months of use noticeably increases skin tone (fish oil has a similar property);
- eat soy products (tofu cheese, soy meat, milk, etc. ) - they contain a plant analogue of the hormone estrogen, which is responsible for skin hydration, its turgor and density, as well as the isoflavonoid genistein, which blocks enzymes that reduce the tone of the epidermis;
- it is worth giving up baking, sweet, carbonated, alcoholic beverages, caffeinated beverages, fried, smoked, salty, fast foods - all these products destroy elastin and collagen fibers and stop the production of hyaluronic acid.
Bitan! Dermatologists and cosmetologists know the term "sugar face": this is a face with gray, sagging skin, edematous, with a loose oval part, wrinkles, bags under the eyes and a rash. Why is sugar so bad for the skin? Consumption of a lot of sweets leads to glycation: glucose molecules destroy the elasticity of collagen fibers. As a result, the skin becomes thinner and more relaxed - especially around the eyes.
Sport: collagen factory in us
How to improve the tone of the skin of the face and body after 40-45 years, when the decrease in the elasticity of the epidermis becomes especially noticeable? Primarily with the help of sports and physical activity.
- First, strength training strengthens muscles, increases their volume, which makes the skin naturally tighten and straighten. This is especially true for people who have lost weight as a result of dieting and cardio training.
- Second, micro damage to muscle fibers and adjacent tissues during physical exertion triggers strong regeneration processes in the body, which increases the production of collagen fibers throughout the body - the skin receives more collagen after exercise than after a state-of-the-art cosmetology program.
- Third, the loads activate the blood circulation in the body, forcing the epidermis to breathe more intensely and nourishing it with beneficial substances. As a result, the color of the skin improves, its density and elasticity increase.
Intense exercise is enough three times a week for an hour. Use extra weight: its weight should be such that the working muscle group cannot perform more than 8-12 repetitions. However, physical activity should not be exhausted only by training: do not miss any opportunity to move, and your skin will reciprocate with a blooming look.
Bitan! If you lack time, there are serious contraindications for strength training, treat yourself to at least minimal physical activity. Be it simple walking for an hour a day, yoga or swimming - this will already be a good contribution to increasing the tone of the epidermis.
Facial building and massage
Facial exercises and massage are one of the best and safest ways to tone your skin. The developed muscular frame of the face helps to smooth the epidermis, increase its elasticity, strength, turgor.
There are a number of face building and fitness systems. The basics of facial gymnastics can be taught by experts.
As for facial massage techniques, today beauticians have more than 20 types:
- zogan;
- asahi;
- toffa;
- hakim;
- reconfirmation;
- roll-stretch technique etc.
However, you can perform a facial massage without special skills. Just gently tap, tighten and rub the skin along the massage lines.
In order to achieve the effect, regularity is important: dedicate 10-15 minutes to teaching. every day. Apply a little moisturizer or natural oil to the face before continuing to soften the skin and make it easier to slide your fingers.
There are also contraindications for fitness and facial massage:
- heat;
- violation of skin integrity;
- purulent eruptions;
- acute phase diseases;
- herpes;
- poor blood clotting.
Bitan! Gymnastics and facial massage are also excellent vascular training. They can also be trained with ice or contrast washing. However, if you blush easily in a stuffy room or drink a glass of wine, refuse to use ice - otherwise you may develop rosacea on your face.
Cosmetics for skin elasticity
To maintain skin tone, you need to use nourishing cosmetics regularly - naturally:
- as natural as possible;
- High quality;
- suitable for your skin type;
- according to the expiration date.
Cosmetic brands issue special product lines that promise to restore the elasticity of the epidermis - the achievements of modern cosmetology allow us to believe in such promises.
What substances should be in the means to increase skin tone?
- Hydro-fixing agents - are responsible for increasing skin moisture levels: hyaluronic acid, glycerin, chitosan, aloe, algae extracts, etc.
- Antioxidants - tone the skin, protect cells from oxidation: vitamin C, E, coenzyme Q10, green tea extract, grape seeds, chokeberry, etc.
- Drainage components - conduct useful components into the skin, retain moisture, restore the lipid mantle: caffeine, escin, dextran.
- Natural oils - create a lipid film on the skin, contributing to its hydration, nutrition and regeneration: almond, peach, grape, apricot seeds, essential oils.
What cosmetic products are needed for regular use?
- Moisturizing serum. The skin cannot be elastic without strong cell membranes and good hydration - that is what the serums are designed for. The product has a very light texture, it is instantly absorbed, preparing the dermis for subsequent application of the cream. Regular use of the product literally transforms the skin, allowing it to leave even the foundation.
- Day cream. Moisturizers, skin nourishment, as well as protection from ultraviolet radiation (a good cream always has a high SPF factor). The cream covers the skin with a thin protective film of lipids, which prevents the dermis from losing moisture. There should be several day creams: it is better to have separate products for the skin around the eyes, neck and décolleté - here the skin is thinner, softer, and the cream requires a lighter but intensely acting cream.
- Night cream. Night use of this product, and not a visit to beauty salons, gives the skin elasticity, density, firmness: the cells of the dermis are most active from 1 to 4 o'clock in the morning. At this point, the sensitivity to the product components is maximum. The ingredients in the night cream accelerate cell renewal and help build new, stronger ones.
- Masks are a very effective means of increasing skin tone. Under their influence improves blood and lymph circulation, metabolism, tissue respiration. A noticeable effect is provided by the course implementation of the procedures: 10-15 times in a row, and then 1-2 times a week to maintain the results. The effect of the mask is enhanced if applied after the massage.
- Peels, peels. Once a week you need to deeply cleanse your skin with these products. Exfoliation produces a dynamic massage of the skin surface, and she also experiences it as micro damage, which stimulates blood circulation and regeneration of the epidermis, the growth of collagen and elastin fibers. As a result, the skin gets firmness, smoothness and even color.
Bitan! The cream is best applied to clean, moist skin after washing: water is an excellent conductor of nutrients into the deep layers of the dermis. The product is applied to the skin in a fairly thick layer, along the massage lines. After half an hour, the excess is carefully removed with a napkin.
The tone of the epidermis directly depends on the general condition of our body. Very often, it is enough to get a good night's sleep and rest, in order for the skin to regain the desired elasticity and density. And following the tips listed in the article will help you always stay beautiful!