We all want to stay young and beautiful as long as possible so that the signs of aging do not bother us. Especially on the face. Of course, no one can hide from time: this is a natural process that all living things are subject to without exception.
Age-related skin changes cannot be completely stopped. But it is quite possible to slow them down and make the signs of aging appear less. And essential oils will help us in this.
Which oil works best against wrinkles, which essential oils are suitable for skin of different ages? How to use them correctly to get the maximum effect? We will talk about all this in our article.
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What types of wrinkles are there?
Wrinkles on the face are the most obvious and unpleasant sign of aging and skin aging. The first wrinkles can appear after 25-30 years. Although at this age they are mostly associated with dehydration and dryness. Let's take a closer look at the mechanisms of skin aging.
Wrinkle formation mechanism
Under the influence of external factors (ultraviolet radiation, poor nutrition, vitamin deficiency, chronic stress, lack of sleep) and natural processes, our skin loses elasticity and actively loses moisture. Over time, the body produces less and less hyaluronic acid, which holds water in the skin tissues. As a result, the skin of the face becomes drier and more sensitive to negative external factors.
Collagen and elastin fibers (proteins that act as a framework) cope with their supporting function less and less over time. It is partially glycated, becomes brittle and hard, and partially completely disintegrates. The remaining fibers are not enough to keep the skin as elastic and smooth as before. It literally sags and age-related wrinkles appear.
The main reasons for the formation of wrinkles on the face:
- Natural age-related changes.Decreased production of elastin and collagen, hyaluronic acid, gradual thinning of the subcutaneous fat layer.
- Weight.Elastin and collagen fibers also gradually sag under their own weight due to gravity. The oval part of the face becomes less clear and "floats".
- Ultraviolet damage.Exposure to the sun or solarium without protective means leads to dehydration, damage to skin structures, activation of oxidative processes and premature aging.
- Bad habits.Smoking and lack of walks in the fresh air cause problems with blood circulation and tissue nutrition. When smoking, the skin "burns" and comes into contact with combustion products - increasing oxidative stress. Visually, the skin of smokers looks darker and rougher.
- Improper or insufficient nutrition.Strict diets that lead to nutritional deficiencies. Sudden weight loss when the skin does not have time to "shrink" and sags.
- Active facial expressions.Characteristic of emotional people, it causes spasms of small muscles. In this way, skin wrinkles are corrected.
- Increased or decreased facial muscle tone.When facial muscles are constantly relaxed or, on the contrary, tense, for example, during work (twisting between the eyebrows, squinting), this causes a change in the position of the tissues and even the appearance of wrinkles. at a young age.
- Dermatological diseases, allergic reactions.For example, atopic dermatitis leads to dehydration and reduced elasticity, depleting the skin's reserves.
As you can see, we can influence most of the causes by changing our habits and lifestyle. Delaying the appearance of wrinkles is easier than removing them. Therefore, let's understand what types of wrinkles there are.
Types of wrinkles
Wrinkles are divided into groups according to various criteria: depth of formation, degree of severity, localization or mechanism of formation. The following types of wrinkles are distinguished:
- on the forehead;
- eyebrows;
- "crow's feet";
- "rabbit wrinkles";
- nasolabial and nasolabial;
- purse string;
- "dolls";
- mental twist;
- "Rings of Venus"
If everything is clear with wrinkles on the forehead, between the eyebrows, nasolabial and nasolacrimal wrinkles, then below we will briefly talk about the features of other groups.
- "Crow's Feet"are called wrinkles located around the eyes. These are superficial thin folds that diverge from one point in different directions. They get their name because of this feature, which resembles the legs of a goose.
- "Rabbit Wrinkles"- small folds formed on the edge of the nose. They are separated from the back of the nose towards the cheek at an angle. Such curls are characteristic of people with an active facial expression, who often laugh, wrinkle their nose, and squint their eyes. Then the facial expression actually looks like a rabbit chewing.
- "Dolls", or grief lines, run in a straight line from the corners of the lips to the chin. The reason for their appearance is the constant excessive tension of the mouth muscles (puckered lips). It looks like slots in marionettes.
- "Mass Wrinkles"go from the nose to the upper lip. They look like a tight bag or bag, which is why they got their name. They usually appear in adulthood.
- "Rings of Venus"- folds in the form of horizontal stripes on the neck. They look like deep furrows and appear due to the weakness and lack of elasticity of the neck muscles that no longer support the skin. In addition, sleeping on high, uncomfortable pillows, constantly tilting the head forward - and gradually unattractive wrinkles appear on the neck.
How to fight wrinkles?
Let's move on to the most interesting and important ones - methods that help against wrinkles and other signs of early aging. There are already enough of them in the arsenal of mankind. Everyone can choose a method that suits their taste and budget:
- anti-aging procedures in the office of a professional cosmetologist (plasmolifting, botulinum toxin injections, etc. );
- facelift and plastic surgeon;
- special regular use
against age home cosmetics (face creams, masks, serums); - face structure lessons, face fitness (gymnastics for the face against wrinkles);
- anti-aging massage;
- reception of special vitamin and mineral complexes;
- use essential oils.
All these methods are effective in combating age-related changes. To make it sustainable, you need to reconsider your whole lifestyle: eat right, give up sweets, exercise regularly and walk in the fresh air, give up bad habits, sleep 7-8 hours a day, learn to cope with stress.
In the next part of the article, we will consider in more detail which essential oils are best for preventing and eliminating wrinkles depending on age. The potential of this product in combating age-related changes in cosmetology is huge, but not everyone knows about it.
The best essential oils for facial wrinkles
What are the benefits of essential oils to prevent age-related changes in the skin? First, they have a beneficial effect on the limbic system of our brain, which is responsible for emotions. Secondly, the advantage of essential oils is that they affect the skin at the cellular level. The reason for this is that the molecules of the active ingredients in the oils are very small and lipophilic, they easily penetrate the skin structures and have a modulating effect on the processes.
Chart of the best carrier and essential oils to fight wrinkles
| Base/Essential Oil | Main features | Age |
|---|---|---|
| Primrose | It protects against the first wrinkles, helps normalize hormonal levels, and has an anti-inflammatory effect. | 30+ |
| borage | Indispensable for problem skin and atopic dermatitis (allergic reactions). Reduces irritation, dryness and swelling, restores the barrier function of the epidermis, stops moisture loss. It slows down age-related changes, has a strong regenerative and anti-inflammatory effect. | 30+ |
| currant | Effectively restores, removes peeling and inflammation, suitable for dry skin. It helps fight pigmentation and has a brightening effect. | 30+ |
| Macadamia | Ideal oil for dry, cracked, parched skin. In autumn and winter, it is indispensable for the care of the face, knees and elbows, it can be applied to the eyelids. It has a clear regenerating and deep nourishing effect, slows down aging and fading. | 30+ |
| avocado | It protects against UV rays, prevents the first wrinkles, deeply nourishes tissues, prevents dehydration, and accelerates the healing of small wounds. Suitable for oily, mixed and dry skin, normalizes sebaceous glands. | 30+ |
| Jasmin | It evens out the complexion, removes crusts and dryness. Suitable for problematic, inflammatory and oily skin. | 40+ |
| Himalayan cedar | Strong antioxidant effect and proven antiallergic effect. It makes the texture of the skin smoother and activates regeneration processes. | 40+ |
| Lavender | Effectively fights photoaging and helps with sunburn. Soothes irritated skin and speeds up healing. | 40+ |
| Incense | It increases elasticity, removes inflammation and is actively used for anti-aging care. Accelerates healing. | 40+ |
| myrrh | Smoothes fine wrinkles, slows down degenerative processes and effectively restores cracked skin. | 40+ |
| Jojoba | It is excellent as a base of the mixture, it is highly stable, it regulates both excess and deficiency of sebum. | 50+ |
| Neroli | Increases elasticity and fights tissue sagging. | 50+ |
| Rose | It helps to saturate with moisture, stimulates renewal, removes inflammation and swelling, protects against negative external factors. | 50+ |
| Lemon | Brightens, removes age spots, tones, evens the complexion. | 50+ |
| Sandalwood | It fights well against sagging and drying of the skin, making wrinkles around the eyes less noticeable. | 50+ |
| Immortal | Increases collagen synthesis, improves the condition of the vascular wall. | 50+ |
The division of fats by age is not arbitrary. They are elected according to their duties. It can also be used at a young age. Essential oils are not hormones. They normalize skin function and influence various processes without becoming addictive. Therefore, these oils can be used at any age.
After 30 years
At this age, the skin overcomes its barrier function and does not retain moisture very well. The stratum corneum thickens, the layer of living cells decreases. The first wrinkles appear, including "crow's feet" in the delicate area around the eyes. This means that if you choose the right care, eat right and lead a healthy lifestyle, the appearance of wrinkles and folds on the skin can be successfully prevented.
To prevent the appearance of facial wrinkles, we recommend including the best essential oils for age 30+ in your personal care routine:
- currant;
- primrose (evening primrose);
- borage (borage, borage);
- avocado;
- macadamia.
The first 3 oils from this list are especially important. Due to the presence of gamma-linolenic and other fatty acids in these oils, it effectively eliminates moisture loss, fights peeling, relieves inflammation and accelerates tissue regeneration.
Avocado and macadamia oils are very beneficial for dry skin care. It deeply nourishes, softens, makes it smooth and elastic, and smooths out small wrinkles caused by dehydration and metabolic disorders. Avocado and macadamia oils are considered essential oils. They can be used either in their pure form, in the form of an oily serum under a cream, or by making your own creams and masks.
If at this age you are already worried about under-eye circles and swelling, you can use anti-wrinkle essential oils (geranium, fennel, immortelle, etc. ) with lymphatic drainage and vascular strengthening effects.
After 40 years
At this age, more age-related changes accumulate in the skin. The number of collagen and elastin fibers decreases by about 1% per year. The ability of the dermis to retain moisture continues to decline and less and less hyaluronic acid and other glycosaminoglycans are produced.
These processes occur in the deep layers of the dermis, so it is more difficult to fight wrinkles at an earlier age caused by insufficient hydration. Many substances cannot penetrate tissues located far from the surface of the skin.
The list of essential oils for wrinkles over 40 is quite long. The most popular oils are:
- jasmine;
- lavender;
- Himalayan cedar;
- incense;
- myrrh.
Monarda and myrtle face oils have a clear lifting effect. Traditionally, the widely used frankincense and myrrh work more to increase flexibility.
After 50 years
The use of phytoestrogens in mature skin care is strongly recommended. Because with the onset of menopause, the female body independently stops the production of estrogen, which protects the skin from aging. You can try adding anise and fennel oils to mixes and homemade creams in short courses. But be careful.
Due to the lack of estrogen, the number of collagen and elastin fibers decreases even faster (2% per year instead of 1% at the age of 40+). The skin becomes thinner, the volume and density of the facial bones decreases, which causes sagging of the epidermis and the appearance of wrinkles.
If you take good care of your face, protect it from the damaging effects of ultraviolet rays, eat right and lead a healthy lifestyle, then by the age of 50 your skin will be in much better condition than that of those who do not. quality nursing care.
Measures aimed at maintaining normal blood flow in the tissues of the epidermis, strengthening blood vessels, as well as active hydration, protection from ultraviolet rays, and the use of oils help support the skin at this age. Most effective broadcasts for people aged 50+:
- immortal;
- neroli;
- flowers;
- sandalwood;
- lemon (in addition, to improve the skin).
How each of these oils works is detailed in the table above. Oils from earlier age groups are also used, especially ethers from resins (myrrh, frankincense).
Use of essential oils for wrinkles
Now let's talk about how to properly use essential oils to effectively fight age-related changes in appearance and prevent wrinkles. Following these simple tips will help you get the most out of natural ingredients.
Basic rules
Let's not forget that essential oils are concentrated plant extracts. Therefore, you should use them carefully, observing the basic rules and precautions.
- Esters can cause skin irritation. Therefore, it is forbidden to use a new oil for face care without passing the first test for sensitivity. To do this, dilute 2 drops of essential oil in a teaspoon of essential oil. Apply a drop of the mixture to the crook of your elbow and wait at least 24 hours. After a day, if there are no signs of irritation at the application site, you can use it safely.
- Many essential oils have contraindications. Some are prohibited for use by pregnant women, asthma patients and other serious problems. Therefore, read the instructions carefully before purchasing.
- Do not apply undiluted essential oils to your face. At worst, you may develop an intolerance to the oil over many years.
- Only natural essential oils are suitable for fighting wrinkles. The use of synthetic substitutes can worsen the condition of the skin.
- For the skin around the eyes, ethers can be used only together with essential oils or as part of other home-made cosmetic products (creams, masks) and only with a low percentage (1 drop per 10 ml of essential oil). Care should be taken not to get the oil on the mucous membrane during application.
- Taking into account not only your age, but also your skin type, you should choose the type of essential oil for wrinkles and a certain recipe.
- You should not use compounds containing more than 4 types of essential oils. Gradually compound the mixture, using a mixture with one ester for one week, adding another oil the next week, and so on. And not 4 types at once. Otherwise, it will be difficult to find the culprit in the event of a negative reaction.
- It is better to change the used set every month. In this way, the effect will be brighter and more diverse.
Application methods
Essential oils can be used for anti-aging care in a variety of ways. You can use a certain type of ether, but the best effect can be achieved in a combination of several. Combinations of ethers must be prepared correctly, then the beneficial properties of each oil will be enhanced and there will be no conflict.
Essential oils to fight wrinkles:
Add organic ingredients to special cosmetic bases (night creams, lotions, nourishing masks, etc. ). A few drops of ether are literally enough to significantly improve the care properties and anti-aging effect.
Blend with essential oils (macadamia, almond, sesame, rosehip, pomegranate, avocado, wheat germ, grape seed). It is an excellent tool for preventing and fighting wrinkles. Apply a cream on top of the mixture or take care alternately: day mixture, day cream. Store the mixture in a brown glass container.
- You can eliminate expression lines by mixing 9 ml of avocado oil, 1 ml of pomegranate seed oil with 1 drop of immortelle, 2 drops of rose or sandalwood and 1 drop of lemon (no lemon in summer). Apply in the evening.
- For deep wrinkles, try another recipe with essential oils. It is necessary to mix 8 ml of jojoba oil, 1 ml of green coffee, 1 ml of primrose, 1 drop of lemon grass, 1 drop of fennel, 1 drop of sage.
- The eye area and the whole face will enjoy a wonderful recipe: macadamia 8ml, wheat germ 1ml, blackcurrant 1ml, 1 drop each of rose oil and frankincense. This is one of the simplest and most effective recipes for eyelids at home.
The result
There are quite a few different essential oils that are useful in fighting wrinkles and slowing skin aging. It is important to choose the right esters and their combinations to get the best results from your daily skincare routine. The essential oils that we describe in detail in the article are suitable for all ages.
But remember: in the fight against aging, it is important not only to organize proper facial care, but also to change your daily habits:
- healthy food,
- take regular walks in the fresh air;
- give up smoking and alcohol;
- train;
- drink enough water;
- get enough sleep;
- avoid stress.
We wish you to always stay young, beautiful and choose the ideal combination of essential oils to effectively fight wrinkles.