Since time immemorial, herbs have been used for the treatment and prevention of diseases, as well as for the preservation of youth, both internally and externally.
It's no secret that skin loss of elasticity and aging occurs due to loss of moisture, dead cells, slow recovery.
The herbs used for skin rejuvenation designed, if not prevented, to slow down all these processes are a veritable storehouse of vitamins, trace elements, antioxidants. chemicals, immunomodulators and a source of moisture.
To achieve the maximum effect, people often use herbal preparations.
Used in the form of infusions and decoctions, they regulate the functions of the body in general, and in the form of masks, lotions, tonics, creams, peels, scrubs and baths, they restorehealthy skin color, skin color and its tone.
Anti-aging infusions and decoctions of herbs
Dried herbs and herbs are best stored in an airtight paper bag in a dry and dark place.
When preparing the infusion or decoction, the herbs are brewed with boiling water and infused for a certain time, but do not boil or boil!
The resulting drink is filtered and taken in the prescribed amount in the morning before meals or in the evening after all meals.
- Tibetan Collection. Chamomile, St. The resulting drink is divided in half, honey is added and half is taken before going to bed, and the second - in the morning 20 minutes before a meal. For rejuvenation purposes, it is recommended to use daily for 1 month a year.
- Linden, sage, chamomile and horsetail in equal proportions, cooked in the form of a decoction, will help maintain hormonal balance. That's right, you should drink it three times a day.
- If you have high blood pressure and you are advised to strengthen the vessel walls, tea from Sudanese rose petals (hibiscus) will come to the rescue. It also helps to maintain the overall tone of the body.
- Garlic. Few people know that this plant, in addition to its powerful anti-inflammatory, anti-free radical effects, also works as a great anti-aging agent. Its daily use gives a lasting rejuvenating effect.
Herbs to wipe the face to rejuvenate
It is noteworthy that the anti-aging herbal procedures are practically safe for external use, taking into account only individual intolerance.
Before taking a herbal bath to rejuvenate the skin, you should take a clean bath to remove dirt and grease.
- Calendula. This plant has pronounced antibacterial and anti-allergic properties, is used to treat many skin diseases and promotes collagen production in the skin, which helps to maintain the beauty of the skin. This plant is used both for washing and is recommended for tea.
- Allantoin, a part of the bellflower plant, promotes skin cell growth and renewal, and is often added to cosmetic creams. You can make masks with it. Her recipe: chop the comfrey leaves, add a teaspoon of sour cream or cream, mix everything. It should be a thick cream. Apply it on clean skin for 10 minutes, then rinse.
- Aloe vera has long been considered a rejuvenating miracle. This plant gives the skin a healthy glow and smoothness, enhances regeneration and hydration of skin cells. This is one of the easiest facials to follow.
- Astragalus root perfectly heals the whole body and also combats its withering. Usually, tea is made from the root of this plant, they drink it, they also wash their face or make ice cubes from it to wash their face.
- Ginkgo. It contains many amino acids and plant collagen, which are essential for maintaining skin elasticity. The plant has bactericidal and antifungal properties, making it an excellent natural antiseptic. Ginkgo biloba can be used to make facial cleansers.
- The following herbs are suitable as collections for bathing: chamomile (for general disinfecting purposes for wounds and minor cracks); rose petals (have a general rejuvenating effect); clover (smooth skin); tansy (reduces fatigue, leg swelling, improves health).
Facial rejuvenation with the help of herbs is used both in the manufacture of expensive cosmetic products and in beauty salons.
Women everywhere trust herbal remedies to be the safest.
Since the number of useful plant extracts in the composition of ready-made products is minimal, it is more correct and cheaper to use herbs for rejuvenation in home care.
The only thing to keep in mind is the location of the herb collection: try to gather ingredients away from the highway and definitely not in the city.
- Wort St. The residue from the aloe leaves, cut and incubated in the refrigerator for 10 days, is more effective than the fresh one, because during the withering process, the plant actively produces unique biological substances that stimulate cell regeneration. cell. The mask made from aloe leaves made into porridge prepared in this way is a great anti-aging agent.
- If you have linden blossom, neem flower and leaf or mint leaves on hand, these ingredients will nourish and hydrate your skin and improve your complexion. Chamomile is often added to such mixtures. Herbs are used either cold or hot (heated in a water bath to body temperature) compressed from a decoction.
- Extracts of calendula, flax, oat and honeysuckle have good anti-aging effects, smooth wrinkles, prevent the appearance of new wrinkles, and at the same time activate the production process. elastin of skin cells.
- Rowan, wild rose, rhodiola, parsley are used as a tonic for tired skin. The result of using them is freshness and radiance.
- For mature skin after 50 years, a blend of black currant leaves, St. John, mountain ash is suitable. The decoction is processed in the usual way, used in the form of a tonic or a compress, you can add aloe, honey and egg to squeeze the precipitate and apply it on the face for 15-20 minutes.
- On the basis of butter and horsetail powder, you can prepare a night cream for the face. To do this, mix 30 grams of butter and a few tablespoons of herbs, melt the mixture in the oven, avoid boiling, then let it cool, use before going to bed after cleaning the skin, store in the refrigerator for no more thanFive-day.
The use of herbs given by nature to rejuvenate the skin and body in general is the most cost-effective way, and the most reasonable way to maintain youth from the inside out.
One just has to remember that, as medicines, many plants have both indications and contraindications. Everything must have a measure!