Chamomile is one of the most popular plants used in cosmetology. At home, with it, you can quickly prepare face masks that are not inferior in effectiveness to expensive procedures in a beauty salon. Chamomile has an anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, moisturizing, nourishing and light whitening effect on the skin. All chamomile masks can be made from dried flower baskets purchased at the pharmacy and some readily available ingredients.
The benefits of chamomile for the skin.
Flower baskets are considered the most valuable in the plant. They contain a lot of bioactive substances, among which it should be noted:
- Essential oils, consisting of a large number of compounds, the most useful of them are chamazulene and bisabolol, which have high anti-inflammatory activity;
- Flavonoids have a calming effect on the skin, and some of them have a good whitening effect;
- Coumarins are bioactive substances with antispasmodic and sedative effects;
- Tannins that have a tonic, bactericidal and anti-inflammatory effect;
- Vitamin C - an antioxidant, improves local immunity, helps to restore damaged cells;
- Zinc is a chemical element that acne is afraid of. Restores the work of the sebaceous glands;
- Selenium is a microelement that neutralizes toxins and strengthens subcutaneous capillaries.
In addition, the plant contains carotenoids, organic acids and unsaturated fatty acids, macro and microelements.
Mask with aloe and chamomile for the face, neck and décolleté.
The face, neck and chest are the places where the skin should look perfect. With age, this problem becomes more and more urgent. A mask with chamomile, honey and blue clay will come to the rescue. It will hide the first signs of skin laxity, smooth fine wrinkles and give the skin a pleasant silkiness.
For this mask, you will need: 2 tablespoons of dried chamomile flowers, 2 teaspoons of freshly squeezed aloe (agave) juice, 1 teaspoon of natural flower honey, 2 teaspoons of Cambrian blue clay and 5 drops of vitamin E in oil. Pour 100 ml of boiling water over chamomile and let it cool to room temperature. Then strain and mix with the rest of the ingredients. Apply with a brush to clean skin of the face, neck and décolleté. Keep no more than 20 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water or chamomile extract. The mask can be performed once a week. Recommended for ages 40+. Restores natural elasticity, evens tone, smoothes wrinkles.
Toning mask with chamomile and peppermint.
At the end of the working day, a simple toning mask with chamomile, mint and white clay will help restore the attractiveness of the face.
You will need: one tablespoon of chamomile flowers and mint leaves, and another 50 g of white kaolin clay. Pour the herbs with a small amount of boiling water, wrap and let it brew for about half an hour. Strain. Add to clay and stir. You should get a homogeneous creamy mass. Apply the composition with a brush and leave for 20 minutes. At the end of the procedure, rinse your face with cool water. In addition to tonic, the mask has an antimicrobial and antiseptic effect, tightens pores, and reduces skin oiliness. Recommended for age 45+ Perform 1-2 times a week.
Moisturizing mask with chamomile and glycerin.
For facial skin prone to dryness and flaking, a mask with chamomile and glycerin is recommended. It perfectly nourishes it with moisture, smoothes wrinkles, relieves inflammation, and strengthens the epidermis.
For one mask, you will need 2 heaping tablespoons of chamomile and 5 ml of glycerin. Prepare an infusion from the flowers by pouring 150 ml of boiling water over it and insisting for half an hour. Add glycerin to the resulting broth and mix thoroughly. Soak gauze or bandage folded in 3-4 layers with the composition and cover the face. Hold for 15-20 minutes, then wipe with a cotton swab dipped in chamomile infusion. The mask can be performed in the morning and evening, as well as as needed.
Soothing mask with chamomile, honey and herbs.
For sensitive skin, irritated, weathered, exposed to negative environmental influences, a mask with chamomile and medicinal herbs with anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and soothing effects is suitable.
You need to take the following herbs in equal amounts: chamomile, dandelion leaves, nettle leaves, plantain leaves, mint leaves, lemon balm leaves. If the herbs are fresh, grind them in a mortar; if they are dry, steam them first, pouring boiling water over them and also grind to a gruel. You can add some honey and apple cider vinegar to the mixture. Before going to bed, apply on the face and wash off with cool water after 15-20 minutes. The mask has no age restrictions.
Mask with chamomile and sage for the skin around the eyes.
The skin around the eyes is the thinnest and requires more delicate care. A mask with chamomile and sage will help slow down the appearance of the first wrinkles.
Chamomile flowers and sage leaves should be taken in equal proportions. Pour 1 tablespoon of chopped herbs in a thermos with a glass of boiling water and let it brew for an hour. Strain. Divide the composition into two equal parts. Place one part in the refrigerator, the other should remain warm. Soak cotton pads alternately in warm, then in cold composition and apply under the eyes. Such a mask will strengthen weak capillaries, relieve puffiness and remove dark circles under the eyes. Recommended to be done in the morning. The mask has no age restrictions.
An all-in-one face mask with oatmeal and chamomile.
If you are wondering which mask to choose, try this one. It is perfect for any age and skin type.
You will need 1 tablespoon of concentrated chamomile decoction (2 tablespoons per half cup of boiling water), one teaspoon of glycerin, oatmeal, or Hercules flakes, ground in a coffee grinder. Combine the ingredients in a ceramic bowl and mix thoroughly until a homogeneous creamy mass is obtained. Apply to the face with a cosmetic brush. Keep 15-20 min. Wash off with cool water. Potato starch can be used instead of oatmeal.
Whitening mask with chamomile and powdered milk.
If you need to remove local redness, hide traces of post-acne and pigmentation, make the skin lighter, and give the face freshness, a very simple but effective mask with chamomile and powdered milk will help.
For the mask, you need to take 1 tablespoon of chamomile inflorescences, 1 tablespoon of powdered milk and one tablespoon of Hercules flakes. Grind the flakes in a coffee grinder and mix with milk. Pour chamomile with a glass of boiling water and let it brew. Add chamomile infusion in small portions to the oat-milk mixture. Stirring constantly, achieve a creamy consistency. Apply with a brush on the face and keep for 20 minutes. Wash off with room temperature water. In addition to the whitening effect, the mask relieves irritation, redness and removes oily sheen. Recommended for problematic and oily skin.
Masks of chamomile flowers for acne.
Chamomile is an excellent remedy for acne and pimples. Care for problem skin, including daily washing with chamomile infusion and wiping problem areas with herbal lotions, will reduce skin inflammation and prevent post-acne. A mask with anti-inflammatory and antiseptic herbs can help in the fight against acne.
You will need in equal amounts: chamomile, St. John's wort, coltsfoot and lime blossom. Grind the herbs into powder and steam in a small amount of boiling water. Stir until a homogeneous gruel is obtained and add 10 ml of olive oil and a few drops of lemon juice. Apply to face and leave for 15-20 minutes. Wash off with warm water without soap. For medicinal purposes, it recommends course use: once a day for a week. A week later, the course can be repeated.
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