Berry face masks

Every woman tries to take care of her skin, and the delicate skin of the face especially needs regular care. And nothing so nourishes it, does not give it a fresh and healthy look, like all sorts of masks from natural plant ingredients.

The benefits of cosmetics from natural ingredients can not be overestimated, because it is a direct source of vitamins, fatty acids, vegetable oils and other elements that are so important for maintaining beauty. Almost every plant that is familiar to us from childhood has unique beneficial properties, and at the height of the summer berry season it is simply impossible not to indulge yourself with a nourishing mask.

• Strawberry. This fragrant berry has miraculous properties - whitens and evens the complexion, removes pigmentation and freckles, tones cells, promotes better tissue renewal. It also helps to cope with acne and is suitable for all skin types. At the same time, masks made of frozen strawberries are in no way inferior to masks made from fresh berries, so you can prepare berries for the future season.
• Cranberry. It is well known as a folk remedy in the fight against enlarged pores, and also perfectly removes oily sheen and dries the skin. Cranberry juice helps get rid of acne, soothes the skin and reduces inflammation.
• Raspberries. In addition to masks, lotions and scrubs can be made from raspberries. It has a deep moisturizing effect, cleanses the skin, making it fresh and beautiful. Also, raspberry juice helps lighten skin, remove freckles and helps get rid of shine. In the frozen raspberry berries all useful macro and microelements are preserved.
• Black currant. This berry perfectly moisturizes and tones the dry skin of the face, restores its firmness, elasticity and fresh young look. The lotion made from ripe berries helps to remove freckles and lighten skin.
• Red currant. Perfect for oily skin - its juice visibly narrows wide pores, removes greasy shine, makes skin more dry and smooth. It is rich in B vitamins (B1, B2 and B3), vitamin C (ascorbic acid) and vitamin E, which is called “beauty vitamin”, as it gives the skin a special smoothness and elasticity.
• Persimmon. Antioxidant-rich persimmon is widely used as a rejuvenating agent that tones, tightens, moisturizes and nourishes mature facial skin, restoring its elasticity and freshness. In addition, masks from it are good in the autumn and winter, to protect the skin from dry cold air. We should not forget that in order to prepare a mask of persimmon at home, you should choose only the ripest fruits - very soft and with a dried tail.
• Blueberries. Due to its vitamin composition, it is a salvation for oily skin. Retinol and tannins have a calming and anti-inflammatory effect, magnesium and B vitamins normalize subcutaneous blood circulation. Ascorbic acid promotes better cell regeneration and slows down the aging process, while flavonoids make the skin especially smooth and soft.

It is not always possible to please yourself with a mask of fresh berries, cooked with your own hands, especially in the cold season, when it is “off season” or when you are on long business trips and spend a lot of time away from home. Then various purchased products come to the rescue, good, in our time there are a great many of them in the cosmetic market.

• "Juicy strawberries". This clay face mask with natural strawberry puree from the famous brand Meela Meelo. It has a matting and whitening effect, effectively moisturizes and nourishes, cleans pores, promotes rejuvenation. Suitable for normal and combined skin type. Possesses pleasant strawberry aroma, and the easy consistence does it convenient in drawing.
• "Invigorating Frosty Cranberries". Yves Rocher products containing cranberry extract, chamomile and vegetable glycerin, and not containing parabens. It cools and gives the skin an amazing freshness, making it smooth and pleasant. Good for oily and combination skin.
• "Juicy watermelon." Moisturizing mask from the company Oriflame, has a pleasant smell and a dense gel texture and cooling effect. The aroma of watermelon will relieve stress and help you relax after a busy day, and the active components of the product will help the skin to shine again with health and youth.
• "Berry face mask Nutrition and Elasticity." The company "Clean Line" often indulges with pleasant novelties, and this tool is suitable for combating the first signs of aging. Cloudberry oil rich in vitamins removes toxins from the cells, gives softness to the skin; Sea buckthorn oil intensively nourishes, gives elasticity, smoothes micromo wrinkles; Viburnum oil tones up tired cells, evens and refreshes the complexion.
• "Energy and tone." Moisturizing mask brand "One hundred recipes of beauty." At the heart of its natural strawberry puree and oatmeal. The tool well moisturizes and softens dry skin, mattes and evens out color, has the effect of light peeling. Will delight with natural aroma, pleasant texture and excellent quality for a very low price.

It is not difficult to prepare a mask at home - in the simplest form, it is enough to crush a handful of berries, apply an even layer on cleansed face and allow yourself to rest for a few minutes - you will already get the result. But to achieve a larger and more complex effect, a special composition of several components should be prepared.

For dry skin:

• Mix a tablespoon of pulp black currant and a tablespoon sour creamadd a teaspoon olive oil. Hold for 15 minutes, rinse with warm water. To achieve the effect use regularly 2-3 times a week.
• In the ratio of 1: 1: 1 mix the mashed ripe cowberry berries, potato flour and olive oil (or any other vegetable). Berries lingonberries rather dense and chop them best with a blender. Keep the mask for 15-20 minutes, then wash off the heat with water and rinse your face with cold. The procedure is carried out 1-2 times a week for 1-2 months.
• Squeeze juice of fresh sea buckthorn berriesthen mix 2-3 tablespoons of juice with 1 egg yolk (raw). Apply the mixture evenly on face for 15 minutes, rinse with plenty of cool water. Before use, it is recommended to freeze the sea buckthorn, then scald it with boiling water, and only then use it.

How to make a face mask, you will learn from the following video.

For oily skin:

• Mix one tablespoon mashedstrawberry berries and as much white cosmetic clay. Apply on face evenly, avoiding the areas around the eyes, hold for 10-15 minutes before drying, rinse with warm water. Apply 1-2 times a week.
• Blender a tablespoon raspberries, protein one eggs and a teaspoon of lemon juice. Hold for 20 minutes. To create a thicker consistency, you can add a little oatmeal.
• Knead ripe raspberry berries before the appearance of the juice and 2-3 tablespoons of this mass mix with a small amount breadcrumb. Bread is better to use rye or bran.When applying the mass lightly rub into the skin. Keep 15-20 minutes.

For fading skin:

• Ripe strawberries grind in a blender with a small amount warm milk apply the resulting mass on the face for 20 minutes, rinse with warm water. This tool intensively tones the skin and helps get rid of small wrinkles.
• 2-3 tablespoons ripe sea ​​buckthorn knead and mix with the same amount cottage cheese (better than home), then dilute it with a small amount of warm milk. Apply for 15 minutes and remove with a cotton pad dipped in milk. This mask evens the complexion, promotes better cell regeneration.

With strong pigmentation:

• From ripe soft wild rose berries remove seeds and cook for 10 minutes. The resulting broth strain, one tablespoon of softened berries mixed with the same amount of cottage cheese, a teaspoon of olive oil and a small amount of cooled broth. Keep for 15-20 minutes, then remove the disc dipped in broth, and apply on the face moisturizer. For oily skin is better to use not very greasy curd.
• Grind in a blender 2 tablespoons of ripe (sweet) gooseberry berries and pour them warm milk. Let it sit for 15 minutes, strain through a sieve and add 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil (olive, peach or avocado) to the slurry, mix. Apply the mixture evenly on the face, after 15-20 minutes, remove with a cotton pad slightly moistened in milk.

On the purchase of berry masks women leave the most controversial reviews - it largely depends on the manufacturer. It often happens that the products of budget brands, for example, "Clean Line" or "One hundred recipes of beauty" turns out to be more effective than expensive brands such as Yves Rocher or Meela Meelo. Sometimes women complain of allergic reactions, an unnatural odor and a lack of visible results.

Many people write that you should never wait for an instant result, which will remain for a long time, and that in order to achieve and consolidate the visible effect, you must apply the same mask regularly for 1-2 months.