Older women must apply an anti-aging serum to their face and neck before applying the cream in order to maintain youthful skin for as long as possible. EAOMedia, on the advice of a specialist, will tell you about a truly powerful natural remedy made only from working ingredients. No harmful additives – you will prepare the whey yourself and under your own control. In addition, it turns out to be cheaper than in the store.
Why did this advice become popular?
Usually people repeat advice from the Internet without taking into account the individual characteristics of the skin, which can lead to undesirable results. The result is confusion, since it is not clear what you can trust and which remedies are safe. But this article will look at all the pros and cons – honestly and transparently.
Homemade anti-aging serum recipe
We are talking about a serum based on decongestant components: green tea and parsley with the addition of nourishing oils with antioxidants. An expert with extensive experience spoke about her in the Zen blog “Your own cosmetologist” (18+).
Ingredients:
- Almond oil for base – 50-75 ml for base. It is resistant to rancidity.
- Green tea as an antioxidant – 3-4 teaspoons. Definitely leafy, crushed, without additives.
- Parsley against swelling – 2-3 teaspoons. You can take dry leaves or seeds.
- Wheat germ oil as vitamin E – 2-3 teaspoons.
- Lavender essential oil for regeneration and smoothing of wrinkles—50–70 drops
- Sage essential oil as a phytoextagene and anti-aging agent – 50–70 drops.
Infusion:
Place green tea and parsley in a clean, heat-resistant container with a lid. Top with almond butter and wheat germ oil if desired.
Insist on the hot battery for 5–7 days, shaking occasionally. Then leave next to the battery for another 10–14 days, also shaking. If the herbs have absorbed a lot of oil, add enough to cover the mixture by 2-3 cm.
Straining:
Strain the finished infusion through a sterile bandage and squeeze well. Add lavender and sage essential oils and shake vigorously until smooth.
Usage:
Homemade serum can be added to gel products: to masks – dilute 2-3 times, to creams/serums – add 1/4-1/3 of the infusion. The product should be used in a course: from two months to six months.
Thematic photo. Photo: AI Kandinsky (18+)
How the serum works in practice:
The oils in the serum are saturated with active components during prolonged infusion. During the extraction process, fat-soluble substances are transferred into the oil, enriching it with antioxidants, vitamins and essential oils. When applied to the skin, such mixtures can create a protective film, help retain moisture and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
In what cases can the remedy have the opposite effect:
It is important to understand that any cosmetic products are selected individually. Skin prone to breakouts or acne may react with irritation or breakouts. Individual intolerance to components, especially essential oils, also occurs. It is important to remember the possible impact of phytoestrogens from sage on hormonal levels, especially when applied to the décolleté.
Expert opinion:
“Homemade oil serums can be useful for dry or normal skin care if all components are selected taking into account individual characteristics. But it is important to remember the potential for an allergic reaction and the need for testing before use,” the expert said.
And remember: you need to store the serum at room temperature in a dark place, and a large volume in the refrigerator.
