It has long been known about the ability of kefir to maintain beauty and health. If you regularly drink fermented milk products, then you can normalize the functioning of the digestive system and cleanse the intestines. Applying kefir in cosmetic masks, you can forget about acne, the skin will be moisturized, young and toned.
The composition and useful properties of kefir masks for face
Kefir tidies the intestinal flora, saves from dysbiosis, removes toxins and toxins. Kefir treatment is quite effective, since this sour-milk and tasty product is rich in useful substances:
- With the help of vitamin A and carotene, visual acuity increases, skin, hair and nails improve, and the aging process of the epidermis slows down.
- Thanks to vitamin D, calcium absorption is enhanced. Its deficiency can cause brittle bones.
- Vitamin B2 accelerates the regeneration process.
- Due to the presence of vitamin B1, you can say goodbye to inflammation and irritation.
- Vitamin C allows the body to better resist infections and makes the skin resilient.
- From Vitamin C, dry skin is hydrated and softened.
- The components of kefir establish the optimal balance of alkali and acids in the cells. Due to this, the natural cleansing of the epidermis from fats and pollution occurs, the skin is protected from early aging.
Some nuances of application
There are two options for using a fermented milk drink:
- Drink (preferably before bedtime) to streamline digestive processes.
- Use as a mask.
In order for the face mask from kefir to bring only benefit, it is necessary to take into account some points. When choosing a dairy product, it is important to study its composition. It is worth looking for another kefir, if milk powder, preservatives and chemistry are present in this, otherwise an allergic reaction may occur. In addition to masks, kefir can be applied as a day cream, which will perfectly soften the face. Do not forget to monitor the expiration date of the product.
How to prepare the skin?
Preliminary preparation for the mask application procedure is of no small importance. In addition to the face, it is desirable to process part of the neck. If you follow the rules, then using the product will bring the desired result. In order not to stain the curls, it is better to collect them and pull the bandage. Before applying kefir funds should be washed with warm water. If the water supply is not equipped with a special filter, then you should dissolve baking soda (1 teaspoon) in a liter of boiling water and wash the resulting solution.
Face mask treatment
If you want to use the mask to bring a positive effect, it is important to thoroughly clean the pores. To do this, you can use a scrub or lotion without alcohol - you need to get a piece of cotton wool wet and gently rub your face and neck. In this case, areas around the eyes should be avoided, since these areas require special care.
Effect enhancement
The action of the mask is determined by the correctness of its use. During the cosmetic procedure, you should not do anything, it is better to relax - lie on the couch with your eyes closed. To enhance the results from the mask, it is important not to ignore these tips:
- Before use, cleanse, so vitamins penetrate deeper into the layers of the skin.
- For oily skin, take a non-greasy product. It regulates the activity of the sebaceous glands, relieves of unhealthy shine and cleans contaminated pores.
- For dry skin, buy a fatty sour-milk drink. It will provide coverings with additional nutrition and hydration.
- Use the finished mask immediately.
Kefir masks for dry skin
Moisturizing mask.
For dry skin, hydration and nutrition are important. To do this, you need the following ingredients: 6 large tablespoons of fat yogurt, 4 large tablespoons of cottage cheese, a large spoon of honey. Apply for half an hour, after washing with warm water. Allow the face to dry on its own. Use this mask 3 times in 7 days.
To improve complexion.
This mask is very nutritious, it transforms the skin. It consists of freshly squeezed carrot juice (1 large spoon is needed), two tablespoons of kefir, a spoon of cottage cheese and a teaspoon of sunflower oil. Mix on face for 14 minutes. For washing, a decoction of chamomile is suitable. In it you need to moisten a napkin and “cover” her face, remove after a few minutes.
For oily skin
Using a face mask with kefir at home, you can solve the problem of oily skin.
Method 1
Take two large tablespoons of kefir, a small spoon of honey and chicken egg white. Mix the ingredients well and apply for 17 minutes. Wash with cold water.
Method 2 - cleans and dries the skin, eliminates oily sheen.
This recipe consists of two large spoons of a sour-milk drink, a teaspoon of honey, egg white, a teaspoon of rice (wheat, oat, potato) flour and a few drops of lemon juice. Flour can be replaced with a tablespoon of bran from wheat, oatmeal or almonds. Keep on face for 13 minutes, rinse with running water.
Another option.
For such a method, which is enough for more than once, you will need: oat, rice or wheat flour - half a glass, and baking soda - half a spoon. Mix this mixture (1 tablespoon) with such a portion of kefir to form a gruel. Apply all this to the face and massage with your fingers for a couple of minutes. The face should be with this composition for 9 minutes, after which it should be washed off with water.
For problem skin
Acne kefir face mask (eliminating inflammation and preventing the formation of new acne).
It will take: kefir - 3 large spoons, yeast - 3 large spoons, hydrogen peroxide - a teaspoon. Stir and apply on face for 14 minutes. Before washing off the mixture, pull off the resulting film from the face. Use only once every 30 days, because due to hydrogen peroxide, the skin can become very dry and peeling will occur.
Against black spots and for deep cleansing of pores.
You will need the following components: the same proportions of the fermented milk product and rice flour. Mix all this and add a pinch of baking soda. Apply this mass to the face and actively massage the problem areas. Due to the reaction of kefir acid and soda, bubbles of carbon dioxide will form. They will begin to remove dirt from the pores. This method is a wonderful prevention of pimples.
A clay and kefir face mask helps to dry problem skin.
Ingredients: kefir - three large spoons, parsley - a couple of brushes, lemon juice - a small spoon, white clay - one large spoon. Finely chop the greens, then combine all the components. Put the finished mask on your face for 11 minutes, wash with warm water. This method is ideal for drying oily skin. As a result, you will have matte skin with an even, healthy color.
Cleansing masks
This type of face mask from kefir eliminates dead epidermis and at the same time eliminates black spots. Also, the tool helps to smooth small skin folds and give elasticity.
Method 1 - face mask with kefir and oatmeal. What skin type? For normal and combined.
Necessary components: fat kefir - 1 large spoon, oatmeal - 1 large spoon, honey - 1 small spoon, olive oil - 1 small spoon. In a coffee grinder, grind oatmeal to a state of flour. Mix all this and spread on face. Keep no more than 25 minutes, then wash with lukewarm water.
Method 2. For what type of skin? For oily.
Take rye bread (2 pieces), soak it in a dairy product. A porridge mass should form. Pour in sunflower oil (1 large spoon) and honey (1 small spoon). Keep on face for 13 minutes, then rinse with gentle movements. You will get clean, smooth, radiant skin without an unhealthy shine.
Mask for narrowing and cleaning pores.
Use on oily skin. Initially, make herbal infusion of chamomile, calendula and sage. Take each herb in the amount of one teaspoon. Pour 200 ml of boiling water into these herbs, insist in a covered form for half an hour, then strain. The mask consists of three tablespoons of such a decoction and three tablespoons of kefir. And you also need to add wheat flour (you can rice or potato) in the amount of 1 tablespoon. Stir it all and apply on face for 14 minutes. Moisten a piece of cotton wool in kefir and remove the mask, wash with water at the end.
Vitamin and tonic masks
In the summer, you can cook face masks from kefir and gifts of nature: strawberries, cherries, currants, raspberries and other things. They must be ground to a puree state, mixed with kefir and applied to the face for ¼ hours.
To quickly make the skin fresh and toned, you can use a mask from a tablespoon of kefir, a teaspoon of honey and raw egg white. All components mix well. To give the mass density, pour a little almond or oat bran. Prior to application, it is necessary to clean the skin with kefir. Then smear the mask on the face without touching the area around the eyes and mouth. Hold for a quarter of an hour and rinse with water.
For a one-time moisturizing and whitening of the skin, you need to make a face mask with starch, kefir and a chicken egg. Take kefir and starch in equal proportions, supplement with egg white, whipped in a foam. Leave on face for 11 minutes and wash with water.
Feedback
For the most part, reviews about the mask of kefir for the face are positive. Kefir masks are quite popular among the population, both male and female. Those who have tried this wonderful remedy speak of its positive effect on the skin of the face. It becomes refreshed and velvety. Acne and redness of the skin disappear. Women note that after kefir masks, the face becomes moisturized and elastic, pigment spots pass.
Everyone knows kefir is not only a useful product, but also a universal natural cosmetic product that is compatible with all skin types and can be used every day. A kefir face mask is able to perfectly cleanse, bleach and soften the skin. When mixing kefir with other components, various cosmetic effects can be achieved. The main advantage of this tool is that the simplicity and accessibility of this method of care is suitable for any type of skin.