Kefir face mask

It is impossible to imagine facial care at home without a kefir mask - an affordable and effective remedy. Many women love this fermented milk drink for a storehouse of useful substances and do not realize that kefir can be used as a cosmetic product as part of a washable mask.

Masks based on fermented milk products have proven to be excellent helpers for dry and oily skin, age-related and problematic epidermis. Home care can be based on a mask of classic kefir of varying degrees of fat content, as well as yogurt, fermented baked milk, yogurt or whey. In order to get the whey, it is necessary to heat the kefir in a water bath and separate the protein - it will begin to coagulate when a higher temperature is reached.

It's amazing how versatile and at the same time unique product - kefir:

• Kefir mask is suitable for the care of any type of epidermis: dry, oily, combination and normal, mature and sensitive;
• For dry and sensitive skin, choose high-fat yogurt or replace it with fermented baked milk 4%, full-fat yogurt;
• To create a homemade mask, it is not necessary to take fresh kefir - A sour dairy product is also suitable;
• The mask based on this product has no contraindicationsif kefir is used in its pure form. When choosing additional components, it is worth considering their intolerance and the presence of allergies;
• Kefir mask is inexpensive and does not take much time to prepare it;
• You can use it every day, while pure kefir does not have to be washed off - leave it on the skin for the whole night, and you will see how your pores have shrunk;
• The composition of the kefir composition contains lactobacilli for youthful skin and high-quality pore cleansing, protein to restore the skin, acids to normalize cell function, vitamins B, C and E for the processes of cell metabolism and regeneration.

Kefir is a fermented milk drink rich in milk protein, low acid content and a complex of beneficial bacteria. As part of homemade masks, this product allows you to:

• Gently clean the surface of the face without injuring the epidermis, which is especially important for dry and sensitive dermis;
• Moisturize the skin well due to lactic acid and a complex of bacteria;
• Normalize the lipid-alkaline balance of the epidermis thanks to lactobacilli: kefir does not violate and restores the natural pH balance of the skin, which is especially important after washing;
• Lactobacilli in its composition eliminate bacteria from the surface of the dermis and pores, increase the protective function and cleanse the skin of sebum, dust;
• Amino acids in kefir soothe and moisturize the epidermis, they are necessary for the care of mature skin, as they are able to neutralize the formation of free radicals;
• Components of kefir have bleaching properties, so the product will be relevant for problem skin with post-acne or age-related pigmentation. Masks based on a sour-milk drink even out the overall tone of the face and are used to lighten the skin;
• For oily skin, kefir is especially useful, since the component acts as an antiseptic and well cleanses the surface of the face, normalizes the lipid balance of the skin by adjusting the pH level;
• Kefir perfectly fights aging skin due to the content of biotin in it - a component that tightens the dermis and makes it velvety, amino acids that enhance the regeneration of collagen and elastin;
• Kefir contains irreplaceable vitamin C - Antioxidant and protective component for the skin. Citric acid in combination with vitamin E have a lifting effect, fight pigmentation, staging, inflammation and uneven texture of the face.

Kefir-based masks have several proven recipes aimed at cleansing the epidermis, moisturizing and nourishing it, soothing and combating uneven complexion, wilting and aging.

It is based on pure kefir - use it as a tonic and apply on a previously cleansed face every other day or every day. Such a kefir mask is incredibly easy to use and does not require preparation, the composition will allow you to clean and moisturize even sensitive dermis well.

To get rid of blackheads and enlarged pores, uneven complexion and other problems of oily and combination dermis, the following recipe will help: mix kefir and fresh lemon juice in proportions of 2: 1, vegetable oil and a little edible or sea salt - it will act as an abrasive element to remove the keratinized layer of cells. In the same mask, you can add a little oatmeal or wheat flour to get a thick consistency and additional skin nutrition.

A mask of hercules and kefir will deeply cleanse the pores and is suitable for use with a problematic, oily type of epidermis. Grind a glass of oatmeal in a blender or pre-brew them in water to obtain a homogeneous gruel, add kefir so that the mixture resembles non-liquid sour cream. Apply the composition on the skin with rubbing movements and leave for 20-30 minutes, remove the remnants of the product later with warm water.

A mixture of soda and kefir - an excellent cleansing mask-scrub for the skin, for the preparation of which you will need kefir and starch in the amount of a couple of tablespoons, 1/4 part of soda. Mix the components together and apply the resulting composition on the face, paying special attention to the T-zone.

The composition of parsley allows you to even out skin tone and get rid of pigmented formations.: finely chop the parsley, crush it with a knife or fork to obtain a gruel consistency.Rub the cucumber on a fine grater, mix it with herbs and add a little kefir, again, “by eye” to get a non-liquid mask. The exposure time of the composition usually does not exceed 20 minutes.

A mask with glycerin will moisturize the epidermis well.. Its simplest recipe is a mixture of kefir and a solution of glycerin in equal amounts, if possible, egg white, a teaspoon of honey or heavy cream can be added to the composition. In this case, the fat content of kefir should be as high as possible.

Spread the resulting mixture on the face, avoiding the eye area, and leave it for 20 minutes, then rinse with warm water.

Kefir mask is unpretentious in preparation and use: it can be used at least every day and even left overnight without negative consequences for the skin. The simplest use of a kefir mask is based on using pure kefir and applying it to a previously cleansed and slightly steamed (if desired) face, it is recommended to keep the composition for about 20 minutes. You can wash off the kefir mask with plain tap or boiled water, tonic or micellar water.

The use of a kefir mask is regulated by a few simple rules that will help achieve the desired and quick result:

• It is recommended to apply a kefir mask on a previously cleansed face. - you can use a scrub or light home peeling to achieve a greater effect;
• The face can be steamed - breathe for 5-10 minutes over a pot with a decoction of herbs and then apply the kefir composition to the skin;
• It is recommended to keep the kefir mask for about 20 minutes;
• It is recommended to wash off the composition with plain water, after removing the mask, rinse your face with cool water;
• After completing the procedure, pat your face dry with a towel. and be sure to use a moisturizer, no matter how nourishing the mask is;
• Kefir is combined with almost all known ingredients: lemon juice, vegetable oil, egg. To choose "your care", determine the type of skin and its problems, and then choose the products that are most suitable for the needs of the epidermis.

Such a night mask will get rid of enlarged pores and treacherous oily sheen, cope with black dots and give the face a natural healthy glow. The combination of kefir and other components allows you to create care for problematic, aging, oily or dry skin; when choosing additional ingredients, it is important to ensure their safety in advance: test for an allergic reaction on the crook of the elbow before using the composition on the face.

How to prepare a face mask from kefir, see this video.

A lot has been written about the kefir mask. Some women use the product in the fight against pigmentation, others to get rid of acne. Pure kefir is often used in home care because women note the availability and cheapness of the product, its pleasant texture and the absence of a pronounced aroma. Some ladies use a kefir mask every day for a month - this helps them get rid of postpartum pigmentation and significantly reduce facial wrinkles.

Young girls use a mixture of kefir and lemon to dry out inflammation and whiten unsightly acne marks, to normalize and even out the complexion. Lactic acid and lactobacilli in the composition normalize metabolic processes in cells, besides, cosmetologists recommend kefir masks for their clients instead of frequent and expensive trips to their office.

The effect of rejuvenation through a kefir mask is noticed by women of mature age: the daily use of kefir instead of a night cream and in combination with it for several months allowed not only to reduce enlarged pores and increased sebum secretion, but also to tighten the oval of the face without expensive creams.