Properties and recipes of masks of cranberries for the skin of the face

Growing cranberries in the harsh conditions of northern latitudes, cranberries appear on our table much less often than usual summer berries. Nevertheless, this sour berry is considered to be the source of a huge amount of micronutrients, vitamins and antioxidants useful for health and beauty. In the cold winter, it will strengthen immunity and help cope with colds, and the face mask of cranberries will be pleased with the quick effect.

. Application of cranberries in cosmetology.

. In industrial cosmetics, as a rule, cranberry oil is used, although not often. This is a rare, and therefore expensive, oil, so it is added to intensive means to quickly solve a particular problem. In such cases, the oil content can reach up to 50% of the total volume of the product. Quality cranberry oil - unrefined, obtained by the method of cold pressing - almost completely preserves the useful properties and components of berries from which it was made.

Cranberry oil can differ in smell or color, depending on where and in what conditions the berries grew, but its useful properties are always the same. Cosmetologists appreciate this remedy for the unique balance of Omega 3, 6 and 9 fatty acids, which are supplemented by a shocking amount of antioxidants and vitamins.



In folk and home cosmetology, berries are more often used than butter, because the latter is quite expensive. Cranberries are valued for activity - you can get the first results almost instantly. Redness and irritation disappear right before your eyes, and with regular application, you can solve several problems at once, among them:

• dryness, peeling;
• dehydration;
• skin coarsening;
• problem skin, prone to acne, acne, rash;
• brittleness, stratification of nails;
• loss of eyelashes.

Cranberry is very rich in vitamins and nutrients, which it generously shares with the skin. This is an excellent nutrient for mature or tired skin, which actively removes the effects of vitamin deficiency. The skin again acquires a healthy shining appearance, the complexion is leveled and a healthy blush appears. Also, the cranberry has the ability to whiten the skin, which will be an essential help in the fight against age spots and freckles.

Another area of ​​application of cranberries in cosmetology is the care for oily skin. Masks and lotions from cranberry or its juice quickly narrow the pores, cleanse the skin and remove the unpleasant greasy shine, which causes a lot of inconvenience to owners of this type of skin. At the same time, the skin does not overdry, as the cranberry perfectly moisturizes it and restores the normal water balance.

With a thick type of skin, acne and acne become one of the permanent problems, which require special care. Regular masks from cranberries will help here, too, since it has a rather strong antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect.

Cranberry cosmetics for hair are no less useful, especially in case of oily scalp. The juice and flesh of these berries in shampoos, masks or hair lotions will help not only to strengthen them, but they will also return a healthy radiant appearance, nourish with vitamins, add volume and normalize the production of sebum.

In addition to all of the above, very effective funds from cranberries to strengthen and accelerate the growth of eyelashes, to combat the fragility of nails and care cuticles. They help restore dry, rough or damaged skin to its natural beauty and health.

Advantages of cranberry face masks

The high efficiency of facial masks from cranberry berries is due primarily to their rich chemical composition. The sour taste of this berry is caused by a huge amount of vitamin C, which in it is not less than in citrus. It helps restore collagen fibers in skin cells, strengthens blood vessels, triggers skin regeneration and increases its immunity. In addition, the cranberry is rich:

• vitamin A, which softens the skin;
• its predecessor, beta-carotene, which acts as a natural UV filter that protects the skin from harmful radiation;
• vitamin E, which is considered one of the strongest natural antioxidants, and besides, it is a powerful natural preservative. It provides a rejuvenating effect of masks, increasing the elasticity of the skin and stimulating the production of collagen;
• group B vitamins. They are responsible for moistening and cleansing the skin, its recovery and purification under various inflammatory processes;
• vitamin PP, which also helps to cope with rashes and acne, and also soothes itching and irritation.

A lot of trace elements can be found in the composition of cranberries. Iodine improves elasticity and elasticity of the skin, potassium improves cellular metabolism, stimulates the appearance of young cells, and magnesium helps to eliminate the effects of stress. In addition, the cranberry contains lignan - a vegetable analogue of estrogen, which helps slow the aging process of the skin and helps to restore it.

The cranberry-containing fatty acids easily penetrate the skin without making it heavier. They remove inflammation, help heal small wounds and scratches, burns, tone up the skin. In addition to fatty acids, are present in berries and organic - lemon and apple. The first has a tightening effect, whitens the skin and works as a light chemical peeling. The second - promotes the healing of lesions, has an antiseptic effect.

All these components allow masks from cranberries to cope with a fairly wide range of problems and tasks:

• peeling, elimination of dead cells;
• stimulation of metabolism;
• increased collagen production;
• acne;
• peeling, dryness, irritation;
• healing of wounds, cuts, burns;
• nutrition, moisturizing, toning;
• skin lightening;
• elimination of fine wrinkles.

Useful face masks from cranberries will be for any type of skin, but the most effective they will be for owners of mature, oily or problem skin.

Contraindications

As a natural remedy, cranberries can provoke an allergic reaction in case of individual intolerance to one of its components. Especially cautious with it should be those who are prone to allergies to citrus fruits, since cranberries are also very rich in ascorbic acid.

To make sure that the mask of these berries can be used, it is advisable to conduct an allergy test in advance. To do this, a small amount of the product( diluted with a prescription of juice, mashed pulp or a ready mask) should be applied to the inner side of the wrist or to the elbow bend and leave for 15 minutes. If the redness, irritation or itching does not appear in this place for a day, then the remedy can be used. If the reaction is weak, you can try to reduce the amount of cranberries in the product and conduct another test.

Home recipes for masks with cranberries

In home cosmetology cranberries can be used both in fresh and frozen form. Ice cream is much easier to find, and it does not lose its useful properties when frozen.

Important! Cranberry juice is very poorly washed, so for the time of cosmetic procedures it is better to dress old clothes or take care of its protection.

The simplest version of the cranberry mask is mashed gruel. It is applied in a pure form to the face and left for 15 minutes, after which it is washed off with ordinary warm water. The skin must first be cleaned with the usual means, and after the mask it is desirable to apply a suitable moisturizer.

To get a more noticeable and lasting result, such a mask is made by a course of 10-15 repetitions, making a break between each mask in 1 day.

Mask against acne

When you see acne on the face in the form of small pink pimples a good solution is a daily mask of cranberry juice. It is easy to cook, the mask contains only juice and water. The only difficulty is the need to prepare freshly squeezed juice for each portion of the mask. In the first few sessions, the juice is diluted with water in a proportion of 1 to 3. Then the juice concentration is gradually increased, from 1 to 2 in a few days to 1 to 1 near the end of the course. The course lasts until the problem disappears completely.

Mask on the face is applied with the help of gauze, folded in several additions and moistened in diluted juice. The duration of the procedure is 60 minutes. During this time, gauze can dry several times, it should be wetted again in juice and returned to the face.

Cranberry lotion

Daily lotion for oily skin can be made from lemon with cranberry juice. To do this, the lemon should be grated on a fine grater and pour a glass of vodka. The mixture is insisted for a week in a dark place. After seven days, it is filtered, a glass of freshly squeezed cranberry juice and half a cup of boiled cold water are added. All is well mixed, then add a tablespoon of glycerin and mix again. You can use lotion every evening, before going to bed, without forgetting to apply a suitable moisturizer after it.

Universal mask for any skin

Despite the fact that cranberries are more often used for oily or mature skin, the mask will be useful for all types. If you apply this mask 2-3 times a week for 2 months, you can notice how the skin becomes softer, fresher, acquires elasticity and radiance.



In a bowl, mix a teaspoon of cranberry juice with two teaspoons of fresh sour cream and yolk until smooth. The mask is applied to the cleansed skin, and after 20 minutes it is washed off with water. The final stage is a suitable moisturizing cream. To improve the result, after the mask, before the cream, you can make a compress of green tea.

Recommendation! To prepare masks, use a ceramic or glass bowl.

For dry skin

Cranberry perfectly moisturizes the skin, restores its barrier function and retains moisture well. Therefore, masks with cranberries will be useful and possessor of dry skin. They will provide full nutrition for the cells, sufficient moisturizing and eliminate unpleasant symptoms - peeling and a feeling of tightness.

To prepare the mask, you need to grind 2 teaspoons of berries with egg yolk of one egg, add a teaspoon of cream or sour cream. The mask is kept on the skin for 10 minutes, then it is washed off with water.

Anti-aging mask

Cranberry masks are very effective in combating the first signs of aging. They smooth fine wrinkles, tone the skin, smooth the complexion and restore the elasticity of the skin.

A tablespoon of berries are ground with a teaspoon of cranberry juice, then add a tablespoon of liquid honey to the mixture. In a separate container stir a half-spoonful of white clay in a teaspoon of yogurt( without any additives).When the lumps are mixed and the mixture becomes homogeneous, it is mixed with the cranberry-honey part and applied to the face for 10-15 minutes. This mask will serve as a gentle peeling, moisturize, tone, tighten the skin.

Options for cooking facial masks from cranberries - a great variety. It gives a huge scope for creativity, because this berry can be used and "solo", and in combination with other useful ingredients. By adding different fruits or active ingredients to the mask, you can get the perfect recipe for each specific case.