Chamomile-based facial cosmetics

Chamomile, which is familiar to all of us and even very beloved, is the bearer of a unique ability to treat a number of skin diseases, only with the help of the natural elements present in it. And many people don’t even know whether it’s possible to wipe their face with chamomile and whether it has any benefits for them.

A decoction of this flower, which many have known since early childhood, is capable of conveying all its naturalness and tenderness to the skin of our face. A properly prepared chamomile infusion for the face will bring calm, rejuvenation, relieve inflammation and whiten the necessary areas of the skin, as well as muffle allergies and moisturize. The main secret of such a wide range of effects undoubtedly lies in the components of the infusion.

Composition and beneficial properties

Plant composition:

1. Vitamin A (carotene). Makes skin elastic and silky.
2. Sesquiterpene hydrocarbons. Protect the epidermis from harmful environmental influences.
3. Flavonoids. UV protection.
4. Organic acids. Moisturize, whiten, rejuvenate and protect. Caprylic acid helps relax facial muscles and has an antiseptic effect.
5. Sesquiterpene alcohols. Gives skin radiance.
6. Azulene. Relieves acne and inflammation.
7. Hamazulene. Contained in oil and decoction of the plant. It has anti-allergenic, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
8. Choline. Stimulates metabolic processes and has a healing effect.
9. Coumarin. Restores the elasticity of the epidermis.
10. Polysaccharides. Maintains water balance and forms a protective screen.
11. Sitosterol. Provides oxygen access to cells.

Thanks to its valuable composition, chamomile is an effective remedy for facial skin in cosmetology.

Contraindications

The use of the plant is prohibited in the following cases:

• individual intolerance to the components included in the composition;
• rosacea of ​​the face (do not use ice);
• extensive inflammation of the face;
• dermatological diseases;
• recent facial surgery and aggressive cosmetic procedures;
• asthma, high fever, cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases (baths are contraindicated).

To prevent undesirable consequences, it is recommended to conduct a sensitivity test before the first use of the product. The composition is applied to a small area of ​​skin (elbow) for 150-20 minutes. In the absence of negative symptoms, the product can be used.

Methods of application

The plant can be purchased at a pharmacy or prepared independently. Flowers should be washed and dried. They are used both fresh and dry. In the pharmacy it is presented in the form of a powder or herbal mixture, which are available without a prescription. To prepare the products, you need to know the correct technology and possible contraindications.

Washing

A decoction or infusion helps relieve inflammation and improve complexion. To achieve the desired result, it is recommended to repeat the procedure daily, 2 times a day. In the morning the product should be cool, in the evening – warm. After washing, it is not recommended to dry the skin. Just blot it with a napkin.

To prepare the cleansing gel you will need the following ingredients:

• dry pharmaceutical chamomile - 2 tbsp. l.;
• calendula - 2 tbsp. l.;
• parsley - 4 branches;
• fresh honey - 1 tsp;
• milk - 200 ml.

Cooking technology:

1. Finely chop the parsley and grind with dry herbs.
2. Bring milk to a boil.
3. Add the herb mixture and simmer over low heat for half an hour.
4. Let the milk steep (2-3 hours).
5. Strain, add honey and mix thoroughly.

Shelf life is 4 days (refrigerated).

Decoction

There are several recipes:

1. Hot method. Pour the raw material (1 tablespoon) with water (250 ml) and place in a water bath. After 15 minutes, remove from heat and let it brew. Squeeze out the broth and strain. Bring boiled water to the required volume (1 cup).
2. Cold way. Pour the raw materials (1 tbsp) with cold water (1 glass). Bring to a boil, keep on low heat for 3 minutes. Let it brew, strain and bring to a volume of 1 glass. In this case, the decoction is more concentrated.
3. Pour boiling milk (½ l) over flowers (1 glass). Close the container with a lid and leave to steep for several hours. Strain the mixture and put it in the refrigerator. This decoction is suitable for regularly wiping the face. It is most beneficial for dry skin.

For those with oily skin, it is recommended to increase the infusion time to 2 days. During this time, the milk will sour, making the composition more nutritious. Chamomile decoction is used for lotions, lotions and compresses.

Infusion

Cooking technology:

1. Pour boiling water (1 cup) over flowers (50 g).
2. Cover the container with a lid and let it brew for an hour.
3. The resulting infusion should be strained before use.
4. Moisten a cotton swab and run along all massage lines of the face, removing as much dirt as possible.

After completing the procedure, it is recommended to wipe the skin with ice. Exposure to cold improves blood circulation, improves tone, refreshes and improves complexion.

Tincture

Ingredients for preparing the product:

• flowers - 50 g;
• vodka, alcohol or moonshine - 500 ml.

Pour the flowers with alcohol and place them in a dark place for 2 weeks. The liquid should be shaken regularly. Store the finished product in the refrigerator. It is recommended to wipe only problem areas.

Scrub

Ingredients:

• flowers remaining after straining the broth;
• dry ground coffee.

The ingredients are mixed in equal quantities. The facial cleanser can be used weekly. This scrub is especially useful for oily skin.

Steam bath

Freshly prepared decoction is used to steam the face. The liquid is poured into a wide container, over which it is convenient to bend. You should throw a bath towel on top so that it hides both your head and the container. Keep your face no closer than 20 cm from the surface of the liquid. The effect of the sauna ends when the steam disappears. At the end of the procedure, the face is rinsed with cool water and dried with a napkin. For maximum effect, you can use a scrub to remove dead cells.

Compress

Ingredients:

• dried chamomile flowers - 15 g;
• water - 45 ml;
• bergamot essential oil.

Cooking technology:

1. Combine the herb with water and place on low heat for half an hour.
2. Strain and add oil without waiting for the mixture to cool.
3. Place a thin towel in a hot broth (+50...+60°C) and place it on your face for 10 minutes.

After completing the procedure, you can apply a nourishing cream or mask to your steamed face. This compress is suitable for problem skin, as it relieves puffiness and removes antioxidants and toxins.

Lotion

Ingredients:

• chamomile - 2 filter bags;
• vodka - 1 tbsp. l.

Recipe:

1. Brew filter bags with boiling water.
2. Let the tea cool.
3. Pour the liquid into a glass container with a lid, add vodka.

Use the product to wipe your face in the morning and before bed. The lotion relieves pimples, acne and inflammation.

Cosmetic ice

The decoction is also used frozen. It should be poured into ice cube trays and frozen in the freezer. The healing properties of the plant, together with cold, strengthen blood vessels, increasing the speed of blood flow and improving the elasticity of the epidermis. Ice is recommended for women over 25 years of age.

The following ingredients are required:

• chamomile flowers - 22 g;
• water - 100 ml;
• cocoa butter - 19 drops.

Cooking technology:

1. Combine flowers with water and put on fire.
2. Keep on low heat for 3 minutes.
3. Let it brew.
4. Strain and add oil.

Ice is used to remove makeup. The face is rubbed with slow movements along the massage lines (the skin in the eyelid area is rubbed counterclockwise). After the procedure, a moisturizing gel is applied to the face. It is recommended to use ice 2 to 3 times a day. The first result will appear within a week of using this product.

Lotions

Decoctions and infusions are used for lotions. The skin is first steamed by throwing a handful of dried flowers into boiling water. This procedure will help open the pores for more effective facial cleansing. Lotions are good for oily skin, as they help get rid of blackheads and blackheads. The procedures help get rid of itching, the consequences of insect bites, and the skin will become lighter.

Moisten a napkin folded in several layers in warm broth, squeeze it lightly and apply it to the face, making slits for the eyes, nose and mouth. The duration of exposure is 20 minutes to half an hour. After removing the lotions, you should not wash your face. In the first week, the procedure is carried out daily, then every other day. On other days, morning and evening, you should wipe your face with the decoction. Good results are observed after completing a course lasting 1 month or more.

Warm lotions improve blood circulation, expand and cleanse pores, while cold lotions have a tonic effect. You can do up to 5 procedures per day.

Face cream

Compound:

• distilled water - 1 glass;
• chicken yolk - 1 pc.;
• chamomile flowers - 30 g;
• almond, apricot and butter - 1 tbsp. l.;
• glycerin, camphor oil and honey - 5 ml each.

Recipe for chamomile cream:

1. Pour cold water over the flowers, boil and cool.
2. Heat all types of oils in a water bath and add to the liquid.
3. Add the remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly.

This cream is suitable for dry skin. It can be used both in summer and in cold weather. The finished product should be stored in the refrigerator and should be reheated before use.

Tonic

The following ingredients are required:

• dried flowers - 2 tsp;
• hot water - 1 glass.

Pour hot water over the flowers and let it brew for half an hour. Strain the liquid and cover with a lid. Wipe your face with the prepared product 2 times a day.

Chamomile tea

Cooking methods:

1. Fill the chamomile filter bags with hot water.
2. Pour hot water over the dry herb, let it brew and strain.

An iced tea compress is used to relieve eye irritation and also in the treatment of conjunctivitis. During pregnancy, tea helps relieve nausea. This remedy is also beneficial when used internally. Tea serves as a preventative measure against acne and normalizes metabolic processes in the body. As a result, the functioning of the digestive system is improved.

The drink helps remove toxins from the body and increases the body's protective functions, which has a beneficial effect on the condition of the epidermis. Directions for use: diluted instead of tea. To get rid of acne, it is recommended to drink the drink on an empty stomach.

Essential oil

Essential oil is obtained by processing the inflorescences. To prepare 1 liter of product you will need about 200 kg of raw materials. Product properties:

• relieving inflammation;
• relaxation of the facial muscles, due to which wrinkles are smoothed out;
• whitening effect, getting rid of freckles.

The extract helps to activate metabolic processes occurring in the cells of the epidermis.

Chamomile steam baths

An excellent assistant in deep cleansing is steam. It will open pores, eliminate flaking, and prepare the skin for peeling, but it is not suitable for everyone. If you have dry skin, use steam baths with caution. If there are blood vessels close to the surface of the skin, pimples with pus, or skin infections, they are not recommended. In a water bath for problem skin with chamomile, you can add a few drops of natural antiseptics: celandine or tea tree.

Chamomile baths

Chamomile masks

Features of using masks:

• the product is applied to cleansed skin;
• the composition should be kept for 20–30 minutes;
• It is more convenient to grind dry herbs in your hands; it is recommended to chop fresh plants in a blender or with a knife;
• When harvesting plants yourself, you should take environmental factors into account (do not collect near roads and enterprises);
• infusion, decoction and ice are prepared using clean water (you can take mineral or boiled water);
• wash with water at room temperature, then rinse the skin with chamomile infusion;
• It is recommended to take breaks of 2–3 months between courses;
• decoctions have a short shelf life, so you should not prepare them for future use;
• to achieve maximum effect, it is recommended to repeat the procedure at least once a week;
• When applying the product, you should avoid the area around the eyes, as the skin in this area is too sensitive.

To prepare the scrub, crushed coffee beans are added to the mask.

For dry skin

To prepare a mask from a decoction of medicinal herbs, you will need to make a herbal mixture:

• chamomile;
• Linden blossom;
• rose petals;
• peppermint.

To prepare the collection you will need 2 tbsp. l. each type of grass. For one-time use, 2 tbsp is enough. l. dry mixture. Pour the collection with a glass of water and place in a water bath for 15 minutes. It is recommended to strain the broth and let it cool.

Directions for use: soak gauze in the broth and apply to face for 15 minutes.

For oily skin

Ingredients:

• grape wine - 1 glass;
• dry chamomile - 3 tbsp. l.;
• salicylic alcohol - 1 tsp.

Combine all components and let brew for 5 days. After the specified time, the composition should be filtered. Soak a napkin or gauze folded in several layers in the resulting product and place it on the face. The duration of exposure is about 5 minutes. To tighten pores and get rid of oily shine, it is recommended to repeat the procedure for 10 days in a row.

For acne

Mask recipes:

1. Beat an egg (1 pc.) until foamy. Add strained chamomile decoction (100 ml) and lemon juice (a few drops). Apply the product to your face, rinse with cold water after 20 minutes. Frequency of use: 1 time per week. The product relieves inflammation and dries the skin.
2. Add a little black bread and honey (1 tbsp) to the warm chamomile decoction. Leave for 15 minutes. Strain, wet the cloth, apply to face for 20 minutes. The product has a tonic effect due to the penetration of nutrients into the deep layers of the epidermis. To completely get rid of acne, it is recommended to repeat the procedure daily for 2 weeks.
3. Prepare chamomile infusion by pouring boiling water (1 cup) over the flowers (2 tablespoons). After half an hour, strain the liquid and add chopped oatmeal (½ cup). Mix thoroughly and leave to infuse for 5 minutes. After the flakes swell, massage the product onto your face. After half an hour, the composition can be washed off with warm water and cream applied.

Thanks to its regenerating and antimicrobial effects, chamomile helps get rid of post-acne.

From blackheads

Linen mask recipe:

• flaxseeds - 1 tbsp. l.;
• chilled chamomile infusion - ½ cup.

Preparation:

1. Grind the seeds and add to the broth.
2. Stir and let sit so the seeds have time to swell.
3. Apply the composition to prepared facial skin.
4. After ¼ hour, rinse with warm water.

This product allows you to improve your skin condition in a short time.

For wrinkles

Ingredients:

• blue cosmetic clay powder - 2 tsp;
• aloe juice - 1 tsp;
• honey - 1 tsp;
• chamomile decoction.

Cooking steps:

1. Dilute the clay with the broth to the consistency of thick sour cream.
2. Add remaining ingredients and stir.
3. Apply the composition to prepared skin and leave for 15 minutes.
4. Wash with cool water and rinse your face with chamomile infusion.

The mask gives a tightening, brightening and toning effect.

Chamomile ice

Not only chamomile prepared as an infusion for the face has a healing effect on any skin. Ice, reviews of which are always positive, is also an excellent care product. It is easy to prepare ice cubes from chamomile infusions or decoctions by freezing the decoction in special cells. You can wipe your face with ice 2-3 times a day. The results of the procedures will become visible after a few days. Ice with chamomile for the face rejuvenates, moisturizes and tones. It has a beneficial effect on skin of all types, restoring its elasticity and firmness. Ice refreshes normal skin and softens dry skin.

Reviews

Natalya, 38 years old, Nizhny Novgorod: “Every day I wipe my skin with a decoction. Got rid of acne and inflammation. Sometimes I add other herbs. To enhance the effect, I apply cream to damp skin.”

Tatyana, 41 years old, Perm: “Every morning and evening I prepare a decoction of dried flowers and wash my face with it. The product tightens pores and the skin looks healthier. The composition helps get rid of acne spots and creates a rejuvenating effect.”

Alexandra, 19 years old, Moscow: “I fought acne in different ways, even cleaned it with a laser. Rubbing with chamomile infusion helped solve the problem. My face became clear, not only acne disappeared, but also blackheads.”

Lyudmila, 30 years old, Yaroslavl: “I often wipe my face with a herbal decoction. The skin becomes soft, inflammation disappears. Chamomile helps get rid of minor rashes in children.”

Complex decoctions

A chamomile decoction for facial acne can also be prepared with the addition of other herbal ingredients that have beneficial properties for the skin - mint, green tea. It’s not difficult to prepare a chamomile decoction for the face, adding the refreshing minty properties and healing properties of tea:

1. For 1 cup of boiling water add 1 tbsp. l. a mixture of chamomile flowers, green tea leaves, mint.
2. Bring to a boil. Cool. Strain.

You can wipe your face with this chamomile decoction and make ice from it. Chamomile decoction lotions with the specified composition will help improve blood circulation and effectively cleanse pores during mechanical cleansing of the face. This type of decoction will be especially effective for people with oily and combination skin types.