Hello dear readers. All right, now we can safely say that summer has begun. Summer is a wonderful time of the year. Summer gives us so many berries, fruits and aromatic herbs. Today I want to talk about peppermint. I love mint tea, I use mint for my hair and face. Parents have mint and lemon balm growing in the garden. We dry mint, and in winter we brew mint tea. We use mint all year round. Fresh in summer and dried in winter. Mint is also widely used in cooking and folk medicine... After all, mint not only conquered everyone with its aroma, but also with its medicinal properties. The plant is fragrant and healthy. Today I want to tell you how to use mint in cosmetology. Decoctions, infusions and tinctures can be prepared from this plant. As well as mint face masks. I really like to use natural remedies in my personal care.

If you are curious about medicinal properties peppermint, about its use for health and contraindications, you can find out all the information on this topic in the article ““.

Collection and preparation of mint.

With regard to the collection and preparation of the plant. Of course, it's better to prepare the mint yourself. It is sold fresh on the market. If mint grows in the country or in the garden, all the more you can prepare the mint yourself.

Now dry mint can be purchased at the pharmacy or from herbalists. But if there is such an opportunity, then it is better to prepare it ourselves in order to be sure of the quality of raw materials. So, if you decide to harvest mint, then the best harvesting time is before the plant blooms. This period falls roughly in June and July. Mint is usually cut with a knife or scissors, which is more convenient.

Dry the plant in the shade, in a well-ventilated area, or under a canopy. On hot days, mint dries very quickly. When the leaves and twigs of the mint crumble, the plant has dried up. We collect mint in glass jars or in a cotton bag.

Mint for the face. Benefit

Face mint can be used both fresh and dried. In summer it can be fresh, and in autumn and winter it can be dry. From mint, you can make excellent masks, infusions, decoctions and cosmetic ice for wiping your face. You can prepare a decoction for washing from fresh and aromatic mint leaves.

The largest amount of nutrients and vitamins is found in mint leaves. Mint contains vitamins C, A, B9 PP, B6, B1, in addition to vitamins, mint contains essential oils, bitter, tannins, sugar, phytoncides.

• Vitamin C strengthens blood vessels and tissues.
• Vitamin A takes part in the growth of new skin cells, slows down the aging process, and normalizes metabolic processes.
• Vitamin B9 is essential for the creation of new skin cells. This vitamin slows down the aging process of skin cells.
• Mint perfectly tones the face, relieves inflammation and irritation on the skin.
• Mint helps to smooth out wrinkles and remove signs of fatigue.
• In addition, mint cleanses the skin and normalizes the sebaceous glands. Therefore, in the care of oily and combination skin - mint is just a godsend.

If you haven’t used facial mint yet, I recommend giving it a try. If you do not have allergies, individual plant intolerance, then the result from the use of mint will only delight you.

Rules for using mint for the face

In order for mint preparations to have good effect, you need to take into account some recommendations for using mint for the face.

1. Remember that mint, like any other medicinal plant, can cause irritation or allergies. Therefore, test a spearmint remedy or a wrist mask. And then apply to your face.
2. I also want to say that you need to use fresh mint to prepare the mask. But for infusions and decoctions, dried is suitable.
3. Wash off the masks with warm water, after applying a decoction or infusion for the face, you do not need to wash off anything.
4. Apply masks to cleansed face.
5. Face masks should be no more than 15 minutes.
6. Facial mint can be applied once a week. Use twice a week if needed.

Mint infusion for face skin

Mint infusion is very easy to prepare. The first thing we need is mint. You can prepare the infusion from fresh and dry mint. I recently prepared an infusion. From fresh mint, it turns out to be light green and very aromatic. Pour 250 ml of about a tablespoon of mint leaves. boiling water, insist in a sealed container. I usually insist about 20 minutes. I filter the infusion.

With this infusion, you can wipe your face. You can wipe your face with a cotton pad, which must first be moistened in the infusion. The infusion refreshes, invigorates, relieves irritation, inflammation, traces of fatigue.

Mint ice cubes

To make ice cubes from mint, just make an infusion. How to prepare the infusion, see above. The infusion must be cooled and be sure to strain. Pour the cooled infusion into ice cube trays and place in the freezer.

Ice mint is used to rub the face and neck. When rubbing your face with ice cubes, do not stay long on one area of ​​the skin. Rub the face with light and sliding movements. Such rubbing tones, cleanses, refreshes the skin, which is important on a hot summer day. Try it, I think you will like the procedure.

Mint decoction

Mint decoction is very simple to prepare. Pour a spoonful of mint leaves with a glass of water and put on low heat. Boil for 10 minutes, insist for another 10 minutes. Strain and bring to the original volume with cooled boiled water. The broth, like the infusion, is used to wipe the face, it can be used to prepare masks.

Mint masks for face skin

Use fresh mint for masks. The season has already begun, so in the summer you can enjoy the gifts of nature. Moreover, fresh berries and other ingredients can be added to the masks.

Mint mask for oily and combination skin

• 1/3 part fresh cucumber
• 12 mint leaves
• a spoon lemon juice

Peppermint masks are very effective and have a really positive effect on the skin. The mask is very useful for oily skin, helps to tighten pores, remove oily shine from the face, and prevent inflammation.

To prepare the mask, we need fresh mint leaves. Twelve fresh mint leaves. Grind very finely. Three on a grater 1/3 of a fresh cucumber and mix with mint. Add a spoonful of lemon juice. Apply the mask to the face.

I want to note the excellent effect of the fresh cucumber masks. Personally, I really love doing. Now the season of cucumbers begins, try the masks, I think you will be happy with the effect. Moreover, this product does not cause allergies.

Vitamin mask from berries and mint

• 12 mint leaves
• 1 teaspoon honey
• a couple of medium-sized strawberries (strawberries can be used)

Grind the mint, grind the strawberries or strawberries, put everything together. Mix with natural honey. We already have strawberries and strawberries, so you can safely make such a mask. And we have already purchased honey this year.

I like this mask, it is very easy to prepare, and the result is wonderful. With the arrival of fresh strawberries, I try to make myself a mask. If you are interested in even more recipes for strawberry masks, then I recommend you the article "". You will learn how strawberries are useful for the face and what vitamins it contains, how to make and apply masks.

What could be better natural products for the masks given to us by nature. I love summer for its generosity, for the aroma of ripe, juicy berries.

Nourishing mint face mask

• 12 fresh mint leaves
• yolk
• sour cream

Finely chop the mint leaves, combine with the yolk with sour cream. If there is no sour cream, replace it with fresh cream. It is better to use village eggs for the mask, as well as sour cream. If you buy sour cream in a store, take at least 20% fat.

Mix the mask in a bowl and apply it to a previously cleansed face. You can wash with mint infusion. It is more convenient to remove the mask from the face with a sponge. After you remove the mask, wash with mint infusion.

I hope you liked the recipes for mint masks. I think that you have taken some of the recipes into the piggy bank. Also write, please, do you make face masks, do you make cosmetic ice, do you use decoctions and infusions of mint for the face?

Pleasant aroma and cooling taste are just some of the benefits of this plant. Mint is successfully used in cosmetology, enriching tonics, creams, masks and other caring products with it.

Benefits of mint for facial skin

One of the important benefits is the presence of essential oil in it. It has a bactericidal effect, relieves dermatitis, relieves itching, tightens pores, refreshes the skin, helps to cope with acne... Mint-based remedies are effective for sunburn. They bring particular benefit to owners of oily and problem skin prone to inflammation. Mint helps to even out the complexion, relieves pigmentation, brightens the vascular network. Thanks to mint-based products, the skin gains elasticity, rejuvenates

Mint decoction for the face

The broth can be prepared from mint or from a collection of herbs. In the first case, brew the herb at the rate of 1 tbsp. for 1 tbsp. water and warm up for 10 minutes in a water bath. After cooling, strain the broth. Wipe your face 2-3 times a day.

Prepare the collection from, yarrow, sage and mint (1 tsp each of the herbs). Brew with a glass of boiling water. Next, prepare the broth as indicated in the first recipe.

Any broth can be used for relaxing compresses - for this, heat the liquid to 40-43 degrees, moisten gauze folded in several layers in it. The duration of the procedure is 5 minutes. A contraindication is the presence of a vascular network.

Another use is tonic cold compresses, the duration of the procedure should be 5-7 minutes.

Mint face toner

Prepare a double portion of the broth (2 tablespoons / 500 ml), add boric alcohol, alcohol tincture of calendula and Apple vinegar(1 tbsp each). Wipe your skin once or twice a day.

Mint face masks

1. Prepare a decoction according to the above recipes, measure 2 tablespoons. Connect it with cosmetic clay and 1 tsp. lemon juice (you should get gruel).

2. Combine the egg yolk with a spoonful of liquid honey. Chop mint leaves, measure out 1 tbsp. and add to the egg mixture.

Do the masks in courses - 15 sessions of 20 minutes twice a week are enough.

Masks, cosmetic oils and creams are prepared with the addition of EO. In order for the essential oil of peppermint to reveal all its benefits for the face, an emulsifier is needed (base oil, salt, sour cream, etc.).

1.1 tbsp Combine sour cream with 3 drops of mint essential oil, add a drop of sage, lavender, and yarrow essential oils. Thicken the sour cream with cosmetic clay (the rate is determined by the consistency).

2. Add to any cosmetic oil(jojoba, almond, grape seed, flaxseed, etc.) mix essential oils grapefruit, bergamot, lavender, mint (2 drops each for 30 ml of base oil).

Peppermint for acne on the face

Grind the ascorutin tablet, add 15 g of cocoa, mint essential oil (7 drops) and the right amount of green tea (you should get gruel).

Mint ice cubes for face

Brew 8 g of mint leaves in 40 ml of water. Combine 5 drops of almond oil with mint EO (5 drops) and with the cooled strained infusion. Freeze and rub your face in the morning.

When used correctly and regularly, mint for the face becomes a real salvation - the aromatic plant provides a complex effect on the skin. You can - in this case, you can use it at any time of the year.

Mint not only has a refreshing and tonic aroma, but also has healing properties. Frankly, I used to consider it only as a component of culinary dishes or drinks. Now I confess that I was wrong. Mint face masks for someone they will prove to be a real salvation, they are especially useful for those with oily skin.

Rejuvenating mint face mask

Option 1: Take 5-7 mint leaves and chop it finely. Then pour half a glass of cold water over the herb. Bring to a boil. Strain the mint broth through a strainer or cheesecloth, cool slightly and add 1 yolk and 2 tablespoons of cream to it.

Soak a napkin in the broth and apply it to your face. Leave it on for 20-25 minutes. Then rinse with cool water.

Option 2: Finely chop 5-7 mint leaves and cover with 2 cups of boiling water. Leave to brew for 20 minutes. Then strain the broth and add 1-3 tablespoons of starch to it. As a result, you should get a mass that resembles thick sour cream in consistency.

Apply it all over your face and leave it on for 15 minutes. Then wash your face and rub your face with a cube mint ice... The mask is recommended to be done twice a week for 2 months.

Mint mask for oily skin with enlarged pores

Oh, this oily skin. Even those with normal skin often suffer from the fact that in the T-zone, the skin begins to shine. If all of this is familiar to you, this mint face mask is for you.

Pour two tablespoons of chopped mint with a glass of boiling water. Let the broth brew for 30 minutes, strain and cool slightly. Pour the whipped protein into the mint water.

The mask is applied in 3-4 stages, letting each layer dry. When the last coat is dry, wash off with warm water. Repeat the mask a couple of times a week.

Toning face mask

An easy-to-make mint face mask is a real salvation in case you woke up and the view in the mirror does not please you. Take a couple of spoons of bioyogurt or kefir, mix them with a tablespoon of finely chopped mint leaves and a tablespoon of ground rolled oats. Apply to face and leave on for 5 minutes. Wash your face and enjoy the blooming sight.

It's a good idea to make some ice cubes using the mint water. When your skin looks tired and lifeless, do a light massage of your face with ice cubes and you will see that literally a blush appears in front of your eyes and seems to come to life.

Peppermint is known to many. And the fact that it refreshes and tones can be guessed by only one peculiarly pleasant smell of peppermint.

But how many have heard that mint has long been used in recipes home cosmetology? Menthol, contained in mint leaves, enhances blood circulation and strengthens blood vessels. And this alone means that it is quite advisable to care for our skin.

In addition, menthol has the ability to cleanse tissues from the accumulation of toxins in cells and normalize the functioning of the sebaceous glands. That is why mint is successfully used to care for oily / combination skin, and creams with mint extract are in demand in cosmetic stores.

Peppermint extract is also found in cosmetics, because it gives the lips a seductively fresh scent.

How can you use peppermint for skin care c. For this, peppercorns are mainly used.

The use of mint for skin care.

• Facial skin care with mint.

Mint lotion for oily / combination skin.

Mint effectively cleanses and tones the skin, therefore it is a quality product for the care of oily / combination skin.

For the preparation of mint lotion 2-3 tbsp. tablespoons of dry leaves of this herb are poured in 200 ml. hot water. Insist for 20-30 minutes, then filter. The prepared lotion is rubbed daily on the skin.

Mint leaf compress.

Enhances the effect in the form of a compress. The mint compress will not only have a tonic effect on the skin, but also help to cope with irritation and foci of inflammation on the face.

To prepare a compress, fresh mint leaves are poured with hot water. It takes a little water to completely cover the leaves. The broth is infused for 20-30 minutes. The softened leaves of myty are applied to the skin and covered with a napkin dipped in mint broth. Wash off the compress with cold water after 10-15 minutes.

This compress will help cope with inflammation and. The frequency of using mint compress is 1-2 times a week, a course of 5-7 procedures.

Mint lotion for aging skin.

Mint lotion can also be prepared for aging skin. Rubbing with this lotion will refresh the skin and smooth out fine wrinkles. For the preparation of lotion 2 tbsp. tablespoons of mint leaves are poured into 400 ml. hot water and simmer for 15-20 minutes. After 10 minutes, filter the broth and add 1 tbsp. a spoonful of lemon juice, a few mashed spoons and 2 tbsp. spoons of vodka. The lotion is insisted for a day, after which it is filtered again. Wipe your face daily.

Lotion to improve complexion.

With the help of mint, you can improve the complexion and restore its natural glow. To prepare such wellness broth 4 tbsp. tablespoons of dry mint herbs are poured into 200 ml. hot water and insist for 30 minutes. After the broth is filtered and 3 tbsp is added to it. spoons and 100 ml. decoction of parsley (3 tablespoons of parsley in 200 ml of hot water, boil for 8-10 minutes, filter). The broths are stirred and the prepared mixture is rubbed daily on the face.

• Caring for the skin around the eyes with mint.

You should prepare an infusion of mint (aka the lotion described above). Moisten a cotton swab in a cool infusion and apply to the eyes for 2-3 minutes. Such a compress soothes, refreshes the skin, prevents the appearance of the first wrinkles.

• Foot skin care with mint.

Rinsing the feet and legs with mint infusion prevents their excessive sweating and and diseases of fungal infections. In addition, such rinsing has a beneficial effect on the entire body, giving courage.

• Body care with mint.

Rubbing and rinsing with a weak infusion of mint, or infusion of mint, yarrow and St. John's wort perfectly tones and refreshes on a hot day and activates the body's immune forces.

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Today we will talk with you about mint. We are all familiar with the delicate and attractive aroma of mint leaves, which can be actively used not only for culinary purposes, but also for cosmetic purposes. Mint masks are really unique, they will help our skin to simply transform. How to collect, dry, brew mint correctly, about all useful properties and contraindications, I told on the blog in the article.

General recommendations for using mint masks for skin care at home.

Compliance with several simple rules the use of mint masks is essential for their high effectiveness.

• Before you start applying the mint mask to your face, you need to test it on your wrist. This is to make sure there is no allergic reaction to the mint itself.
• For mint masks, you can use both fresh and dry leaves. However, it should be said that masks made from fresh mint leaves will be more effective than dried ones.
• Before using mint masks, the skin must be cleansed and steamed.
• Any mint masks should be kept on the face for no more than 30 minutes.
• It is better to wash off medicinal mixtures from mint with warm water.
• It is recommended to use such masks twice a week.

Mint mask recipe for those with porous and oily skin.

This mask will help not only get rid of dead cells and oily sheen skin, but also to narrow the wide pores of the skin, thereby preventing their blockage and the appearance of various inflammatory subcutaneous processes.

Mask components:

1. Mint leaves - 10-15 pcs.;
2. Medium-sized cucumber - ½ pc.;
3. Lemon juice - 1 teaspoon;
4. Egg white - 1 pc.;
5. Apple juice - 1 teaspoon.

All of the above ingredients must be crushed and mixed using a blender or other appropriate handy means. Apply with smooth and light movements to the skin of the face, paying particular attention to those areas where the pores are larger and more visible.

Homemade mint mask for normal skin.

If you do not have any visible skin problems and would like to simply maintain its health and also regularly saturate it with various nutrients, then you should review and remember a very simple and healthy recipe Peppermint and chamomile face mask .

Mint.

If your skin begins to peel off and unpleasant tightening sensations appear, you need to start fighting its excessive dryness with the help of special mint masks.

Recipe number 1.

Mask components:

1. Mint leaves (dry or fresh) - 10-15 pcs.;
2. Water - 1 glass.

First, you need to grind the mint leaves, and then they must be filled with hot water and brought to a boil. The resulting broth is first cooled, filtered, and then used in the form of a mask-compress, i.e. pre-prepared material (flannel, gauze, etc.) soak in mint broth and apply to the face. You can even make multiple layers of mint-soaked fabric.

Recipe number 2.

Mask components:

1. Mint leaves (crushed) - 4 teaspoons;
2. Starch - 2 tsp;
3. Chamomile leaves (crushed) - 4 teaspoons;
4. Plantain leaves (crushed) - 4 teaspoons.

Mix the leaves of all the listed plants and brew in a glass with boiling water. Then you need to add starch to the brewed liquid and let it stand for five minutes. After that, it is necessary to drain all the liquid, and apply the remaining gruel to the face. This mint mask helps not only dry skin but also irritation-prone skin.

Nourishing mint masks with a rejuvenating effect.

Recipe number 1.

Mask components:

1. Water - 100 ml;
2. Egg yolk - 1 pc .;
3. Cream - 3 tsp.

Initially, you need to pour the mint with water and simmer it over the fire for about five minutes. Strain the broth, let cool and mix with cream and yolk. Mix everything thoroughly and apply to the skin.

Recipe number 2.

Mask components:

1. Mint leaves (crushed) - 1 teaspoon;
2. Honey - 4 teaspoons;
3. Strawberries (fresh berries) - 4 pcs.;
4. Starch - 1 tsp.

First you need to knead the strawberries, add starch, honey and chopped mint leaves to it. Stir the resulting mixture well before applying to the skin.

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