How to make parsley lotion for the face at home?

Since ancient times, parsley is known as an effective cosmetic. On its basis, a variety of masks for the face, hair and body were prepared. In the proposed material will be discussed another cosmetic parsley - facial lotions.

Chemical composition of the plant

Parsley is extremely rich in chemical elements that are valuable to humans, thanks to which the systematic use of products based on this plant has a considerable health effect.

Vitamin composition of the plant, as well as its benefits are presented in the table:

The mineral composition of the plant and its benefits:

How is parsley lotion useful?

Lotion based on this plant allows you to:

• clean pores;
• smooth wrinkles;
• moisturize dry skin and eliminate its peeling;
• whiten hypermelanosis;
• rejuvenate, slow down the aging of the skin;
• eliminate pimples and acne, as well as acne marks;
• tone up the skin, give it elasticity;
• improve blood circulation.

At home, use of lotion is recommended when:

• mimic wrinkles of different depths;
• tired, with signs of aging skin;
• excessive oily or dry skin;
• freckles and significant pigmentation;
• swelling, dark circles and bags under the eyes.

Did you know? The name "parsley" comes from the ancient Greek "petroselinum", which means "mountain celery" or "growing on a rock."

Which is better to choose?

In the specialized trading network, parsley cosmetics are mainly represented by a wide variety of creams and masks, while at the same time there are not very many branded parsley-based lotions. The best of them, with the highest consumer reputation - in a brief overview.

"Life source"

Manufacturer - Russian Federation. Anti-aging and anti-aging balm-lotion, which improves blood circulation, cell respiration, activates metabolism. Promotes cell renewal and acceleration of their regeneration. It has anti-inflammatory, sebiostatic, keralitic and exfoliating action.

It has in its composition:

1. A concentrate of active substances and antioxidants that protects a person from age-related changes, consisting of highly active peptides, amino acids, mucopolysaccharides, hyaluronic and nucleic acids.
2. Retinol, tocopherol, ascorbic acid.
3. Extracts from cucumber, oats and parsley.
4. Trace elements
5. Flavors.

Applied to: with dry and normal skin - in the evening, with oily skin in the morning and evening.

Application course - 1.5-2 months three times throughout the year.

Approximate price - $ 5.

"Body D"

Produced in Bulgaria. Whitening lotion. Eliminates freckles, as well as hormonal and age spots. Normalizes the release of chemical compounds from cells, has a tonic and sedative effect on the skin. Possesses the disinfecting properties, returns natural color.

It has in its composition:

1. Alpha Arbutin (depigmenter).
2. Parsley
3. Dandelion.
4. Chamomile
5. Licorice.
6. Vitamin C.
7. Hydroxyacetic acid.
8. Allantoin.

It is applied twice a day in the morning and evening.

Estimated price - 4 US dollars.

Did you know? The word "lotion" comes from the Latin word "lotio"meaning "washing" or "washing".

"Ecocode"

Production of Ukraine. Bleaches and cleans, has anti-inflammatory and tonic properties, makes blood circulation better. The main purpose - to moisturize dry skin.

It has in its composition:

1. Alcohol base.
2. Cucumber.
3. Parsley
4. Provitamin B5.
5. Castor oil

It is applied in the morning and evening.

Estimated price - 1 US dollar.

Cooking parsley lotion at home

First you need to deal with the fact that such a lotion and what is a tonic, because Often these concepts are confused.

Tonic - is an alcohol-water solution obtained by diluting biological substances in water. It can be in the form of plant acids or decoctions, alcohol tinctures or plant extracts. The main purpose of tonic - nutrition, toning and moisturizing the skin. It is applied twice a day.

Lotion - It is (depending on the type of skin) water, alcohol, alkaline or acidic composition for cleaning the skin. So, oily skin should be cleaned with alcohol (with 40% alcohol content) or alkaline lotion, but dry - aqueous or acidic, but in any case of alcohol in the compositions should not be more than 20%.

Important! To achieve the maximum cosmetic and healing effect of the lotion should be applied for at least 30 days, then - pause for the same period.

Tonic and lotion in face care complement each other: first, the face is cleaned with the appropriate type of skin means, then a deep and thorough cleansing is performed with a lotion, then a tonic and a cream corresponding to the face are applied.

Next will be presented the recipes for homemade lotions for different skin types.

For oily skin

Helps to eliminate the oily shine of the skin. To prepare the lotion you will need:

• finely chopped parsley - 1 tbsp. spoon;
• water - half a cup;
• dry white wine - half a cup.

Step-by-step recipe:

1. Rinse greens in running water.
2. Grind with a kitchen knife or in a blender.
3. Pour the chopped greens into a saucepan, add water and mix.
4. Place the container with the contents on the fire and bring to a boil.
5. Cook over low heat for 15 minutes.
6. Remove from heat, cover and infuse for 2 hours.
7. After the expiration date, strain with a strainer or gauze.
8. In strained composition in a 1: 1 ratio, pour in white dry wine and mix.

The tool should be used no more than 2-3 times in 7 days.

Universal with lemon

This lotion is especially useful for:

1. Oily, combination skin - citric acid will act as a neutralizer of oily shine of the skin.
2. Springy and pigmented skin will lighten the hyperpigmentation, smooth the facial tone.
3. Problem skin - eliminates pimples and acne.

Read also about parsley properties for women's health.

For the preparation of tools will be necessary:

• parsley - 3 branches;
• lemon juice - 1 tsp;
• water - 200 ml.

Preparation Procedure:

1. Rinse the parsley under running water.
2. Crush in a blender or with a kitchen knife.
3. Put in a saucepan and pour boiling water.
4. Boil on low heat for 15 minutes.
5. Leave to cool.
6. In the cooled broth pour lemon juice.

With the addition of dandelion

This composition is favorable for skin with dilated pores and prone to intense sweating, as well as to redness.

For cooking tools will need:

• fresh chopped parsley leaves - 1 tbsp. spoon;
• Dandelion flowers - 1 tbsp. spoon;
• boiling water - 0.5 l;
• Vodka - 100 g

Preparation Procedure:

1. Rinse the parsley and dandelion flowers under running water.
2. Crush components with a kitchen knife or in a blender.
3. Stir the parsley and dandelion.
4. Pour the mixture with boiling water.
5. Leave to infuse for 1 hour.
6. To drain.
7. Add strained vodka.

Lotion is used for washing 1-2 times a day.

Important! Before applying the prepared lotion, you need to check it on a small area of ​​the skin of the wrist. Absence for 60 minutes what-or a reaction in this place will indicate that the prepared remedy will not be harmful.

You can keep the lotion prepared at home in the refrigerator, but not more than 2-3 days, because with a longer period of saving the composition will lose its useful properties.

Possible contraindications

There are practically no contraindications to the use of parsley-based lotion, except for two cases:

1. If you are allergic to the component funds.
2. With individual intolerance to parsley.

The systematic and correct use of parsley lotions will most favorably affect the condition of the skin, improve nutrition and cell renewal, which will lead to a general rejuvenation of the face.

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