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Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Modern cosmetic salons and shops offer buyers a huge selection of drugs that fight wrinkles on the face, but most of them are not very effective. At the same time, there is another way that helps to rejuvenate the skin - these are the medicinal ointments for wrinkles. Such a tool is quite cheap, but you can buy it at any pharmacy.
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Retinoic ointment
Quite an effective anti-wrinkle remedy is Retinoic ointment. It includes components that help restore skin cells, eliminate inflammation and stabilize sebum secretion.
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Solcoseryl Ointment
Since Solcoseryl contains natural components that can easily pass through the membranes of cells, a beneficial effect of this ointment is noted. Even after a brief use of this drug on the skin, you can notice some external changes:
- smoothing of small wrinkles;
- restoration of freshness and a healthy complexion;
- facelift of the face;
- elimination of inflammatory processes.
Radevit ointment for wrinkles
Ointment contains a high concentration of vitamins of groups A, E, and D. With the constant application of Radevite, the state of the skin is greatly improved - rather deep wrinkles are smoothed out, and the color becomes more fresh.
Heparin ointment
Geparin's ointment has effective anti-edematous properties, which allows it to eliminate wrinkles and bags under the eyes. Though it is necessary to consider, that it is impossible to smooth out deep mimic folds with its help. But small wrinkles this drug can make almost unnoticeable.
Ointment Relief
Ointment Relief is often used for cosmetic procedures - eliminates bruises that occur under the eyes, as well as facial wrinkles. It contains components that prevent the appearance of edema and promote the normalization of local blood circulation. In addition, it includes omega-3 fatty acids that effectively nourish the skin and create a healthy and fresh appearance. But you need to consider that the frequent use of this ointment is not allowed, because as a result, the skin will be over-dried and may shrivel.
Hydrocortisone ointment
The action of Hydrocortisone ointment is based on the retention of fluid in skin cells, so that it can smooth out superficial wrinkles. At the site of application, a small edema is formed, which makes it possible to hide wrinkles. Ointment does not cause allergies.
Zinc ointment for wrinkles
Zinc ointment can effectively fight small wrinkles. The active substance of the drug - zinc - is an excellent protection against sun. It protects the skin from UV radiation, thereby preventing early withering and photoaging of the skin. Use zinc ointment can be people with a fat or normal type of skin, but not with dry, as it dries the epidermis. If you have dry skin, before applying, you need to mix the ointment with a moisturizer.
Ointment Kuriozin
Fairly effectively copes with wrinkles ointment Kuriozin, which contains hyaluronic acid, as well as zinc. These substances endow the drug with antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, and in addition contribute to the recovery of epidermal cells. Since the drug does not interact with other substances, it can be used in combination with various lotions or tonics.
Calendula ointment for wrinkles
The properties of the ointment of calendula allow, among other things, to apply it in order to rejuvenate the fading skin. This medicine is able to combat the external signs of aging - its components smooth wrinkles, reduce their depth, and also prevent the formation of new wrinkles. That is why calendula is often used in the manufacture of a variety of anti-aging drugs.
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Ointment Panthenol
Panthenol ointment also helps to eliminate wrinkles. It is able to have an effective healing effect, and also removes inflammation from the skin. The use of this ointment contributes to the improvement of cellular metabolism and to the enhancement of the strength of collagen fibers.
Ointment with hyaluronic acid
Hyaluronic acid is found in the Bla-Fenogel ointment, which effectively removes wrinkles. In addition, it contains aloe juice. These components allow the drug to work on the skin of the eyelids, and in addition improve the production of collagen and remove small wrinkles. A thin layer of medicine should be applied to the upper and lower eyelids in the mornings, as well as in the evenings.
Apilac ointment
The properties of the Apilac ointment contribute to the renewal of the skin cells, resulting in the skin becoming taut, wrinkles disappear from it, and the face returns its natural color.
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Let's see the ointment
In the ointment Widestim contains retinol, which helps to accelerate the growth of the epithelium, resulting in smoothing of wrinkles. Also in the preparation there is a vitamin A, which supplies the skin with nutrients and moisturizes it - thus eliminating dryness. And this is very important, because the age changes depend on the loss of skin moisture - as a result, wrinkles appear. Thanks to the ointment, the deficiency of necessary substances is filled, which allows to restore the skin. This is what makes it possible to smooth wrinkles.
Ointment with snake venom from wrinkles
Snake venom is often used in cosmetology - to get rid of wrinkles. The local effect of the poison makes it possible to smooth the facial wrinkles on the face. Manifestations of similar age changes in individual cases are reduced by 40-50%, if you use such ointments for a long time.
Ointments for wrinkles under the eyes
Age and facial wrinkles under the eyes can eliminate the ointment Solcoseryl in combination with almond or olive oil.
You can also take a ripe avocado and stretch it to the state of the cream. Mix with any of the above oils, and apply to wrinkles. This ointment can be kept under the eyes for a long time - up to 40 minutes, but you can not let it dry out.
Another option - ointment Blefarogel mixed with avocado, and also add to this mixture vitamins A and E. As a result, a mask is obtained to smooth out wrinkles on the skin around the eyes, which also nourishes and moisturizes it.
Pharmacodynamics
The properties of ointments from wrinkles are examined using the example of Solcoseryl and Panthenol preparations.
Solcoseryl is an activator of tissue metabolism, it is a deproteinized calf blood extract. The drug improves the movement and absorption of oxygen with glucose in the case of hypoxia. Ointment stabilizes the balance of cellular energy metabolism, supporting the functioning of tissues in case of lack of nutrition and hypoxia. Promotes the rapid recovery of injured tissues, accelerates the utilization and movement of oxygen with glucose. Under the influence of the ointment, new blood vessels are formed, the circulation of the ischemic tissues is restored. It also accelerates the process of restoring the surface layer of the skin or mucous membranes, as well as healing of wounds. In addition, it prevents the formation of large scars, and therefore it is used after the appearance of fresh connective tissue on the wound until the moment of complete healing.
Pharmacokinetics
With local use of Panthenol, it is rapidly absorbed, converted to pantothenic acid. Further, it binds to plasma proteins (mainly with albumin, as well as β-globulin).
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Dosing and administration
Retinoiemuyu ointment should be applied a thin layer on the face, previously cleaned from dirt and cosmetics. At the initial stage of treatment it is not recommended to use the medicine more than 3 rubles a week. If after several procedures no side reactions were detected, it is allowed to use an ointment instead of a night cream, but you need to monitor that the duration of the treatment course does not exceed 12 weeks.
Hydrocortisone ointment can be used twice a day. Before the procedure, you need to remove all the dirt from your skin. The drug should be applied in a thin layer.
The drug Relief is applied to the washed and cleansed skin of the face with a thin layer. Since this ointment is quickly absorbed, it is allowed to apply it in the morning and at bedtime.
Radevit is applied to the face with massaging movements. The ointment has no restrictions on the use, so it is allowed to apply at any time of the day.
Heparin ointment should be treated twice a day.
To obtain the desired effect, Curiosin should be applied evenly, in a thin layer. It is better to start the treatment from the areas near the folds near the nose and lips, and around the eyes, and then lubricate the entire face. Apply the ointment every day, twice a day, but it is not designed for permanent use - after the appearance of positive changes, the frequency of application of the drug should be reduced.
A thin layer of Panthenol is treated with a pre-cleaned face. Ointment is allowed to apply at any time, because it is very well absorbed, leaving no traces behind.
Preparation of ointments for wrinkles in the home
You can also make wrinkle ointments with alternative methods.
Chamomile ointment that helps to remove deep wrinkles. You need to take chamomile flowers (1 box.) And mix with water (2 stacks), then boil for 10 minutes. Then moisten the towel in a warm tincture and apply this compress to the face. At the end of the procedure, wash and treat face with a nutritious cream.
With deep wrinkles the lemon struggles well. Prepares tincture of lemon with vodka - 1 lemon and vodka (1 stack.). This mixture should be infused for 10 days, and then moistened in a tincture with a cotton disc and applied to wrinkles for 10 minutes. This method allows you to narrow the pores and smooth out the formed wrinkles.
Another homemade ointment consists of chicken egg yolk, lemon and olive oil. Yolk includes such nutrients as cholesterol and lecithin - they have the ability to smooth the skin. The yolk is mixed with lemon juice (0.5 lemon) and its rubbed skin, and also with 1 tsp. Olive oil. The resulting mixture should be applied to the face and keep a minimum of 20 minutes. Then rinse with a cotton swab soaked in milk (it should be room temperature). This mask helps to remove wrinkles and moisturizes the skin.
Ointment from egg white with lemon. Such a mask gives a noticeable result after the first procedure. It is necessary to whip the lemon with protein, apply on the skin, and keep until a feeling of tightness appears - after that the mask should be washed off.
Remedy for wrinkles from raspberries - soak a layer of cotton wool with raspberry juice, apply on skin areas where wrinkles are observed, and keep for about 15-20 minutes. Drying cotton wool should be moistened. Having removed the mask from the face, it is necessary to wipe it with a dry swab from cotton wool. If you have dry skin, before the procedure you should wipe your face with sour cream, cream, or fat cream. This mask allows you to whiten and soften the skin, cleanse, nourish and refresh it, improve the turgor.
Grapefruit is considered a very effective remedy for removing deep wrinkles. To prepare the ointment, mix the pulp or juice of this fruit with 1 tsp. Sour cream, and add to this mixture 1 item. Rice flour with 1 tsp. Carrot juice. Apply the resulting ointment on the skin for half an hour, then remove it, rinse with water and grease the skin with grapefruit juice, which must be left to dry. To obtain the desired effect, it is recommended to perform this procedure twice a week for 1 month.
The tomato has effective lifting properties, so it is often used to get rid of wrinkles. To make an ointment, you need to pull out the pulp, mix it with sour cream, and apply a uniform mass to the area of wrinkles and hold for 15 minutes. After this, rinse the mask with warm water.
Corn flour cleans up wrinkles well. To make a mask you need to combine it with honey in an equal proportion and apply to the skin. While it dries, there may be a constriction. Completely dry mask should be washed off with warm water.
Ointment with a solution of strong tea. To cook it you need 1 tsp. Fat fresh sour cream, mayonnaise, as well as sunflower oil. Mix these ingredients, gradually adding 1 tsp to them. Tea. It should be remembered that before carrying out the application procedure, you should wash yourself, using warm milk, half diluted with boiled water. The first layer of the resulting mixture is applied in circular motions, using a cotton swab. After 2-3 minutes, apply the 2nd layer (already only on the wrinkles area). After 15 minutes, the ointment is removed, using diluted milk for this purpose.
Against wrinkles, honey works well, 1 tbsp. Which must be mixed with 1 tbsp. Flour and egg protein. The mixture is applied to the skin and held for 15 minutes, after which it is washed off with water. This procedure will help to smooth out wrinkles, as well as give the skin freshness and youth.
Use of the ointments for wrinkles during pregnancy
Such ointments as Radevit, as well as heparin and retinoic is strictly forbidden to use during pregnancy. In some cases - with the required indications - Panthenol ointment is allowed.
Contraindications
It is forbidden to use Panthenol if hypersensitivity to the components of drugs is observed. Relief can not be used for agranulocytosis and thromboembolism. Heparin ointment is contraindicated if the patient has ulcerative necrotic processes, thrombopenia or poor blood coagulability. Radevit is prohibited in the case of hypervitaminosis (groups A, E, or D). Retinoic ointment is prohibited if the patient has chronic liver / kidney disease or cardiovascular pathologies.
Side effects of the ointments for wrinkles
Among the side reactions after applying anti-wrinkle ointments is a feeling of tightness of the skin or burning that may appear at the beginning of therapy (they often disappear on their own). If hypersensitivity to the drug is present, skin allergy may occur. Also, the appearance of acne, scaling of the skin, hyperemia, as well as redness and itching.
Interactions with other drugs
Panthenol promotes the activation of the process of acetylcholine, which reduces the effect of antidepolarizing muscle relaxants, and the effect of depolarizing on the contrary increases. Therefore, in the case of using this drug, you need to discuss with your doctor the possibility of combining it with other drugs.
Relief can not be used by patients who use MAOI, antidepressants, as well as hypotensive drugs in the absence of constant monitoring by a doctor.
Radevit can not be used in combination with other drugs, which contain vitamins A, E and D groups or retinoids (to avoid the development of hypervitaminosis), and in addition to tetracyclines. The effectiveness of the ointment is reduced when combined with glucocorticosteroids.
Shelf life
Pharmaceutical ointments for wrinkles can be used for 2-4 years from the date of manufacture.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Ointments for Wrinkles" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.