Not all women and girls know what skin turgor is, although they have probably heard this word more than once. Turgor is the degree of skin elasticity, its freshness and firmness. The term itself is a medical definition. Skin turgor determines its condition and degree of grooming.
The essence of the concept
Turgor is the ability of each skin cell to keep its shape and be in constant tone. In other words, this is the degree of firmness and elasticity of the skin, its fullness with oxygen. With proper care and sufficient nourishment of the epidermis, it will be at a high level.
Face skin turgor is greatly influenced by heredity, skin type, unhe althy habits. Even with a lot of effort, it is difficult for a person to maintain skin turgor at the level at which he was in his youth. Over the years, the natural aging of the body takes over, the skin becomes dry, aging and withering. In this case, turgor decreases. Cells cannot maintain balance at the right level, even with care, and this becomes very noticeable visually, not only on the face, but on the whole body.
Influencing factors
Turgor -it is an indicator of youthfulness of the skin, which is influenced by various aspects:
- Genetics - a tendency to wrinkle, early wilting and aging of the skin, which can be inherited.
- The general condition of the body - the presence of chronic diseases and untreated inflammation affects the condition of the skin, while turgor decreases.
- Skin type - dry skin, even in youth, requires nourishment and support in order not to lose elasticity too early. Oily skin retains its firmness longer, and over time, wrinkles may appear, but they are not as deep as in people with dry skin.
- Hormonal balance - fluctuations in hormones cause rashes, fluid retention in the body, which affects the condition of the epidermis.
- Age - in the early years, cells are able to quickly regenerate. The consequence of this is the fact that in humans the level of skin turgor is increased. However, over the years, collagen production declines and firmness is lost.
- Water balance of the body - with a lack of moisture, the level of turgor decreases, radiance and freshness disappear, with swelling, the skin often stretches and loses its shape.
- Climate - in dry, hot weather, the skin needs additional moisture to maintain normal water balance.
- Lifestyle - people who smoke and drink will age their skin faster. To preserve youthfulness and elasticity of the skin, you should eat harmoniously, practice strength and physical activity, and provide proper skin care.
How to know the level of turgorleather
In order to understand your own level of skin turgor, you do not need to undergo special cosmetic procedures or manipulations. It is enough just to observe the condition of your skin for several days, evaluating indicators such as:
- Tendency to edema - usually expressed in the evening or noticeable immediately after waking up. In this case, the water-s alt balance is disturbed, the skin is often stretched.
- Elasticity (tightness) - you should slightly pull the skin on the back of your hand with a pinch, if it does not immediately return to its normal state - skin turgor is broken. Also, an indicator of a decrease in skin elasticity are traces of bed linen and accessories after sleep.
- Wrinkling - the first wrinkles already indicate a decrease in collagen production and a drop in the level of skin turgor.
- Noticeable dryness - Existing flaky patches and a feeling of tightness are considered a sign of loss of elasticity and lack of moisture.
- Grayness of the face - dull, lifeless skin with a painful appearance is also a sign of lack of moisture and reduced skin turgor.
Increased epidermal turgor is manifested in the radiance of the skin, its smoothness, velvety, he althy gloss.
How to increase skin turgor
Turgor is the firmness and radiance of the face, which directly depend on the care and focus on maintaining and improving it. At the first signs of a decrease in skin turgor, action should be taken:
- Moisturizing from the outside - the use of various kinds of cosmetics, creams,emulsions, nourishing masks will help moisturize and nourish the skin.
- Moisture from the inside - you should drink at least 2 liters of water a day for the normal functioning of all body systems as a whole.
- Taking vitamins - a meager monotonous diet negatively affects skin turgor. During the season, you should consume as many vegetables, fresh herbs, fruits as possible, and in the cold season, you can maintain the skin by taking vitamins A, E, or complex formulations.
- Visiting salons - many beauty parlors offer injections of hyaluronic acid, which is responsible for maintaining turgor in good shape.
- Massage - helps to avoid the appearance of early wrinkles and maintain skin turgor at a normal level.
- Physical activity - even minimal exercise makes the heart work better, the level of oxygen in the blood rises, which saturates all organs, including the skin.
- Rational nutrition - alcohol, soda, energy drinks, fatty and starchy foods should be avoided. It is better to fill your menu with simple but he althy dishes: boiled turkey fillet, rabbit meat, fish, raw and cooked vegetables, cereals, fruits.
Homemade methods to increase skin turgor
At home, you can also benefit your skin and improve turgor. So, for example, masks with various oils, creams and other collagen-containing products are highly effective:
- Mask with cream and gelatin perfectly nourishes the skin. For the best effect, glycerin is added to it andmed.
- Turmeric - the secret ingredient of the beauties of the East - is suitable not only as a seasoning for dishes, but also as an element of maintaining beauty. A mask with turmeric, honey and shea butter will make the skin unusually velvety and toned.
- Mask with yeast will perfectly tighten the skin and increase elasticity. The yeast is mixed with a little warm milk, honey and egg white are added, and then applied to the face.
To increase skin turgor of the whole body, it is recommended to visit baths and saunas, take baths with milk, sea s alt, use a contrast shower.
Turgor is a special property of skin elasticity, which can be easily lost with improper care, improper nutrition and an unhe althy lifestyle. With a desire and a competent approach, everyone can maintain the freshness and beauty of the skin and maintain turgor at a normal level.
