Youthful hands: The 3‑ingredient mask you need to try

Hands, like the face, need regular care. Daily contact with water, detergents, UV radiation, and cold causes the skin to lose elasticity, become dry, and develop wrinkles and discolorations. To prevent this and enjoy younger, well-maintained hands, it's worth regularly using homemade care masks.

You only need one tablespoon of olive oil, one egg yolk, and one teaspoon of honey to make it. Mix the ingredients thoroughly in a small dish, then apply to the hands. It's helpful to perform a gentle massage, stimulating circulation and allowing the ingredients to be absorbed better. After about 20 minutes, rinse the mask off with warm water. The effects are noticeable almost immediately—the hands become softer, more moisturized, and look younger.

Each ingredient has unique properties that affect the skin's condition on the hands. Olive oil, rich in vitamin E and fatty acids, intensely moisturizes, protects against water loss, and smooths fine wrinkles.

Egg yolks contain proteins and lecithin, which nourish the skin, improve its elasticity, and support regeneration. Honey has antibacterial properties, soothes irritations, and prevents dryness, making hands soft and smooth.

To keep your hands looking young and healthy longer, adopt a few simple habits. First, use moisturizing creams with a UV 50 filter to protect your skin from the sun. Second, wear gloves when cleaning and washing dishes to prevent your skin from coming into contact with harmful detergents.

Another tip is to perform regular exfoliation and masks that help remove dead skin and nourish the hands. It's also essential to care for the skin from the inside. Drink plenty of water throughout the day and follow a balanced diet. Proper hydration primarily affects the elasticity of our skin.