Face lifting massage: what is useful and how to carry it out?

Unfortunately, over the years, every woman notices that the shape and oval of the face are losing their ideal outlines. But it is quite possible to fight against such age-related changes. For example, you can resort to a procedure such as a lifting massage. By the way, this can be done not only in the salon, but also independently at home.

Facial lifting massage is an effective procedure that is very popular among women. Due to the observance of a certain technique, it is possible to achieve very good results. This massage improves microcirculation, normalizes blood circulation, restores lymph flow, increases oxygen levels in tissues and restores skin tone.

Thanks to an affordable and uncomplicated procedure, women manage not only to restore the firmness and elasticity of the skinbut also get rid of small mimic wrinkles. After a certain number of procedures, the skin is noticeably transformed, it becomes healthier, softer and more radiant.

The advantage of this procedure is also that this kind of massage helps to reduce a little puffiness, get rid of dark circles under the eyes and relax the muscles of the face. Also, a well-performed massage helps the skin get rid of toxins, normalize the functioning of the sebaceous glands.

Separately, it is worth mentioning that after carrying out such procedures, various cosmetics (for example, creams or serums) are much better absorbed into the skin structure. This means that the effect of face care products will be much higher. In addition, like any massage, this type helps to cope with nervous tension, relieves fatigue, irritability and improves mood.

But the main plus explaining the popularity of this procedure is that it can be performed not only in a beauty salon, but also at home. The technique is pretty simple. The massage itself is completely painless, and a noticeable effect is visible after two or three sessions, which pleases many women.

To improve the contours of the oval of the face, many representatives of the beautiful half of humanity decide on a facelift. However, you should not rush to go under the surgeon's knife, because it is quite possible to cope with an age-related problem with the help of a relatively safe massage.

This procedure is suitable not only for adult women, but also for those who are about thirty. As a rule, it is at this age (after twenty-seven years) that the first age-related skin changes appear, which are very upsetting for girls. The complexion changes, the first mimic wrinkles appear, puffiness appears, dark circles under the eyes, etc. If you have similar symptoms, then this indicates that you have direct indications for massage, which has a lifting effect.

Also, this procedure is recommended for those who have a so-called double chin. Massage will also help if the nasolabial folds begin to stand out and give out the true age, if the complexion has changed, and the skin has lost its former tone.

As for contraindications, they are also available. If you do not have the problems listed above that require such a massage, then you should refuse such a procedure. If the skin is still young, healthy and firm, massage may not only be useless, but even harm and lead to the opposite result. Careless movements can disrupt the integrity of the skin lining, which can provoke an allergic reaction and unpleasant rashes. Also, lifting massage without direct indications can lead to vasodilation, an increase in body temperature and even the appearance of dermatitis.

If massage is indicated for you, but there are problems such as small scars, large and protruding moles, inflammation in the form of acne and acne, poor blood clotting, problems with blood vessels or herpes, then the procedure should also be abandoned. It is not recommended to carry out such a massage even if you have recently undergone a peeling or any other cosmetic procedure.

If you want to conduct a massage session at home, you need to carefully study all the rules and features of the process technique. To begin with, you must learn and remember exactly where the massage lines are located. This is extremely important, since the procedure must be carried out strictly along these lines, otherwise the skin, instead of elasticity, will acquire only "looseness" and an unpleasant appearance.

You also need to make sure that your face is thoroughly cleansed. It is imperative to remove makeup and wash with your usual means. It is important to remember that the procedure should be carried out in a room with clean air, at a comfortable temperature.

Then you need to prepare some kind of cosmetic oil, the healing properties of which during the massage will also have a beneficial effect. You can take olive, almond or grape. Any oil (or mixture of oils) should be slightly warmed up before the procedure. This can be done in a water bath.

During the procedure, you need to move your fingers from the edge of the nose to the ears. The next movement is from the center of the chin to each ear. From the tip of the nose, the hands should slide to the forehead, from the eyebrows to the hairline. If the massage starts from the temples, then you also need to move to the hairline. Remember that it is strictly forbidden to actively massage and stretch the skin around the eyes. Such actions can be a hindrance to achieving healthy and toned skin.

It is more convenient to carry out the procedure with three fingers (index, middle and ring). Massage should start with smoothing. First, you need to move along the lines from the nose to the ears, and the process should be completed with massaging movements of the temples.

The next stage is a slight, soft tingling. This should be done very carefully and effortlessly. During the process, focus on the most problematic areas of the skin. After that, you need to perform the smoothing procedure again in order to soothe the skin.

The third stage is rubbing the skin in a circular motion. This time, you need to carry out the procedure with the back of your fist. After that, smoothing must be carried out again. Then they make clapping movements along the lines with their fingertips, focusing on the oval of the face, chin and other problem areas. Finally, the skin should be smoothed again. The session ends by tapping on the contour of the face with the edge of the palm, repeated stroking and washing with cool water. After the procedure, you can apply a regular cream.

If there is a need to tighten the skin in the chin area, then it is recommended to do the next massage within ten days. The index fingers begin to make light massaging movements from the center of the chin, gradually moving to the corners of the mouth. In one session, you need to repeat the procedure two to five times.

For the lower cheeks, which often give away a woman's age, there is also a very effective massage technique. In this case, they begin to move from the middle of the chin to the corners of the mouth, and then slowly lead the fingers to the earlobes. You need to massage with your index fingers, making smooth massaging movements.

Try to perform movements not too fast, keep a moderate pace. The procedure should be repeated seven times in one session. For the top of the cheeks, start the massage from the "wings" of the nose, moving through the cheeks to the top of the ears.

To get rid of nasolabial folds, you should start moving from the corners of the mouth to the "wings" of the nose, and then move on to the bridge of the nose. Movements are best done with the index and middle fingers, connecting them together. The session should be carried out no more than once a week, repeating the movements three times with a short break.

When massaging your face, do not forget about the neck. Remember to move from bottom to top. As a rule, start from the left side in a circular motion. Then you need to go to the right side.

A similar massage can be performed not only for the face, but also for the whole body. True, in the second case, you cannot do without a professional cosmetologist. Young women are advised to conduct such sessions no more than one or two times a week. But for ladies after thirty-five years old, it is quite possible to pamper themselves with such procedures three times a week.

Reviews about this massage are extremely positive. Women who regularly do it at home or in the salon report an excellent lifting effect and improved skin tone. At the same time, the procedure not only perfectly lifts the face, but also copes with fine wrinkles, and makes the deeper ones less noticeable. Also, massage helps to get rid of the hated double chin.

When carrying out home procedures, you need to take into account that the first two weeks you should not do the massage for too long. Start with two to three minutes. Gradually it will be possible to increase the time of the procedure.

Usually lifting massage begins with the fact that the muscles are warmed up. However, there is a special Spanish method that starts with muscle relaxation. This procedure is carried out in salons in parallel with aromatherapy, which allows you to truly relax and enjoy the process.

Remember that cosmetologists do not recommend combining several techniques at once per session, it is better to give preference to one. However, their alternation is allowed.

You will learn more about lifting facial massage in the following video.