MASSAGE OF THE FACE, WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE FACE IN TONE!
Facial massage at home. Step by step.
INNA CODRU , DECEMBER 14, 2017
Facial massage is not just a method of relieving stress. This is a way to rejuvenate the skin all over the face. Cosmetologists and dermatologists strongly recommend removing more time for facial massage, and not just to relieve facial muscle fatigue.
A quality facial massage will help remove dirt, dead cells, fat deposits and more. It cleanses the skin, making it radiant and well hydrated.
Without a doubt, it's always possible to get a quality facial at a good spa, and if you can't afford to spend hundreds of dollars a month on these services, then get a facial at home, cutting down on professional visits to once a year. You just need to know how to do it right.
Massage is one of the best ways to relieve stress in the body. Many will agree with this and people often choose to massage their back, neck, feet and so on. And this is very good, because massage of any part of the body helps to relieve tension from the nerve endings and relax the body well. Your body acquires the necessary tone, and improved blood circulation in the muscles significantly improves their condition.
Most people find facial massage very helpful. Increasingly, doctors are talking about an increase in happiness hormones after such a procedure and at the same time a decrease in stress hormones, which greatly affect both the face and the body as a whole. In addition, facial massage is very useful for improving the appearance, cleanliness of the skin and, of course, internal sensations.
Improved circulation also helps in the production of collagen. When it rises, your skin remains flexible and supple. And on your face fine wrinkles begin to disappear and the skin becomes toned. Scars and other imperfections become less noticeable. And you don’t have to worry about the appearance of new wrinkles at all.
So, if you haven't started yet, then you need to give yourself a good facial massage every month. It's time to take care of your skin, rejuvenate your face and relieve stress at the same time.
BEST TECHNIQUES FOR FACIAL MASSAGE
Before we get into the full guide to doing a facial massage, there are a few precautions you should be aware of. Observing them, you can massage the skin qualitatively and correctly and avoid tears)).
So, circular movements, this is how all masseurs act. There is not much difference between clockwise and counterclockwise circular motions. It should be pressed hard enough, but not so that it hurts. It is very important for a good and high-quality massage to know your pain threshold. You can quickly ease the pressure or vice versa slightly increase it, independently determining what is needed for you.
Certain parts of your face require gentler pressure than others. This is especially true for the eyes and cheeks. You shouldn't let your skin feel like it's pulling hard or let your muscles hurt from fingers poking too deep. This is not sports and not a session of deep tissue massage!
Do circular movements with light energy. This will help increase blood circulation both evenly and effectively. As you massage your face, your heart rate may drop slightly, so slow down a bit.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR A GOOD FACIAL MASSAGE
A good facial massage is more than just taking your favorite moisturizer and rubbing it on your face. You need a whole range of small treatments and some set of products to completely cleanse and moisturize your skin. Here's what you'll need if you want to unclog pores, remove dirt, improve collagen production, and improve circulation.
Make sure you have a small bowl of cold water handy. Cold is important so as not to dry out the surface of the skin and damage its inner layers.
Makeup remover, if you are currently wearing makeup. If there is no makeup, then you still need a mild cleanser to remove dirt and excess oil in the pores. Grab a few cotton swabs and a sponge for a thorough cleansing, and don't forget an exfoliating scrub. Remember that you want to get rid of all dead cells and dirt.
Also needed: massage/moisturizer, face mask, toner and eye cream. You want to completely hydrate your skin, making it easier for your fingers to work as you start massaging in circular motions on your face.
Choose products that work best for your skin type. Don't risk and experiment too much, so you don't suddenly get pimples or dry out your skin!
A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE FOR FACIAL MASSAGE
Now that you're all set, it's time to move on to the face massage itself. Make sure to choose the right place and time, and you can relax and fully devote time to massage. If you have children, wait until they are in bed, or when they are at school or out for a walk. This is your time!
Before you start. Before you even think about putting on moisturizer for your massage, you need to prep your skin. Remember makeup remover? Well, you need to use it to get rid of all traces of makeup on your skin. You don't need to use anything drying or toxic. A little bit of coconut oil on a few cotton pillows is one of the easiest options! Coconut oil will flush out toxins, bacteria and makeup from your pores, leaving you with clear and soft skin.
Even if you don't have makeup on, gently clean your face. Use your favorite product to keep your skin hydrated.
Don't forget to wipe any leftover product off your face with cold water. If you don't like cold water, make it lukewarm. But it doesn't have to be hot!
Finally, wash and dry your face to get rid of dead skin cells. Using your fingertips, work the scrub in a circular motion to start gently massaging as you scrub. Again, use cold/lukewarm water to get rid of scrub particles. You don't want the scrub grains to sit on your skin and become annoying when it comes to facial massage.
Warming up the massage cream. Place your massage cream in your hands and rub your hands. The goal is to warm up the cream. Applying it cold will make your facial muscles unnecessarily tense. Start at the chin and then move slowly and slowly towards the forehead. You just need to apply the cream on your face first and then you will start the massage.
Massage from the chin up. If you wish, you can start with the neck. As you massage just above your upper lip, slide your fingers sideways and down as if you were "painting" a sad expression on your lips. Then continue the massage further from the cheeks to the ears.
Use your fingers when working around the eyes. This is the most delicate part of your facial skin, be careful not to injure it. When working with the upper eyelids, you need to reduce the pressure compared to what you used around your lips and cheeks. Keep your eyes closed and press lightly on your eyelids with the bases of your thumbs. You need to do this for a few seconds to stimulate blood flow to your eyes.
Once the cream has completely absorbed into the skin, you can rinse your face with warm water. This will help to get rid of the remnants of unabsorbed cream.
Let's fix the preliminary result. It's time to lock in the moisture in the skin and keep the pores clean. The best way to do this is with a good face mask, you want the moisture to be as intense as possible. Rest for about 20 minutes and let the ingredients of your mask work well on your skin.
Don't use an exfoliating face mask. First of all, you need your face to be well hydrated and nourished. You can make your own masks with, for example, honey and coconut oil, or even lemon juice, cucumber juice, or avocado oil.
After 20 minutes of rest, wash off the mask with warm water and use a facial toner to improve skin elasticity. Now it's time for the eyes. First, use an eye cream, apply it on your ring finger. Massage their eyes to improve blood flow. Now use a thick moisturizer to keep your pores clean and fresh.
As you get older, you can also use some Vaseline after all this. It is water-based, so it won't add oil to the skin. This will create a barrier on your face, trapping moisture and preventing dirt from entering your pores later.
LITTLE TIPS TO ACHIEVE A PERFECTLY CLEARED FACE
Make sure your hands are clean before giving a massage. Our hands tend to collect bacteria, dirt and grease without our noticing. If this is not followed, then we will simply apply this whole “bouquet” to our face. It won't lead to good things.
Spend an extra couple of minutes near the sink, wash your hands thoroughly, including the spaces between your fingers. Whatever you use on your skin should be good for your skin. There's also no point in using the makeup your girlfriend uses without checking it out first. After all, a friend might have extremely dry skin and need a massage cream that adds extra oils to the skin. And if you already have oily skin, then you will make your skin even more oily, and risk getting a whole brood of acne!
WHEN FACIAL MASSAGE IS CONTRAINDICATED
While facial massage is beneficial, there are certain points to keep in mind. You want to get the maximum benefit and remove the effects of everyday stress from your face, and not vice versa, worsen the condition of your skin. A professional massage therapist will not deal with your facial skin if you have cuts, sores, or rashes. Otherwise, the use of cosmetics and increased blood flow due to massage can cause infection, or even prevent these wounds from healing.
If you have acne, you will have to give up facial massage sessions. Otherwise, you risk causing more acne and spreading bacteria all over your face. Any redness, especially from ultraviolet rays, should also pass before you decide to give yourself a facial massage.
If you have a fever, chills or are very tired, you should wait until your condition improves. Facial massage is relaxing, and you can aggravate your sores.
It happens that some of the creams may be allergic, consider this and do not allow the use of such a cream.
As a result
Forget about the problem of lack of money when it comes to the face. You don't have to spend a fortune at spas. It is, in principle, a good idea that every year
Monthly face masks are good for deep skin cleansing and stress relief. You will gently cleanse your pores, removing dead skin cells and dirt.
By taking care of your face in this way, you take care of your skin, reducing the likelihood of acne if you have such a problem. Start doing it systematically and you will have something to look at)). All cosmetics that you purchase can be used for several months, which will make your facial massage much more economical (but no less effective) than visiting beauticians and spas.