Facial massages may just be our new favorite anti-aging skincare technique.Massage therapists have praised the benefits of body massages for centuries: tension relief, improved circulation, and increased flexibility, to name a few.Just a few minutes of the practice helps increase blood flow, reduce puffiness, and–wait for it–keeps your skin looking fresh, youthful, and fine line-free.
But the point of facial massages is less about the science and more about you. Hear it from us: These facial massages are comforting AF.
1. For beginners, figure out what oils you want to use
If you’re completely new to facial massage, Abigail James’ video is a great place to start. She gives advice on how to pick and apply the best massage oils (she recommends plant-based oils without synthetics) as well as how to perform the massage on yourself.
2. Add a tool to make 5 minutes fly
Jade rolling has been a common practice in China for centuries and has recently become more common in other countries. And for good reason there’s increased blood flow in your skin 10 minutes after a five-minute facial massage. This can help more nutrients get into your skin.
3. Don’t forget your neck and chest area
Get the blood flowing to those areas to relieve any tension. This video by Learn How to Massage extends the facial massage to the neck and upper chest area as well. And that’s a bonus: The neck and chest, which are equally exposed to the sun’s UV rays, are often neglected areas of skin care. Plus, the soothing background music will have you feeling relaxed before you begin practicing on yourself.
4. Make it a ritual for relaxation
This relaxing and informative video by oxfordjasmine will teach you how to give yourself spalike facial massages for quality drainage. She specifically focuses on pressure points to help release tension in your forehead and around your eyes. It’s an ideal tutorial for those who want to feel invigorated first thing in the morning.
5. For experts, use a firming cream to help soften wrinkles
Shiseido is a mainstay brand for Japanese skin care, so it’s no surprise their quick video gives a professional primer on how to massage your skin with their firming mask (you can use any moisturizing cream). Josephine Wong specifically teaches you how to clear up your skin while softening wrinkles around your forehead, eyes, chin, and jawline.Read More…….
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