Deep pinch techniques involving subcutaneous fat tissue, which form the basis of the technique, have a beneficial effect on the functioning of the sebaceous glands and improve blood and lymph circulation. Manual influence promotes cell renewal, improvement of trophism and healing of the skin.
Technique and features
Facial massage according to Jacquet is most often used for medicinal purposes. It is performed with exciting pinch movements with the thumb and forefinger along massage lines: from the center of the face to the periphery. Deep pinching alternates with vibration, stroking and kneading techniques. The procedure is carried out using talcum powder.
Facial massage according to Jacquet is used as an independent therapeutic technique or as one of the stages of facial cleansing.
The duration of 1 session is 10 minutes, the course on average consists of 10 sessions.
Indications
- Oily skin.
- Open and closed comedones.
- Acne disease.
- Post-acne phenomena (stagnant and age spots, scars).
- Seborrhea.
- Hyperkeratosis.
- Scarring
Contraindications
- Exacerbation of chronic diseases.
- Fever.
- Eczema.
- Rosacea.
- Cuperosis.
- Viral skin diseases: herpes, flat warts, molluscum contagiosum.
- Hirsutism in women (facial hair).
- Inflammation of the facial nerve.
- Violations of skin integrity.
Plastic facial massage
The main feature of the technique is deep treatment of the skin, subcutaneous fat and facial muscles. Only experienced specialists with medical education can perform plastic facial massage. If a specialist works correctly, the modeling result of this procedure is comparable to the lifting effect of injection and hardware rejuvenation techniques.
During the massage, blood actively flows to the tissues, and metabolic processes accelerate. With each session, the skin and muscles are tightened, wrinkles are smoothed out, and the functioning of the sebaceous glands is normalized.
Plastic massage is recommended after 30-35 years, primarily for the treatment and prevention of age-related changes. The technique is also effective for acne and oily skin.
Technique
When performing plastic facial massage, no special means are used. The procedure is performed using dry face or talcum powder. To work through tissues, superficial and deep kneading techniques are mainly used.
Kneading, fixing, vibrating and stroking movements are carried out strictly along massage lines and alternate with each other. All movements are made with effort and pressure.
The course includes 10-15 procedures with an interval of 1-2 days.
Indications
- Wrinkles and folds.
- Reduced turgor.
- Flaccid and flabby skin.
- Descent of the soft tissues of the face.
- Changes in muscle tone: hypotonicity or hypertonicity.
- Edema.
- Excess adipose tissue (jowls, double chin).
- Unhealthy complexion.
- Oily and problematic skin.
Contraindications
In addition to infection, serious general diseases and acute inflammatory skin diseases, plastic massage is not recommended for rosacea and increased fragility of blood vessels.
Effect of the procedure
As a result, you get a radiant, beautiful, youthful face.
- The color became healthy and even, hyperpigmentation was reduced.
- The turgor and tone of the skin have increased, sagging has been eliminated, and the relief has been leveled.
- Wrinkles, folds and creases were smoothed out.
- The cheeks were tightened, the jowls and nasolabial folds were gone.
- The oval became clear, the double chin “resolved”.
- The swelling, bags under the eyes, and puffiness are gone.
- Cheekbones are outlined.
- Eyebrows, eyelids, and corners of lips rose.
- Ptosis (drooping) of tissues has decreased.
- Lips have become fuller.
- The nose has acquired a neat appearance, there is no pecking tip and a rough shape.
- The skin is moderately moisturized, there is no peeling or oily sheen.
- The rashes have decreased.
- Acne marks, scars, scars have been erased.
Myofascial facial massage
The technique involves influencing the fascia (connective tissue membranes) of muscles and neurovascular bundles. The master works on all muscle tension, as a result of which muscle tension is relieved, blood circulation is restored, and headaches go away.
After a course of procedures, the skin is noticeably tightened, fine wrinkles disappear, deep wrinkles become less noticeable.
Myofascial facial massage is primarily recommended for women 30-40 years old for skin lifting. The effect of the procedure is comparable to the results of injection and surgical circular lifting.
Technique and features
Myofascial facial massage is most often performed without the use of cosmetics. The technique involves deep work of connective tissue using kneading, stretching and twisting techniques.
Sequence of procedure:
- Makeup remover
- Applying talcum powder or cosmetic oil.
- Kneading the tendon helmet of the head, kneading the fascia of the face and neck.
- Twisting of the skin under the chin.
- Twisting techniques in the parotid area.
- Ear massage.
- Stretching the forehead and cheekbones.
Indications
Myofascial facial massage is indicated for the treatment and prevention of age-related changes. It is recommended for sagging and swelling of the skin, excess subcutaneous fat, sagging soft tissues, and enlarged skin pores. The technique is also used as a rehabilitation procedure after plastic surgery.
Contraindications
- Inflammatory skin changes.
- Allergic rashes.
- Scratches, abrasions, hematomas in the affected area.
- Cuperosis.
- General and local infectious process.
- Severe somatic diseases.
Why does facial massage become necessary as you age?
The skin of the face ages under the influence of changes occurring in the body. This process is influenced by the following factors:
- muscle spasms;
- incorrect posture and neck position;
- decrease in the volume of bone structures that occurs with age;
- skin type features;
- influence of the sun;
- facial expressions;
- incorrectly selected type of skin care;
- Lifestyle.
As the body ages, the elasticity of the skin and its tone change. The reason for this is that blood circulation is impaired and the volume of skin structures becomes smaller. Thinning also occurs in the outer layer of the skin, which is accompanied by a decrease in the fat layer.
When exposed to the sun, the skin dries and pigmentation appears. Due to hypertonicity of the facial muscles and poor lymph flow, drooping of the eyebrows and forehead occurs, which is accompanied by the formation of folds on the eyelids. The line of the nasolabial triangle also becomes more noticeable, the facial contour drops, and a flabby double chin appears.
In addition, with age, calcium is washed out of the body and muscle hypertonicity appears, which leads to a decrease in the volume of the skull bones and the formation of sagging and folds.
That is why facial muscle massage is rightfully one of the most important daily skin care procedures. Thanks to it, the texture of the skin improves, it becomes younger and healthier, stimulation processes are launched in the deep layers, cell regeneration begins, muscles relax and return to normal. Thanks to massage, you can get rid of stress and nervous tension.
If you do the procedure regularly, the result will be immediately noticeable - the skin will become younger, the appearance will be transformed.
The benefits of facial massage are that it helps:
- reduce the number of wrinkles and prevent them;
- tighten pores;
- relieve tension;
- carry out a natural facelift;
- rejuvenate the skin at the cellular level;
- increase blood circulation;
- saturate the skin with nourishing ingredients.
Before carrying out the procedure, it is necessary to understand the existing types of facial massage and their features.
Lymphatic drainage facial massage
When the flow of lymph through the lymphatic vessels slows down, excess fluid and toxins accumulate in the tissues. As a result, swelling appears, the skin becomes pasty, and the complexion becomes unhealthy.
Lymphatic drainage facial massage is aimed at activating the outflow of lymph, therefore all massage techniques are carried out along the lymphatic vessels towards the nearest lymph nodes.
After a course of procedures, swelling goes away, the face looks fresh and rested, and overall health improves.
Indications for use
Any woman should take care of her face with self-massage, and she should start as early as possible. Ideally, from the age of 20. The sooner you start, the longer your youth will last.
Self-massage of the face should become mandatory from the age of 30, when the skin becomes mature and the aging mechanisms begin. This procedure is as integral a part of life as brushing your teeth and washing your hair.
There is no upper age limit. Massage will have an effect at any age.
Main indications and contraindications
Cosmetologists prescribe massage to women over 25 years of age to prevent early signs of aging, as well as after 40 years of age to combat age-related changes. Main indications for the cosmetic procedure:
- wrinkles and pigmentation;
- dry, saggy skin;
- floating oval face;
- enlarged pores;
- unhealthy skin tone;
- increased sebum secretion.
Contraindications to the procedure include herpes, dermatitis, abrasions and wounds on the face, and increased intracranial pressure. You should not massage your face if you have rosacea and fragile capillaries, during the recovery period after peeling and dermabrasion. ARVI with elevated temperature and poor general condition becomes a temporary ban on the procedure.
Contraindications
Facial massage should not be performed in case of colds, as well as in case of various inflammatory reactions on the skin - acne, rosacea, including herpes and injuries (abrasions, scratches). You can start massage after the exacerbation has passed, or after the onset of remission.
For rosacea, preference is given to lighter lymphatic drainage massage techniques. As for botulinum toxin injections and fillers, massage can begin three weeks after the administration of the drugs.
How quickly will the effect appear and what kind?
Depending on the type of massage and technique, you can see basic results such as reduced swelling and lifting. These effects are usually noticeable after the first procedure. With regular massage or completing a course, muscle tone and microcirculation improve, the oval of the face is corrected, the severity of facial wrinkles is reduced, and general tissue rejuvenation occurs. Don’t forget about the neurosedative effect of massage, which helps reduce stress and relax.
What types of massage should you try at home?
Hand massage
Just a few minutes of self-massage a day will improve lymph flow and add radiance to the skin. It's simple: in the morning and evening, while cleansing the skin or applying cream, add soft massage movements.
Massage with a sonic brush
This is one of the most versatile massage options, since such devices also include a cleansing function. Ideally complements daily makeup remover, helping to deeply cleanse pores without damaging the skin. Some of these gadgets also work as independent facial massagers, providing a powerful lymphatic drainage effect.
Cleansing and toning facial massager Luna 3 FOREO
17 999 ₽
Multi-frequency face brush D687 Bork
17 000 ₽
Facial massage brush Sonic Cleaner Dermofuture
3 100 ₽
Microcurrents
Recently, myostimulation has become available at home thanks to special gadgets. With the help of current pulses, they set the muscles in motion, which helps to increase their tone and improve blood supply.
Myostimulation massager PureLift™ Face PureLift
38 500 ₽
Microcurrent therapy device Trinity Nuface
17 000 ₽
Microcurrent facial massager Okachi Gliya
12 700 ₽
Roller massage or gua sha
Many people have already fallen in love with gadgets made from natural stones - chilled rollers and gua sha are ideal for combating morning puffiness and signs of fatigue. With a roller you can massage any mask, and with the help of gouache you can perform a massage for relaxation and muscle stretching.
Face Moving Payot Roller
3 390 ₽
Rose quartz roller (silver) Quarz
3 400 ₽
Guasha Stones Face Fit
1 300 ₽
The effectiveness of massage against wrinkles
Properly performed anti-aging massage for wrinkles is a worthy alternative to plastic surgery. The effectiveness of the procedure can be assessed after 2–3 sessions. Positive results are manifested in the following:
- Skin color improves by activating lymphatic drainage and improving blood circulation in soft tissues.
- The facial muscles are strengthened, due to which the oval of the face is tightened, elasticity increases, the double chin, jowls, and nasolabial folds disappear.
- Dead cells are actively exfoliated, which promotes active cleansing and narrowing of pores, normalizing the functioning of the sebaceous glands.
- Deep wrinkles become invisible, and small ones are completely smoothed out.
- Puffiness is eliminated, bags and bruises under the eyes disappear, the face looks refreshed, rested, and rejuvenated.
The procedure has a healing effect not only on the skin of the face, but also on the entire body. Massage manipulations have a beneficial effect on the functioning of internal organs and systems, improve overall well-being, relieve stress and tension, and stimulate the immune system.
