The popular beauty blogger continues to reveal the secrets of oriental techniques. Alena Sobol spent many years in Japan, studying the cultures of the Land of the Rising Sun. She also mastered the intricacies of facial care and massage techniques. The girl was struck by the beauty of oriental women, which persists into old age. Japanese women do not hide the peculiarities of skin care; they willingly share ancient techniques that also help improve their emotional state. Due to translation difficulties, the Asahi Zogan technique was not previously available. Today, everyone can master the rejuvenating manipulations of Japanese facial massage thanks to the work “Become 10 years younger.”
Features of the technique
Asahi Zogan proposed the technique to be used by Yukuko Tanaka, bringing together ancient knowledge. While working as a stylist, she looked for natural rejuvenation methods for her clients. The principles of self-massage take into account not only age characteristics, but also the shape of the face.
There are such types of Japanese cosmetic massage as Shiatsu and Kobido. Distinctive features of the first are the activation of certain points and the use of acupuncture techniques. At the same time, the skin does not stretch or smooth out. It is possible to improve color, structure, and reduce the depth of wrinkles due to the effect on energy centers.
Kobido is also an ancient technique; the main techniques are stroking and tapping in a certain rhythm. As a result, energy points are also affected, which allows you to speed up renewal processes and restore elasticity.
How did Zogan massage come about?
Let's go back to 2007 - then the book “Facial Massage” was published. Its author, Yukuko Tanaka, at that time gained fame as one of the best stylists in Japan. She adapted the work of cosmetologist Heroshi Hisashi and introduced a number of innovations and improvements to her exercises. This is how the concept of Zogan massage was born, which translated into Russian means “creating the face.”
Zogan is a facial massage that involves influencing the entire complex of facial tissues and lymph nodes of the face, thereby achieving rejuvenation and lymphatic drainage effect.
Yukuko Tanaka managed to popularize Japanese facial massage all over the world, which is not surprising, because the youthful appearance of Japanese women has always aroused genuine interest among women all over the world. In Russia and other countries of the former Soviet Union, due to an unknown coincidence, its alternative name has taken root - Asahi massage.
Just look at the photo of the author of the massage, Yukuko Tanaka - here she is slightly over 60, but she looks noticeably younger:
Indications for use
Anyone can master Alena Sobol's Japanese massage at home. All the details of the procedure to achieve the desired effect are described. The muscular frame of the face and neck is worked out, and the lymphatic system is also affected.
Indications for massage:
- dull, unhealthy color;
- puffiness, swelling;
- oval displacement;
- sagging skin;
- wrinkles of different depths;
- dark spots;
- acne, comedones;
- cheeks, jowls;
- weak cheekbones;
- double chin.
Attention! Thanks to oriental technology, you can not only cope with age-related changes. By influencing certain points, you can form an oval line, literally making a face. With regular use, it is easy to improve the condition of the skin and forget about hardware rejuvenating procedures.
Caution won't hurt
Before we get to the fun part, let’s outline the dangers that await us. Tsogan massage is not a medicine, but it also has its contraindications. Experts do not recommend Asahi Japanese rejuvenating facial massage for people with the following problems:
- rash on the face;
- rosacea and other pathological manifestations on the face;
- pharyngitis and otolaryngological abnormalities;
- there is an acute respiratory viral infection;
- diseases of the lymphatic system;
- chronic fatigue syndrome.
Girls and women whose faces have a thin subcutaneous fat layer should be especially careful about the lymphatic drainage procedure. Active gymnastics can lead to unnatural thinness of the face and thereby harm your health.
Tips for a quick skin check (video):
Japanese facial massage. Check your skin condition in 5 steps (test)
Efficiency of the procedure
Just 10 minutes of regular care is required to achieve the desired result. Simple movements affect the outflow of lymph and help remove excess fluid. You can become younger in just 10 minutes. in a day.
Blood circulation accelerates, cells are saturated with oxygen. With systematic daily practice, you can achieve lasting rejuvenation and solve major aesthetic problems.
The effect of Alena Sobol's massage:
- wrinkles are smoothed out;
- whitens age-related and photopigmentation;
- color improves;
- inflammation and irritation go away;
- manages to remove toxins and tighten pores;
- elasticity and firmness of the skin is restored;
- purulent inflammations and acne disappear;
- the synthesis of collagen and elastin is activated;
- bruises and swelling of the eyelids disappear;
- a clear oval line is restored;
- It is possible to shape cheekbones, reduce cheeks, and get rid of a double chin.
Execution Rules
To achieve the desired results, you must follow the procedure exactly. The effectiveness of massage is influenced by beauty rituals performed before the massage. Attention should also be paid to the composition of massage mixtures.
Rules:
- An obligatory step is cleansing the face and neck. For this purpose, soft, gentle products without aggressive components are used.
- Only natural ingredients are used for better glide. According to Alena Sobol’s “Get 10 Years Younger” method, you need to use only those oils that can be added to food without harm.
- Preparation must be carried out using rubbing movements performed with the same intensity.
- The movements are used with force, but the occurrence of pain is excluded.
- In the area of the lymph nodes, the pressure decreases. Before mastering the technique, it is recommended to study the layout of the lymphatic system of the face and neck.
- The technique for a thin face has its own characteristics. The main impact is directed to the upper part of the oval.
- The author recommends immediately after waking up, introducing massage as one of the daily morning rituals.
- The duration of the procedure does not exceed 10 minutes.
Important! The technique is based on the impact of the fingertips on the integument, so long nails are not allowed when performing it, as the integument can be injured.
Three pillars of Asahi self-massage
The “morning sun” massage technique (this is how the word “asahi” is translated from Japanese) has 3 fundamental differences from the European techniques that are familiar to us:
- Depth. During a regular massage, special creams and oils are applied to the facial skin, and then strokes are carried out according to the rules of massage lines. Only the upper layers of the epithelium are affected, and the deeper layers are not affected in any way. During the Japanese rejuvenating facial massage, Zogan (or Tsogan, as it is sometimes called) involves not only the skin, but also the facial muscles and connective tissues down to the cranial bones. For this, the entire palm is used, and not just the fingertips.
- Detoxification. Massage movements are designed to move along the lymphatic channels and activate the outflow of lymph from the areas where our lymph nodes are located. As a result, the face and cervical area are freed from toxins and their rejuvenation occurs.
- Increased tone of facial muscles. Zogan massage amazingly tones and strengthens facial muscle tissue, which has a beneficial effect on the clarity of contours, visibly refreshes the skin and makes wrinkles less noticeable.
Preparing for the session
Proper cleansing of the skin will speed up the removal of toxins and restore a healthy color. You can use thermal water or natural cosmetic milk. It is not difficult to prepare the cleansing mixture yourself.
To do this, you need to steam the oatmeal, and then strain the finished liquid. Use for cleansing before Asahi massage.
To perform this, the author recommends preparing a special nutritional mixture. To do this, you need to combine 100 ml of flaxseed, sunflower, olive oil, add 30 ml of burdock. Then add 20 ml of pharmaceutical vitamin E and a composition of juniper and orange esters.
For a volume of 350 ml of vegetable oils you will need 10 drops of esters. Be sure to test the finished massage oil on the elbow or wrist for a possible allergic reaction. If itching or burning occurs, use apricot or almond oil.
Preparation stages:
- cleanse your face with oat milk or cosmetic milk;
- take a comfortable position in front of the mirror;
- heat the nutritious oil to a temperature of 40–45°;
- You can proceed directly to the technique.
Solving possible problems after massage
Asahi facial massage has an intense effect on the skin, so it is necessary to closely monitor any changes and take timely measures.
Adhere to the following rules:
- Seek medical advice immediately if you notice new problem areas on your face that are visible to the naked eye.
- Sometimes a face may respond with acne to a massage product that is not suitable for it. In this case, you need to take a break until they disappear completely, and then try again with a different remedy.
- If your face has lost a lot of weight, stop the procedures until it restores its natural shape. This can be avoided by reducing the intensity of pressure on the skin during Tsogan facial massage.
- The opposite situation is also possible - if you use too oily a massage product, you can cause swelling, especially in the evening. Try doing a massage in the morning with a different oil.
- Using too little massage product can reduce the elastic properties of the skin - so this is not where you should be greedy.
Instructions for carrying out
Japanese technology can be divided into 4 stages . At the first stage, lymph flow is activated to relieve swelling and remove excess fluid. In the second, the forehead area is worked, in the third, the eyelid area.
The fourth and final step is to activate the skin around the lips. Each dose is repeated 3 times to maintain freshness, youth, and prevent aging. To model an oval, the quantity should be increased to 4–5 times.
Attention! When working on the area around the eyes, you need to reduce the intensity of pressure; the skin is very thin and easily stretched.
Step-by-step execution of Asahi:
- Press your temples with your palms and apply pressure to the base of the neck and collarbones. This technique is repeated after each exercise.
- Press your fingers to the center of your forehead and make smoothing movements towards your temples. Go back along the lymph flow line to the neck.
- Using light pressure, work the area from the outer corner of the eye to the inner. Fix for 2 seconds in the crow's feet area. Then, using more intense massaging movements, rub under the eyebrow from the outer corner to the inner one.
- Place your fingers on the center of your chin and apply pressure to the area of the nasolabial triangle. Movement along the nasolabial folds to the wings of the nose.
- Rub the nostrils and wings of the nose intensively. Then perform a circular slide from the cheekbones to the temples.
- Place your fingers on the center of your chin. Move with effort along the nasolabial triangle, lifting the cheeks. Then from the cheekbones return to the temples.
- Place one palm under your chin, touching your temple with your fingertips. The second palm applies diagonal pressure, moving the cheek to the inner corner of the eye. Return from the cheekbone down, then slide along the side of the neck. Repeat for the other side.
- Using the pads of the outer palms located at the base of the thumbs, perform smoothing movements from the nostrils of the nose to the temples diagonally.
- Perform the same exercise starting from the corners of the lips, leading diagonally to the temples.
- Repeat the previous exercise, this time placing the pads under the chin. Lead along the line of the lower jaw to the ear tragus.
- He folds his hands like a house, with his thumbs under his chin. The palms are in the nose area, the tips are on the bridge of the nose. Move your palms to the side, smoothing them towards your temples, stretching the skin with force.
- Rub the forehead area in a circular motion and complete the traditional exercise for lymph flow.
Exercise No. 2: getting rid of wrinkles on the forehead
An additional advantage of this exercise: it increases blood flow to the scalp and is great for invigorating.
How to do it:
- Place your hands at your hairline and press them towards your head as shown in the picture.
- Pull your scalp back a little with your hands.
- Curl your lips as if you were saying the letter "o" and look down. You should feel a stretch in your forehead muscles.
- Stay in this position for 10 seconds.
- Take a break for 10 seconds.
- Do 20 reps.
Alternative salon treatments
Professional performance will be provided by specialists in aesthetic medicine clinics. A wide range of cosmetic massage allows you to conduct Asahi, Shiatsu, Kobidu courses in a classical version. A special feature of Alena Sobol’s self-massage is the adaptation of the technique for home use. Minute manipulations allow you to achieve a lasting effect.
In the salon you can achieve amazing results after the course. There will be no need to master the technique and apply it daily. It is enough to undergo a professional massage no more than 2-3 times a year. Cost from 600 rub. up to 2000 rubles, duration 30–40 minutes. It is carried out with a frequency of 2 times a week on the same days, at approximately the same time. Similar techniques for home use can be found in Yulia Kovaleva.
Resources of our body
Indeed, after 35 years, many of us notice the first age-related changes. But we, like millions of women before us, dream of stopping time and being forever young, beautiful, sexy and attractive. Constantly rushing to beauty salons, expensive cosmetics, unsafe youth injections and facelifts, chemical peels - it is impossible to list all these painful and risky experiments on your appearance. And to our credit, it still helps. Few. Unless, of course, you take into account the mass of negative side reactions that are widely covered in the press. Yes, this does not need to be observed from the side. Can any of us personally note that we are quite satisfied with the results of these quests? Hardly. And all because we are trying to destroy the result of early skin aging. But not the reasons.
And aging can really be called early - after all, human resources are much greater, and scientists are talking about this today. You need to somehow help your skin so that it remains young and fresh longer. How?
Do not hurry! You shouldn’t buy all the expensive cosmetics in a row, wander from cosmetologist to cosmetologist, strive for a syringe, or, moreover, go under the knife. To find out this “code”, you need to look at the causes of skin aging and explore the mechanisms of aging. It’s not expensive masks and a good plastic surgeon that will help us, but ourselves! The secret really lies within ourselves. It is quite possible to stop time and allow yourself a long youth without plastic surgery. And this is reality! But more on that later. First, let's look at what the real reasons are and which ways to eliminate them work and which don't.
Precautionary measures
If the technique is violated, the skin may stretch, new wrinkles and creases may appear. If you ignore the cleansing stage and perform a massage without makeup remover, you can disrupt oxygen breathing and provoke the appearance of acne and comedones.
It is also not recommended to increase the intensity of exposure, this will not accelerate the effect. Couperose mesh may appear and skin sensitivity may develop.
Contraindications:
- dermatological diseases in the acute phase;
- viral, infectious pathologists;
- headaches, general malaise;
- malignant formations;
- postoperative period;
- pathology of the facial nerve;
- rosacea
Self-care for your skin will allow you to achieve professional results. Ancient eastern techniques have become available for home use. They will help not only to maintain freshness and velvety, but also to cope with various aesthetic problems.
