Anti-wrinkle massage - corrective facial massage and various techniques

A woman who has self-massage skills, or who visits a cosmetologist and massage therapist, always looks younger. Unfortunately, it is impossible to completely stop skin aging. Wrinkles, jowls, and age spots become more active under stress, poor diet, and poor sleep.

But don’t despair that at 30 or 40 years old your first wrinkles begin to appear. Learn how to massage yourself or find a good specialist who will make your skin better and more beautiful in just 10 sessions.

When do you need a massage for wrinkles?

Massage is beneficial at any age. You can start at the age of 20-25, when the skin is still young, toned and elastic. Early facial skin care helps prolong youth, reduce the number of wrinkles, and maintain a beautiful oval.

Don’t be discouraged if age-related changes are already noticeable, because most of them can be corrected with the right cosmetics, care products and massage.

You can understand that it’s time to start doing massage by the following signs:

wrinkles, including small expression wrinkles in the corners of the eyes and on the forehead;
uneven complexion, age spots;
double chin;
skin aging;
decreased skin elasticity;
shaved.

Facial skin care is also recommended in case of disruption of the sebaceous glands, which manifests itself in the form of acne or dry epidermis.

Why do wrinkles appear?

Do you think that everything is simple here - wrinkles reward us for every year we live? In fact, skin aging is caused by a number of reasons that are associated not only with age-related changes.

Wrinkles are folds in the skin that appear due to lack of hydration, elastin and excessive facial activity.

7 reasons why wrinkles appear:

Physiological aging.
Negative influence of the sun.
Mimic activity.
Diets and hunger strikes.
Abrupt climate change.
Improper home care.
Emotional experiences and stress.

Now let's look at each of the reasons in detail.

Reason 1: physiological aging

Elastin and collagen maintain skin turgor and moisture.

Turgor is the elasticity of the skin and its ability to return to its original position.

The less elastin and collagen produced, the less moisture the skin receives, which is why wrinkles form.

Reason 2: negative influence of the sun

Ultraviolet radiation destroys collagen fibers and intercellular structures of the skin. This leads to loss of moisture and the appearance of not only wrinkles, but also age spots.

Reason 3: facial activity

Wrinkles appear when we show emotions: we laugh, frown or are surprised. Such folds are called mimic folds. Don’t rush to put on a stony face or stop smiling - facial wrinkles can be removed with the help of procedures or massage.

Reason 4: diets and hunger strikes

Are you addicted to strict diets or don’t have time to eat normally? The skin will immediately give a distress signal. If the body does not receive the required amount of food, it will use reserves from subcutaneous tissue to maintain the functioning of internal organs.

Another sign of skin dehydration is its grayish color.

Reason 5: sudden climate change

Moving to a region with a climate that is too cold or hot will affect the functions of the skin and blood vessels that are involved in the blood supply and nutrition of cells. Collagen production is reduced due to lack of nutrients, and wrinkles appear on the skin.

Reason 6: improper home care

Choose cosmetics taking into account your skin type, age and ingredients. It’s better to trust a professional and pack your makeup bag after consulting with a cosmetologist. You will definitely be sure that the products will not harm the skin and will maintain its youth for as long as possible.

Reason 7: emotional distress and stress

At this time, the skin begins to experience nutritional deficiency and loses its natural color and elasticity. This can lead to wrinkles even at a young age.

Have you found mistakes in your lifestyle and skin care? Don't worry - they can be corrected and wrinkles can be eliminated. Let’s immediately make a reservation that only superficial and median wrinkles can be removed, and a plastic surgeon will help with deep ones. We will discuss the types of wrinkles in detail below.

The main thing in the fight for beautiful and healthy skin is an integrated approach. Live a healthy lifestyle, get regular facial massages and try beauty treatments for that wow factor.

Contraindications

Despite the versatility and safety of the procedure, massage has several contraindications:

disease of the lymph nodes and blood;
tumors at the massage sites;
any inflammatory diseases;
increased fragility of skin blood vessels;
a large number of moles;
allergies and other skin rashes;
wounds cuts insect bites;
sinusitis and sinusitis in the acute stage;
neuritis of the facial nerves.

Many women experience increased sensitivity of the skin on their face, so massage causes discomfort. In this case, you should not completely abandon the procedure; you can reduce the pressure or use special “soft” techniques.

If skin problems are caused by internal diseases, then you first need to cure them.

It is worth correcting cosmetic defects only after eliminating the cause of the defects, if any. For example, excessive dry skin can be caused by poor diet, lack of fluid and beneficial microelements. If changes occur gradually and are associated with age and working conditions, then you can immediately begin massage.

Smoothing masks - getting rid of wrinkles

The most popular remedy for smoothing out wrinkles among women is homemade cosmetic masks. Despite the fact that these products are not manufactured in equipped laboratories using high technology, there are many benefits from using smoothing masks:

The substances in the masks promote the production of collagen, which is necessary for skin elasticity;
Cell activity is activated;
Metabolic processes in the skin are normalized;
Smoothing masks have a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin: they treat acne and rashes, nourish, moisturize and restore;
With regular use, results are visible after 4-5 procedures.

Preparation for the procedure

To begin with, it is worth deciding on the frequency of the procedure.

It is advisable to do corrective facial massage 2-3 times a week with a minimum break of one day. If there are few wrinkles and the skin is still young, then 6-7 days are enough. Aging skin requires a larger number of sessions, 10-12.

To maintain the effect, repeat the course every 3-6 months.

Between courses, you can do self-massage daily while applying the cream, after morning and evening washing.

The first and almost the most important rule of any massage is relaxation. The muscles should not be tense, so you should create a comfortable environment, turn on relaxing music, and you can arrange aromatherapy. Do not massage if you are in a bad mood: the movements will be rough and ineffective.

Prepare cream or lotion. The product should be moisturizing and suitable for your skin type. Before use, make sure you are not allergic to it.

Many people use baby cream or baby lotion. These products are really suitable for facial skin, but the cream is too heavy for the delicate epidermis and can clog pores.

Prepare your face for the procedure. Remove makeup, cleanse skin and wipe with toner.

Heat baths help open pores and improve blood circulation. Steam your skin over a hot herbal bath or place a hot towel on your face. Watch how you feel so that your face is not too hot.

Classic massage technique

Classic massage is suitable for girls and women of all ages. It can be done both to prevent wrinkles and to smooth them out. Do a classic massage in front of a mirror with clean hands after preliminary preparation of the facial skin.

Start with the upper eyelid. Stretch the skin slightly with two fingers in different directions to smooth out wrinkles.
Raise your eyebrows as if in surprise, stretch your lips into a smile without exposing your teeth.
Smile slightly, press the corners of your lips with your fingertips and make a rotational movement, first in one direction, then in the other. The pressure should not be strong.
Pull your lips into a tube, you can blow lightly.
Using your fingertips, stretch the folds near your nose to the corners of your eyes. Pull your lips into a tube.
Stretch the corners of your mouth in different directions with your index fingers, exposing your teeth.
Run your fingertips under your eyes, massaging the lower eyelid.
Place 3-4 fingers of each hand on both sides of your forehead. Slightly move the skin towards the temples, smoothing out facial wrinkles.

You can perform a classic massage regularly, for example, after a bath. If you do it in the morning, swelling after sleep will go away, circles under the eyes will decrease, and traces of lack of sleep will disappear.

The most effective techniques

In modern cosmetology, there are a huge variety of types of massage techniques. They are all good and effective in their own way:

Vacuum. It is considered very effective for eliminating swelling, scars and age spots, and improving blood circulation. There are two execution techniques: static and kinetic. In the first case, cups are placed on problem areas for a certain time, massage cream is not used. Kinetic technique is the movement of cups over skin lubricated with massage oil. Kinetic can be done at home, static is better in the salon.
Pinch massage for Jacquet. The result in the form of smoothing out wrinkles is achieved using pinches of varying intensity. This is a complex technique, and doing it yourself can lead to the opposite result, so it’s better to do it in a salon.
Sculpting or plasticizing is called non-surgical lifting. This technique requires knowledge of anatomy and should only be done by an experienced specialist.
Kobido. It is 500 years old and has been passed down from generation to generation by selected masters. It is considered one of the most effective. The effect is not on muscles or skin, but on energy meridians and acupuncture points, harmonizing human Qi energy. Massage techniques are numerous and varied; needless to say, it should be done by a professional.

For wrinkles around the eyes

Cryomassage has a good effect in the fight against crow's feet. Using two ice cubes, make smoothing movements along the massage lines around the eyes. The massage for wrinkles around the eyes lasts no more than 5 minutes, it is carried out very carefully, without stopping at the points, so as not to overcool the thin skin of the eyelids. You can freeze herbal decoctions with a few drops of essential oils.

This type of rubbing will allow you to remove not only wrinkles and crow's feet, but also overhanging eyebrows and bags under the eyes. Do it for 7-10 sessions with breaks, 5 times, unless otherwise stated:

Place your fingers on your temples. Do 10 circles clockwise.
Using gentle pressure, move your fingers from the temple to the nose along the bone below, reach the inner corner of the eye, then to the area under the eyebrow and back.
Lightly press first the lower, then the upper eyelid with your fingertips.
Walk over the area around the eyes with light tapping fingers - 10 circles.
Place your finger with the edge on your temple so that the nail is directed towards the hair, turn your finger over to your nose. With these movements, make five approaches towards the nose along the bone under the eye. Do the same above the eye from the inner corner of the eye to the temple under the eyebrow.
Lightly press the area near the outer corner of the eye 10 times, move along the cheekbone with rolling movements to the inner corner, make 10 pressures. Go back under the eyebrow in the same way.
Pass under the eyebrow from the nose to the temple with circular rubbing, then back along the top of the cheekbone.
Repeat the previous technique with patting movements.

For forehead wrinkles

The simplest massage for facial wrinkles on the forehead can be done independently, during morning or evening care: apply the cream to the area being worked on, using circular movements of your fingers to easily rub it into the skin along the massage lines. Massage with cupronickel or silver spoons is very effective against longitudinal frontal wrinkles. Daily rejuvenating procedure:

Make stroking movements from the center of the forehead to the temples 10 times.
Index and middle fingers above the bridge of the nose, move in a circular motion to the temples 5 times.
Place both palms on the forehead (one above the other), move the skin in different directions 4-5 times.
Using pinches, move from the center of the forehead to the temples, then also tap 5 times from the center to the temples.
Finish with light pats on the forehead.

Anti-aging

A very good anti-aging effect is achieved after a session of myofascial massage. This is a deep massage for rejuvenation, in which the master acts on the fascia - the connective tissue covering the muscles. By breaking muscle tension, the specialist returns the muscles to a relaxed position, smoothing out wrinkles. The plucking technique helps to effectively improve skin tone and tighten the oval of the face.

Japanese massage technique

The beauty and youth of Japanese women is associated not only with proper nutrition, but also with a special facial massage technique - asaha. It is widely used in many countries. You can order such a massage in expensive beauty salons, but in order to save money, it is enough to look and familiarize yourself with the technique in order to learn how to do it yourself.

Japanese massage is aimed at eliminating sagging skin, smoothing wrinkles, and straightening the oval of the face. It’s not at all difficult to do, but it’s important to prepare yourself mentally, relax and enjoy the process.

Basic movement.
Remember this exercise as the most important thing - the massage begins with it and every movement ends. It’s done like this: use your fingertips to draw a line from the middle of the forehead to the neck near the ears. After the neck, go down to the collarbone.
Exercise against swelling and wrinkles around the eyes.
Place the pads of your middle fingers on your upper eyelid at the inner corners of your eyes. Using light pressure, move your finger along the surface of the upper eyelid to the outer corner of the eyes. Stay on this area for 3 seconds, pressing lightly on the corner of your eye.
Then make a semicircle, reaching the inner corner of the eye, stop here for 3 seconds and return to the outer corner of the eyes along the lower eyelid. It turns out that you will go through the upper eyelid once, and through the lower eyelid twice. Repeat the exercise at a slow pace for about 1 minute.
Exercise against wrinkles in the corners of the mouth and chin.
Place the index and middle fingers of each hand on the hollow of your chin, applying gentle pressure to the area. Slowly move upward, moving around your lips to the hollow under your nose. Press this area again. Repeat the exercise three times.
Exercise for a beautiful oval face.
Another exercise in Japanese technique for lifting the face, improving the oval. Place your outstretched palms with the largest part of your hand on your chin, and then, pressing on your face, move your hand to the tragus of your ear. Start the movement again from the chin, but first to the cheekbone, stay at this point for a few seconds, and then move your palms to your ears.
Exercise against double chin.
Place your open palms on your chin with your fingers pointing towards your ears. Pressing on the neck muscles, lift your palm up towards the tragus of your ears.

Finish each exercise with a basic movement. After finishing the massage, it is recommended to drink warm water and relax in a calm environment.

How to do a facial massage correctly

After 30 years, facial massage against wrinkles should be done every two weeks, or a course of 10-15 sessions 2-3 times a year lasting 15-20 minutes. A massage cream or cosmetic oil is applied to the face; you can use essential oil with an anti-aging effect: almond, grape seed, olive. At home, the easiest way to master lymphatic drainage or acupressure massages is, but you need to be sure that you do everything correctly, along the massage lines, because incorrect massage is harmful.

Self-massage

Self-massage for the face against wrinkles is performed while standing in front of a mirror. When you master the technique well, you can do it lying down, it is more effective and promotes greater relaxation. Basic rules of self-massage:

the face must be clean;
hair from the face should be hidden under a cap or bandage;
hands should be clean, nails short;
do along massage lines from the center of the face to the periphery;
start from the forehead, gradually moving down, ending with the neck;
basic massage techniques: light stroking, rubbing, pinching, patting.

Self-massage is performed using simple techniques along massage lines. Don't stretch the skin or rub too hard. If you are not sure of the correctness of your manipulations, it is better to consult with a cosmetologist and ask him to show you a few movements. Main massage lines:

from the middle of the forehead to the temples;
from the center of the bridge of the nose along the eyebrows to the temples;
from the outer corner of the eye along the cheekbone to the inner corner, then under the eyebrow to the outer corner;
from the wings of the nose to the temples;
from the nasolabial fold to the temples;
from the corner of the lips to the middle of the ear;
from the middle of the lower edge of the lips to the lobe;
from the bottom of the chin to the earlobe.

Massager

A massager will help you achieve good results in the difficult struggle for youth. There are many different massagers on the beauty market: from mechanical rollers to electric ones with a vibration effect, equipped with ultrasound or infrared radiation. The following rules apply to the use of all types of massagers:

clean your face before the procedure;
moisturize your face with nourishing cream and massage oil;
perform strictly along massage lines: from the center of the face to the periphery;
duration from 15 minutes to half an hour, depending on the intensity of the impact: the lower the intensity, the longer the session;
Once completed, apply a soothing cream and rest.

Chinese massage technique

The Chinese also take care of their health and beauty, performing a tightening facial massage to prevent and eliminate wrinkles.

You should start from the temples. Press them with your fingertips for 10 seconds. In the future, after each exercise you need to return to this point.
Place the fingers of both hands above your eyebrows so that they meet in the middle of your forehead. Pressing on the skin, move your fingers to the temples, stay in this area for a couple of seconds, and return to the starting position. This exercise is useful for wrinkles on the forehead.
To remove wrinkles near the nasolabial triangle, place your fingers at the edge of the nostrils and press on these areas for 10 seconds.
Place the fingers of one hand parallel to the floor above your head and the finger of the other hand also parallel to the floor under your lower lip. Apply pressure for 15 seconds. This exercise has a general strengthening effect on the body, rejuvenates, and prevents the appearance of wrinkles.

Chinese massage takes about 3 minutes. You can do it every day, for example, during breaks at work.

How to remove wrinkles: how to remove different types of wrinkles?

Wrinkles vary in depth and location. Each type has its own nuances and requires a special approach.

Based on the depth of occurrence, there are 3 types of wrinkles:

Superficial wrinkles

Why do they appear? The cause of these faint lines is dehydration of the skin. Dehydration occurs due to insufficient hydration, prolonged exposure to the sun and poor diet.

How to remove wrinkles? Thoroughly moisturize and nourish the skin well, then wrinkles will gradually smooth out. Properly selected care and a healthy lifestyle while maintaining water balance will help you.

Which salon procedure to choose? "Biorevitalization".

How does it work?

Median wrinkles

Why do they appear? Without proper care, superficial wrinkles deepen and turn into median wrinkles. The second reason is the destruction of collagen fibers as a result of age-related changes, ultraviolet radiation or lack of nutrition.

How to remove wrinkles? Use cosmetic procedures: massage or peeling, and do not forget about high-quality home skin care.

Which salon procedure to choose? "Botulinum therapy".

How does it work? The procedure blocks facial muscle activity and reduces the appearance of wrinkles.

Deep wrinkles

Why do they appear? The reason lies in weakening muscle tone and sagging tissue. Such wrinkles are pronounced and clearly visible.

How to remove wrinkles? Cosmetic procedures or plastic surgery will come to the rescue. Deep wrinkles cannot be completely removed, but you can make them much less noticeable.

What zones of wrinkles are identified?

Area around the eyes and neck

Wrinkles on the neck are also called rings of Venus, and around the eyes - crow's feet.

Why do they arise? The area around the eyes and neck are very sensitive. The reason is that in these places the skin is thin and there are no sebaceous glands, so it lacks moisture. Wrinkles on the neck occur due to incorrect posture.

What's special? Wrinkles in these areas appear already at a young age. Give them attention as early as possible.

How to remove wrinkles around the eyes and neck? Try the Biorevitalization procedure to replenish fluid volume or mesotherapy products to nourish and brighten the skin.

Forehead area and eyebrow area

Why do they arise? Watch your facial expressions: how you smile or frown, how you are surprised or scared. Eyebrows actively move in response to our emotions, which is why facial wrinkles appear in this area.

What's special? Expression wrinkles are easy to treat, and you can get rid of them.

How to remove wrinkles on the forehead? Try botulinum therapy to reduce facial expression.

Wrinkle area around the mouth

Why do they arise? Transverse wrinkles above the upper lip are also called purse-string wrinkles. They are located between the lip and nose, and become more pronounced over the years. It's all about age-related changes and loss of elasticity.

What's special? The area around the mouth is an area of increased facial activity, so it is affected not only by the aging process, but also by the work of the facial muscles.

How to remove wrinkles around the mouth? The botulinum therapy procedure will reduce facial activity, and filling wrinkles with soft fillers will help consolidate the effect.

Spoon massage technique

There is one interesting massage technique that involves using a regular tablespoon. Additionally, you will need a herbal decoction; you can use a decoction of chamomile, calendula, or any other herbs, as well as olive oil.

Dip a spoon into the cold broth. Apply it first to the lower and then to the upper eyelid.
Puff out your cheeks and stroke them with a heated spoon. Repeat 10 times. Please note that the spoon should not be very hot to avoid burns.
Lightly heat a spoon and coat it with olive oil. Apply spoons to the base of the eyebrows, and use circular movements to work the area of the forehead to the temples.
Apply a heated spoon to the tips of the wings of your nose and use clapping movements to treat the cheek area. Then dip a spoon into the broth and walk through this area again.

A special effect is achieved by changing the temperature of the spoons. First, you can massage your face with heated devices, and then cool them in the broth and treat problem areas of the face again. This opens pores, reduces them, smooths out wrinkles and improves the shape of the face.

Italian massage technique

Italian massage for the oval face can be performed no more than once a week. It is effective in reducing skin elasticity, wrinkles of any depth, helps to even out the oval of the face and eliminates jowls.

This technique was developed by plastic surgeons and is aimed at preserving youth. The effectiveness of the technique is so high that many doctors recommend it as an alternative to cosmetic surgery. Massage activates blood circulation, increases muscle tone, and accelerates lymph flow.

The only drawback of Italian massage is the difficulty in doing it yourself. It should be performed by a specialist who is very familiar with this technique and knows how to work with the lymphatic system.

Lymphatic drainage massage

Lymphatic drainage massage against facial wrinkles is carried out in beauty salons using manual and machine methods. It is not recommended to do it yourself - there are too many subtleties to take into account, and if done incorrectly, there is a risk of disrupting the body’s functioning.

Manually it is possible to correct minor age-related changes - shallow wrinkles, large pores. If the skin has lost its elasticity, pigment spots and sagging have appeared, then a hardware technique is used.

Read more about all the methods in our article.

Professional massage

Some types of massage should not be practiced on your own due to the complexity of implementation. They are highly effective, but can cause harm if the technology is not followed.

The most common types of professional massage.

Myofascial.

Cosmetologists call it a non-surgical facelift. The peculiarity of this technique is that it works not on muscles, but on connective tissue. Thanks to this massage, spasms are relieved and the oval of the face is improved.

Sculptural.

This is a procedure aimed at influencing points on the face through the mouth. It is rarely used because it can cause pain and discomfort, and few massage therapists practice it.

Vacuum.

It is carried out with special cosmetic jars that create a vacuum. This massage smooths out wrinkles and relieves swelling.

There are other types of anti-wrinkle massage. You can try different techniques to find the most comfortable and effective one. When choosing a massage therapist, keep these general tips in mind.

Common mistakes when doing self-massage

You will see the results of the massage after 3-5 sessions. If there is no effect, then check whether you are making the most common mistakes.

Insufficient cleansing. A procedure performed with dirty hands on skin with makeup residue and dirt will not be beneficial. Open pores become a gateway for infections, so the risk of infection is quite high. And if after the session rashes, redness, and pustules appear on your face, then be more attentive to cleansing.
Irregularity. Get a massage regularly without skipping sessions. 2-3 procedures per week are enough to maintain skin tone.
Wrong time. The human body loves systematicity. And if you do self-massage regularly at the same time, the result will be more noticeable.
Chaotic movements. You cannot spontaneously move your fingers and palm over your face. It is important to take into account the location of the massage lines, along which you need to keep the direction.

Number of procedures and frequency

Many people are interested in the question of how often you can do a facial massage. If you use the classic technique, Guasha massage or roller, then you can perform the procedure at least every day. However, it is important not to overdo it: 5–7 minutes is enough, during the session you should avoid excessive pressure on the skin, and you should not use peeling products immediately after the massage.

Carrying out the procedure less frequently is also acceptable; the effect will be noticeable even if you perform 2-3 procedures per week. But it is important to remember that regularity is important, so try not to skip pre-planned manipulations. Patience and self-organization will allow you to see positive results within a few weeks.

On average, massage will need to be done in courses from 8 to 20 sessions. To maintain the effect between courses, it is recommended to use special care and apply all products along massage lines.

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Do massage yourself or turn to professionals?

There are a large number of anti-wrinkle massage techniques. Many of them can be carried out at home, which does not require any experience or special knowledge. You will not be able to harm yourself if you follow the technology and basic safety rules.

But self-massage is more suitable for the prevention and elimination of minor cosmetic problems.

If the skin fades, there are serious age-related changes, then it is better to turn to professionals. When choosing a massage therapist, consider the following points.

Experience.

The more a specialist works in the field of cosmetology, the higher the chances of getting an excellent result.

Specialization.

A massage therapist must be able to work with facial skin. It has its own characteristics and requires more careful treatment than the skin on other parts of the body.

Massage technique.

Many massage therapists use their own massage techniques in practice, but a specialist must also be able to perform massage using other, most common techniques.

Place of work.

Ideally, a massage therapist should have his own office, isolated from others. It’s good if a specialist takes care of the comfort of clients, including relaxing music and dimming the lights. A massage at home on the couch surrounded by strangers will not bring pleasure and will not help you fully relax.

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