Often, having noticed in the mirror wrinkles and fine lines, women feel that is the skins fault. That’s why they begin to take care of their skin especially on the face and neck – they buy all types of creams from anti-wrinkle to anti-aging serums, they make masks, peels or purchase other home and salon skin care procedures.
Two big factors are our skin is prone to both chrono and photo aging, so with age it really requires more and more care. But the signs of aging that we see on the skin is just the surface of the skin.
In fact, the appearance of wrinkles, sagging, fine lines is associated not only with aging of the skin, but also with age-related changes in the bones of the skull, our muscles and blood vessels. Simply, these changes are hidden from our eyes, and therefore we often do not give them the proper value.
Benefits of facial massage
Fortunately, our muscles are capable of self-renewal. You know perfectly well that if you train your body, then at almost any age your muscles will become more dense and elastic, and the body looks and feels more fit. The muscles of the face are no exception.
- With the help of face, neck and décolleté massage, you can relax the stressed muscles and tone the weakened ones. As a result, the face oval will be tightened, wrinkles and fine lines will smooth out or decrease.
- During the massage improves blood circulation – increases the flow of arterial blood and skin cells, gets more nutrients and oxygen. As a result, the complexion of the skin improves, and the aging process slows down. Improving the outflow of venous blood and lymph, facial massage helps to eliminate swelling and has a lifting effect.
- Massage also affects the nervous system – it removes emotional tension and other consequences of stress. Endorphins are produced – hormones of joy, happiness and pleasure. It raises ones mood, and promotes improvements on your general health and state of mind.
A typical facial massage session doesn’t usually last longer than 20 minutes. Massage that lasts too long or too often may actually stretch or lengthen the facial muscles. Facial massage is a great way to get the blood flowing again and to achieve a healthy glow. Regular monthly facial massages also work to tighten and lift the facial muscles, giving the skin a more youthful appearance. It’s no wonder it has been called an anti-aging treatment!