Modern facial massagers have found application as a means of preventing the formation of facial wrinkles, removing puffiness and clearing skin color. Due to the gentle effect of massage elements on skin cells, blood circulation improves, which leads to relaxation of muscles and smoothing of wrinkles, tightening of problem areas of the skin.
The effect of the face massager is not limited to cosmetic and aesthetic effects, it helps to improve sleep, relieve chronic headaches of various types and eye fatigue caused by sitting in front of the computer for a long time.
If the massage procedure is combined with nourishing masks and creams, you can achieve a significant effect - removing dirt from the pores, removing acne and treating the facial skin from various inflammatory processes.
Types of facial massagers
Now on sale there are about a dozen different types of massagers designed to massage the skin of the face and chin:
- Manual mechanical massagers. The traditional and most affordable option that appeared before the invention of electric massagers. Classic mechanical massagers consist of two coils of different sizes connected to each other. They are easy to use - you need to move stone, wood or plastic rollers over the skin, making rhythmic massage movements;
- Ultrasonic massagershelp to even out the skin, increase its smoothness and elasticity, help to produce collagen, which is responsible for youthful skin;
- Massagers with galvanic elementsserves as an effective remedy against the formation of facial and age wrinkles, cleans, rejuvenates and evens out the skin;
- Vacuum massagerseffectively cleans skin pores of impurities and blackheads, tightens the face and makes it more elastic and youthful;
- Masseurs workprinciple of myostimulation(special elastic massagers), tighten the skin and get rid of facial wrinkles, as well as significantly improve blood circulation and help remove toxins and other harmful substances from the skin;
- Laser massagerslaser rays penetrate deep into the subcutaneous layers, restore the epidermis and tone the skin. The laser has a positive effect on the color of the face and evens out fine wrinkles;
- Masseurs, sent to the skinmicro currents, is a remedy to get rid of deep wrinkles due to strong relaxation of facial muscles. They squeeze the skin well without aggressively interfering with its deep layers;
- Oxygen massagersfor the face, it helps to improve the metabolism of the skin and restore its natural elasticity;
- Massagers based on the movement of radio waves, similar to galvanic or laser devices. The main effect is skin tightening and smoothing of facial and age wrinkles.
How to use facial massage?
Although there are many types of facial massagers, there are some general rules for using them. First of all, you should pay attention to the concept of massage lines along the forehead, from the nose to the temples, around the eyes and from the chin to the temples. Masseurs should be directed in these directions. If you want to perform Chinese acupuncture massage, you need to study in detail the locations of biologically active points on the face that are connected to internal organs and other parts of the body by energy lines.
General guidelines for using facial massagers are as follows:
- The way to use a massager can vary a lot depending on its type, so it is best to first study the instructions in detail and familiarize yourself with the principle of operation of all the attachments presented in the kit. Different additives are often used for different areas of the face, and it is worth paying attention to this;
- The skin of the face is very delicate, so it is not recommended to massage for more than 15 minutes in a row, and it is better to limit it to 5 minutes in the first sessions;
- You should move the massager only along the massage lines and not press too hard on the skin in order not to damage the device;
- To get the maximum effect, it is best to use massagers a few hours before going to bed, this will speed up the regeneration of the epidermis at night;
- During acupressure, you must apply a series of intense pressures to the active points, combining the movement of the massager and the work of your fingers. It is better to knead the points with your fingers, and leave the mechanical device for a general facial massage;
- You need to move the massage slowly and not too hard, just gliding over the surface of the skin. It is better not to stand in one place for more than a few seconds;
- If the massager has an internal function to clean the skin pores, it is necessary to steam the face with hot water or steam before use;
- With an increased subcutaneous fat layer, massage movements should be more intense, but not painful;
- You should not do facial massage as a daily procedure, ideally it should not be repeated more than 3-4 times a week. In this case, it is necessary to check the serviceability of the massager every time and ensure that it does not overheat.
Choosing the right massage direction
How to use facial massage according to massage lines? The fact is that the skin of the face is not the same in different places.
For a proper massage, you need to follow a few simple but effective rules.
- The T-zone (nose, forehead and chin) is always oilier than the rest of the face, so it needs to be massaged differently. Usually, a special nozzle is attached to the electric device to massage it;
- First of all, the massage is carried out from the chin to the ears and from the lower lip to the ears;
- The next movement is from the temple to the nose, then to the other temple and back;
- Then the massager should be moved from the lips to the middle of the ear and from the forehead to different temples;
- The eyelids and the sensitive area under the eyes are massaged with soft circular movements from the inner corners of the eyes to the temples and in the opposite direction. It removes puffiness under the eyes and makes the skin more elastic and firm;
- The nose is treated with a massager only after kneading the remaining massage areas;
- In order for the massager to achieve a clear traction effect, it is better to move it from the bottom of the face to the top.
The problem of a double chin is solved by following the neck line with slow movements from the chin to the shoulders. To get a more noticeable effect after 40 years, it is better to combine this procedure with lifting creams at least 2-3 times a day.
How to choose the best massage to remove facial wrinkles?
First of all, they try to get rid of wrinkles on the face, but since the sensitivity of the skin in this area increases, it is necessary to approach the choice of a suitable masseur responsibly in order not to cause harm instead of benefit. The best option is an initial visit to a beauty salon and a consultation with an experienced doctor. If you decide to choose an independent device to remove wrinkles on the face, you should pay attention to some of its features.
First of all, pay attention to its size - very light massagers usually have too superficial an effect on the skin of the face. Devices that are too heavy will be difficult to store for a long time. The solution is to stick to the golden mean and choose a massager that massages the skin intensively enough without any noticeable effort on your part.
Not only the speed and intensity of its work, but also its volume depends on the strength of the massager. More powerful models are more efficient. The type of food is another important parameter. If you plan to use the massager not only at home, but also on the road, then you should choose models equipped with both electricity and built-in batteries.
The handle of the device should be as comfortable as possible, preferably made of rubber or similar material. Many people use massagers in the bathroom, where you don't want to accidentally drop the device into a bathtub or sink full of water. You should also pay special attention to the number of attachments - the more there are, the more different massage procedures you can use.
With the correct and regular use of facial massagers (at least 2-3 times a week), the first noticeable results will appear after the first week. If the purpose of their use was to achieve a tightening effect and general rejuvenation of the skin, you should not expect immediate results. In addition to massage, it is better if other procedures are carried out in a cosmetology salon. Only an experienced specialist can determine the exact massage lines for a specific situation and suggest ways to increase the effectiveness of massage procedures.
There is no need to consult a specialist when using massage to relax, improve and rejuvenate the facial skin. The main thing is not to be overzealous with the frequency of using massage devices.