Modern facial massagers have been widely used as a way to prevent facial wrinkles, remove puffiness and even out skin tone. Thanks to the gentle effect of massage elements on skin cells, blood circulation improves, which leads to muscle relaxation and smoothing of wrinkles, tightening problem areas of the skin.
The effect of facial massage is not limited to cosmetic and aesthetic effects, it also helps to improve the quality of sleep, eliminate chronic headaches of various nature and eye strain from prolonged sitting at the computer.
If massage procedures are combined with nourishing masks and creams, you can achieve a significant effect - remove dirt from the pores, eliminate acne and treat the skin of the face from various inflammatory processes.
Types of facial massagers
Now there are about a dozen types of massage devices on sale designed for massaging the skin of the face and chin:
- Manual mechanical massager. The traditional and most affordable option that appeared even before the invention of electric massagers. Classic mechanical massagers consist of two rollers of different sizes connected to each other. They are easy to use - you need to move a roller made of stone, wood or plastic over the skin, making rhythmic massage movements;
- Ultrasonic massagerhelps even out skin tone, increases its smoothness and elasticity, helps produce collagen, which is responsible for youthful skin;
- Massager with galvanized elementsserves as an effective remedy against the formation of facial wrinkles and aging, cleanses the skin, rejuvenates and evens out color;
- Vacuum massagereffectively cleans skin pores from dirt and blackheads, tightens the face and makes it more elastic and youthful;
- The massager operatesprinciple of myostimulation(special elastic massager), tightens the skin and removes facial wrinkles, as well as significantly improves blood circulation and helps to remove toxins and other harmful substances from the skin;
- Laser massagerThe laser beam penetrates deep into the subcutaneous layers, restoring the epidermis and tightening the skin. The laser has a positive effect on skin tone and evens out fine wrinkles;
- masseuse, sends to the skinmicrocurrent, is a means for eliminating deep wrinkles due to strong relaxation of the facial muscles. They tighten the skin well without aggressive intervention in its deep layers;
- Oxygen massagerfor the face, helps improve metabolism in the skin and restores its natural elasticity;
- Massager based on the action of radio waves, similar to galvanic or laser devices. The main effect is to tighten the skin and smooth facial wrinkles and aging.
How to use facial massager?
Although there are many types of facial massage tools, there are a number of general rules for their use. First of all, you should pay attention to the concept of massage lines that run along the forehead, from the nose to the temples, around the eyes and from the chin to the temples. It is in this direction that the masseuse should be guided. If you want to do Chinese acupuncture massage, you should study in detail the location of the biologically active points on the face, which are connected by energy lines with internal organs and other parts of the body.
The general rules for using facial massage tools are as follows:
- Methods of using massage devices can vary greatly depending on their type, so first it is best to study the instructions in detail and familiarize yourself with the principle of operation of all the devices included in the kit. Often different attachments are used for different areas of the face and this needs to be taken into account;
- Facial skin is very delicate, so it is not recommended to massage for more than 15 minutes in a row, and the first session should be limited to 5 minutes;
- You should move the massager only along the massage lines, and you should not press the device too hard on the skin so as not to damage it;
- To achieve maximum effect, it is best to use the massager a few hours before bedtime, this will speed up the recovery of the epidermis during the night;
- During acupressure, you need to apply a series of strong pressures to the active points, combining the action of the massager and the work of your fingers. It is better to squeeze such points with your fingers, and abandon mechanical devices for a general facial massage;
- You need to move the massager slowly and not too hard, just glide over the surface of the skin. It's best not to stop in one place for more than a few seconds;
- If the massager has a built-in function to clean the skin pores, then before use, the face must be steamed with hot water or steam;
- With an increase in the subcutaneous fat layer, massaging movements should be more intense, but not painful;
- Facial massage should not be done every day, ideally repeat it no more than 3-4 times a week. In this case, the massager needs to be checked every time for serviceability and to ensure that it does not overheat.
Choose the right massage direction
How to use the facial massager according to the massage lines? The fact is that facial skin is not the same in different places.
For a proper massage, you need to follow several 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, to massage it, a special nozzle is added to the electrical device;
- First of all, massage is done from the chin to the ear and from the lower lip back to the ear;
- 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 sensitive area under the eyes are massaged with gentle circular movements, from the inner corner of the eye to the temple and in the opposite direction. It removes swelling under the eyes and makes the skin more elastic and firm;
- The nose is treated with massage tools only after kneading the remaining massage areas;
- In order for the massager to have a noticeable tightening effect, it is better to move it from the bottom to the top of the face.
The double chin problem is resolved with gentle movements from the chin to the shoulders, following the neckline. To get a more pronounced effect after 40 years, it is best to combine this procedure with a lifting cream, at least 2-3 times a day.
How to choose the best massage tool to remove wrinkles on the face?
They try to remove wrinkles on the face first, but due to the increased sensitivity of the skin in this area, the choice of a suitable massage tool must be approached responsibly so as not to cause harm instead of benefit. The best option is an initial visit to a beauty salon and consultation with an experienced doctor. If you decide to independently choose a tool for removing wrinkles on the face, then you need to pay attention to some of its features.
First of all, pay attention to the size - too light a massager usually has too shallow an effect on the skin of the face. A device that is too heavy will be difficult to hold for a long time. The solution is to stick to the golden mean and choose a massage tool that massages the skin quite intensively without any real effort on your part.
The power of a massager depends not only on the speed and intensity of its work, but also on its volume. More powerful models tend to be more efficient. 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 a model that is powered by electricity and a built-in battery.
The handle of the device should be as comfortable as possible, preferably made of rubber or similar material. Many people use massage devices in the bathroom, and you don't want them to accidentally fall into a water-filled bathtub or sink. You should also pay special attention to the number of attachments - the more there are, the more varied massage procedures you can use.
With correct and regular use of the facial massager (at least 2-3 times a week), the first noticeable results will be visible after the first week. If the purpose of use is to achieve a general skin tightening and rejuvenation effect, then you should not expect immediate results. It is good if, simultaneously with the massage, other procedures are carried out in the cosmetology salon. Only an experienced specialist can determine the appropriate massage lines for a particular case and suggest ways to increase the effectiveness of massage procedures.
When using massage tools to relax, repair and rejuvenate facial skin, consultation with a specialist is not necessary. The main thing is not to overdo it with the frequency of using the massager.