05 Jul Six beautiful benefits of a natural facelift massage
Massage has many incredible benefits – from helping to treat injuries more quickly and improving muscle tone to relieving aches and pains. But beyond helping to calm the mind and relax and heal the body, it can also help to improve the appearance of the face.
Although it is a relatively new treatment here in the UK, natural facelift massage draws upon knowledge used for thousands of years coupled with contemporary scientific insights to enhance wellbeing and maintain a youthful, healthy appearance.
This wonderful treatment focuses on rejuvenating the face and slowing key signs of ageing – but it also has a host of other amazing benefits, setting it aside from other non-surgical cosmetic procedures.
How does natural facelift massage work?
During a facelift massage I’ll be working with muscles deep within the face to release tension, improve tone and drain lymphatic fluid which in turn depuffs, tones, sculpts and lifts. The technique uses a combination of Japanese and Ayurvedic techniques (an ancient Indian healing modality) alongside acupressure points to reduce puffiness, tone facial muscles and rejuvenate the skin to minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It can also help to alleviate congested skin, even skin tone and restore a natural glow to dull, lifeless complexions.
As a result of regular facial massage, you should see:
- Fewer fine lines and wrinkles appearing (especially for expression lines)
- Tighter, brighter skin with a healthy glow
- Improved skin tone and complexion
- Increased mobility in the face
- Plump, youthful-looking skin with enhanced elasticity
- A more contoured, sculpted appearance
- Reduced puffiness, undereye bags and sagging jawline
Benefits of natural facelift massage
A natural facelift massage is a holistic treatment – which means it has so much more to offer besides cosmetic benefits alone. Alongside the cosmetic advantages detailed above, it also supports with the following concerns – many of which are increasingly common!
1/ Relaxation
For most people beauty treatments and aesthetic procedures aren’t particularly relaxing – but a natural facelift massage allows you to lie back, stay warm and cosy and enjoy a truly soothing and calming experience with long-lasting results. Many people fall into a deep sleep during the massage – and it’s not uncommon to have to wake them up when the treatment is finished! Afterwards you should feel mentally refreshed and more able to focus and think clearly, but may also notice lower levels of anxiety and stress.
2/ Relief from headaches
We tend to hold a lot of tension in our face without realising it. Over time, this can cause visible cosmetic concerns (see below) but also regular pain from headaches, migraines and sore muscles. This pain can cause further tension – making the issue even worse over time. Facial massage loosens and relaxes these muscles deep down, helping to bring relief from headaches, migraines and eye strain.
3/ Tension release
As above, when tension builds in the face, particularly around the jawline, eyes and mouth, lines and wrinkles can deepen over time. This can also affect the tone of the muscles and structure of the skin, affecting the overall appearance of the face. During a facial massage I use smooth, flowing movements to release this tension, bringing a sense of relief from any aches or pains caused by it, but also a host of incredible cosmetic benefits.
4/ Sinus support
We tend to give little thought to our sinuses until they’re troubling us – and when they do, it can be incredibly frustrating! Whether you suffer with hayfever or allergies, or struggle with painful or blocked sinuses, a facial massage can help to relieve any blockages or inflammation for instant relief.
5/ Immune boost
Massage helps to boost the immune system in a number of ways – in part through working with the lymphatic system within the body to more efficiently remove toxins. Certain pressure points in the face in particular correspond to various elements of the immune system, helping to support your overall wellbeing.
6/ No side effects
One of the most incredible things about a natural facelift massage is that despite the results it can bring, it’s free from side effects and pain. It is also relatively inexpensive compared with aesthetic treatments such as anti-wrinkle injections.
For best results 6 sessions or more are needed – but you’ll feel and see a remarkable difference after just one treatment.