Facial Massage For Anti Aging

by suzi
(Beirut - lebanon)

Does massaging my face every day accelerate its sagging and what is the best product for massaging the face?

Hi Suzi,
No, massage will not accelerate sagging of the skin, it acts the opposite way in promoting healthy skin and decreasing the appearance of wrinkles.

When you massage your skin the blood flow is increased and with it oxygen and nutrients are brought to the skin cells. This stimulates the growth of new healthy skin that is more toned.

Wrinkles however occur when the facial muscles tighten up through constant frowning. Massage helps to "decrease" the skin and soften the muscles. Regular massage can help to smooth out deep wrinkles (not fine lines that occur from dehydrated skin). It is important to massage upwards with the facial muscles. A light pinch and rolling technique can be also very effective especially around the frowning lines.

For massage I recommend to use a combination of sweet almond oil or apricot oil with a few drops of aromatherapy oil. Depending on your skin type the aromatherapy oil can at the same time treat any skin conditions you may have. See Anti Aging Aromatherapy.

Hope this helps.

All the best.


Daniela