Modern face massagers have found application as a means of preventing the appearance of wrinkles on the face, relieving bloating and evening out the complexion. Thanks to the mild effect of the massage elements in the 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, eliminate chronic headaches of various nature and eye strain from long hours of sitting at the computer.
If the massage procedure is combined with nourishing masks and creams, you can achieve a significant effect - removing impurities in the pores, removing acne and treating the skin of the face from various inflammatory processes.
Types of facial massagers
There are now ten different types of massagers on sale that are designed for massaging the skin of the face and chin:
- Manual mechanical massagers. The traditional and most affordable option, which appeared even before the invention of electric massage devices. Classic mechanical massagers consist of two interconnected rollers of different sizes. They are easy to use - a roller made of stone, wood or plastic should be moved over the skin, making rhythmic massage movements;
- Ultrasonic massagersthey help even out the complexion, increase its smoothness and elasticity, help produce collagen, which is responsible for the youthfulness of the skin;
- Massagers with galvanic elementsthey serve as an effective remedy against the appearance of facial wrinkles and aging wrinkles, they clean the skin, rejuvenate it and even out the color;
- 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 wrinkles on the face, and also significantly improve circulation and help remove toxins and other harmful substances from the skin;
- Laser massagerslaser rays penetrate deep into the subcutaneous layers, renewing the epidermis and toning the skin. The laser has a positive effect on the complexion and evens out fine lines;
- Masseurs, sending to the skinmicrocurrents, are a means of removing deep wrinkles due to the strong relaxation of the facial muscles. They tighten the skin well without aggressive interventions in the deep layers;
- Oxygen massagersfor the face, they help improve the metabolism in the skin and restore its natural elasticity;
- Massagers based on the action of radio waves, similar to galvanic or laser devices. The main effect is skin tightening and smoothing of facial wrinkles and age lines.
How to use a facial massager?
Despite the fact that there are many types of facial massagers, there are a number of general rules for their use. First of all, you should pay attention to the concept of massage lines that stretch along the forehead, from the nose to the temples, around the eyes and from the chin to the temples. It is precisely in these directions that masseurs should be guided. If you want to perform a Chinese acupuncture massage, you should study in detail the locations of biologically active points on the face, connected by energy lines to internal organs and other parts of the body.
The general rules for using a facial massager are as follows:
- The way to use the massager can differ greatly depending on its type, so first it is best to study the instructions in detail and familiarize yourself with the principle of operation of all accessories included in the set. Different accessories are often used for different parts of the face and this is worth looking out for;
- The skin on the face is very delicate, so it is not recommended to massage for longer than 15 minutes in a row, and in the first sessions it is better to limit it to 5 minutes;
- The massager should only be moved along the massage lines, and you should not press the device too much on the skin in order not to damage it;
- To achieve the maximum effect, it is best to use massagers a few hours before going to bed, this will speed up the recovery of the epidermis at night;
- During acupressure, it is necessary to perform a series of intense pressures on active points, combining the action 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 have to move the massager slowly and not too hard, just gliding over the surface of the skin. It is better not to stop in one place for more than a few seconds;
- If the massager has a built-in function for cleaning pores on the skin, before use, the face must be steamed with hot water or steam;
- With an increased layer of subcutaneous fatty tissue, massage movements should be more intense, but not painful;
- You should not do facial massage as a daily procedure, ideally, repeat it no more than 3-4 times a week. In this case, it is necessary to check the correctness of the massager every time and ensure that it does not overheat.
Choosing the right massage direction
How to use the face massager according to the massage lines? The fact is that the skin on 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 much oilier than the rest of the face, so it needs to be massaged differently. Usually, a special nozzle is added to the electric device for massage;
- First of all, the massager is performed from the chin to the ears and from the lower lip back 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 light circular movements, from the inner corners of the eyes to the temples and in the opposite direction. This 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 areas for massage;
- In order for the massager to have a pronounced tightening effect, it is better to move it from the bottom to the top of the face.
The double chin problem is solved with slow movements from the chin to the shoulders, following the neck line. For 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 massager to remove facial wrinkles?
They try to get rid of wrinkles on the face first, but due to the increased sensitivity of the skin in this area, choosing a suitable massager should be approached responsibly so as not to cause harm instead of benefit. The best option is a preliminary visit to a beauty salon and a consultation with an experienced doctor. If you decide to independently choose a device for removing wrinkles on the face, then you need to pay attention to some of its features.
First of all, pay attention to its size - massagers that are too light usually have too superficial an effect on the skin of the face. Devices that are too heavy will be difficult to hold for long periods of time. The solution is to stick to the golden mean and choose a massager that massages the skin quite intensively without any noticeable effort on your part.
The power of the massager depends not only on the speed and intensity of its work, but also on the volume. More powerful models tend to be 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 that are powered both from the network and from 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 in a bathtub full of water or sink. Special attention should also be paid to the number of accessories - the more, the more diverse massage procedures you can use.
With proper and regular use of the face massager (at least 2-3 times a week), the first visible results will appear already after the first week. If the purpose of their use was to achieve the effect of tightening and general rejuvenation of the skin, then immediate results should not be expected. It is good if, along with the massage, other procedures are carried out in the beauty salon. Only an experienced specialist will be able to determine the exact massage lines for a specific case and suggest ways to increase the effectiveness of massage procedures.
When using a massager to relax, improve and rejuvenate the skin of the face, consultation with a specialist is not necessary. The main thing is not to overdo it with the frequency of using the massage device.