Modern facial massagers have found use as a means of preventing the appearance of facial wrinkles, relieving puffiness and evening out the complexion. Thanks to the gentle effect of massage elements in the skin cells, blood circulation is improved, which leads to muscle relaxation and smoothing of wrinkles, which tightens problem areas of the skin.
The effect of a face massager is not limited to cosmetic and aesthetic effects, it helps to improve sleep, eliminate chronic headaches of various kinds and eye strain from sitting for a long time in front of the computer.
If the massage procedure is combined with nourishing masks and creams, you can achieve a significant effect - elimination of pore impurities, elimination of acne and treatment of facial skin from various inflammatory processes.
Types of facial massagers
Now there are about a dozen different types of massagers on sale, designed to massage 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 rollers of different sizes connected to each other. They are easy to use - you need to move rollers made of stone, wood or plastic over the skin, making rhythmic massage movements;
- Ultrasonic massagershelp even out the complexion, increase its smoothness and elasticity, help produce collagen, which is responsible for youthful skin;
- Massage devices with galvanic elementsserve as an effective remedy against the formation of facial and age wrinkles, purify the skin, rejuvenate it and even out the color;
- Vacuum massagerseffectively cleans the pores of the skin from impurities and blackheads, tightens the face and makes it more elastic and youthful;
- Massagers operate onthe principle of myostimulation(special elastic massagers), tighten the skin and get rid of facial wrinkles, and also significantly improve blood circulation and help remove toxins and other harmful substances from the skin;
- Laser massage deviceslaser beams penetrate deep into the subcutaneous layers, restore the epidermis and tone the skin. The laser has a positive effect on the complexion and smooths out fine wrinkles;
- Massage devices, sends into the skinmicrocurrents, is a means of getting rid of deep wrinkles due to strong relaxation of the facial muscles. They tighten the skin well without aggressive intervention in its deep layers;
- Oxygen massagersfor the face, helps to improve the metabolism of the skin and restore its natural elasticity;
- Massage devices based on the effect 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 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 running along the forehead, from the nose to the temples, around the eyes and from the chin to the temples. It is in these directions that massage devices must be directed. 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 with internal organs and other parts of the body.
The general rules for using facial massagers are as follows:
- The method of using a massager can vary 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 the attachments presented in the kit. Often different attachments are used for different areas of the face and it is worth keeping an eye on;
- The skin on the face is very delicate, so it is not recommended to massage for more than 15 minutes in a row, and in the first sessions it is better to limit it to 5 minutes;
- You should only move the massager 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 massagers a few hours before bedtime, this will accelerate the recovery of the epidermis at night;
- During acupressure, you apply 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 general facial massage;
- You must move the massager slowly and not too hard, just glide 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 the pores of the skin, the face must be steamed with warm water or steam before use;
- With an increased subcutaneous fat layer, massaging 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 massager every time for serviceability and ensure that it does not overheat.
Choosing the right massage direction
How to use a facial massager according to the massage lines? The fact is that the skin on the face is not the same in different places.
For proper massage, 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 must be massaged differently. Usually, to massage it, a special nozzle is added to the electric unit;
- 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 temple to 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. 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 massage areas;
- In order for the massager to have a pronounced firming effect, it is better to move it from the bottom to the top of the face.
The problem of a double chin is solved by slow movements from the chin to the shoulders, following the neck line. To achieve 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, the choice of a suitable massager should be treated responsibly so as not to cause harm instead of benefit. The best option is a preliminary visit to a beauty salon and consultation with an experienced doctor. If you decide to independently choose a device for removing wrinkles on the face, you should pay attention to some of its features.
First of all, you need to 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 a long 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.
Not only the speed and intensity of its work, but also the volume depends on the power of the massager. 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 go, then you should choose models that are powered by both mains power 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, and there you don't want to accidentally drop the device in a bathtub full of water or in the sink. You should also pay special attention to the number of attachments - the more, the more varied massage procedures you can use.
With 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 firming effect and general rejuvenation of the skin, then do not expect immediate results. It is good if, along with massage, other procedures are carried out in a cosmetology 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 facial skin, consultation with a specialist is not necessary. The most important thing is not to be overzealous with the frequency of using massagers.