Facebuilding: five exercises for facial gymnastics at home

Why do you need exercises for the muscles of the face and neck?

There are two types of exercises for the muscles of the face and neck. One of them is to pump up muscles (face building or face fitness), the other, on the contrary, is to relax.

And if face fitness is not as good as they say, then relaxation exercises really work great.

What is the problem with face fitness: it pumps up the muscles, which causes spasms. Namely, it is because of spasms that deep wrinkles and creases appear. Many facial muscles (masticatory, frontal, orbicularis oris, etc.) are already in constant tension. And face fitness involves additional stress on already overloaded muscles.

What can you expect from proper gymnastics:

1. Blood circulation improves;
2. Swelling decreases, lymph movement starts;
3. Tissues receive more oxygen;
4. Muscles become more elastic.

Advantages and disadvantages of non-surgical facial muscle lift

Based on numerous customer reviews, a list of advantages has been formed:

1. The above methods of facial muscle tightening are comfortable and painless. No anesthesia required.
2. Reducing the risk of complications. No surgical intervention. There are no scars left and infection is excluded.
3. This method does not require recovery time (rehabilitation) compared to surgery, and does not interfere with the normal rhythm of life.
4. The ability to perform procedures all year round, since the top layer of skin is not damaged.
5. High results are achieved. The facial skin becomes elastic and smooth and retains the effect for 1–1.5 years.

Any method, along with its advantages, also has disadvantages that you need to know about in order to take them into account when non-surgically lifting the facial muscles.

Procedures are prohibited in the following cases:

• during the period of activation of infectious skin lesions (acne, etc.);
• in the presence of chronic diseases, as well as general ones in the acute stage;
• in the presence of pacemakers and metal implants;
• in the presence of formations (tumors) at the sites of the procedure;
• during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

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The effectiveness of gymnastics for the face

Such gymnastics is aimed at natural facial rejuvenation and correction of age-related changes. By doing the exercises regularly, you can achieve the following results:

1. Tighten the oval of the face;
2. Forget about the existence of a double chin;
3. Raise the corners of the lips and eyes;
4. Reduce nasolabial folds and eyebrows;
5. Smooth out horizontal and vertical wrinkles;
6. Make your complexion healthier;
7. Increase skin elasticity and firmness.

For a perfect oval face and smooth neck skin

"Swing"

Photo: AiF/Eduard Kudryavitsky

Starting position: sit up straight, back straight, pull your head by the crown. Place one palm on your neck as shown in the photo. Don't push! Pull the skin down slightly for light resistance, literally 3mm.

Smile. Stick out your tongue and stretch it upward, as if trying to reach the tip of your nose. Use your other hand to secure the folds around your lips. To perform the exercise, sit on the edge of a chair. Lean back a little and rock back and forth (like on a rocking chair) - the movement is from the pelvis. Repeat 20 times. Watch your posture, keep your back straight! Don't throw your head back.

Result: the corners of the lips are raised, jowls and double chin are reduced, and the oval of the face is improved.

Preliminary preparation and rules for performing exercises

In order for gymnastics to give the maximum effect, you should prepare for it correctly and fulfill some requirements:

1. Purity. Before starting the exercises, you must thoroughly wash your hands and face. There should be no cosmetics, dirt, or care products on the skin. At the end of classes, you should also wash your face thoroughly and only then apply a moisturizer. If you neglect this rule, then the rash will not take long to appear;
2. The skin should be dry. It is worth distinguishing between massage and exercise. In the first case, a cream is needed, but in the second case, all movements are performed on dry skin. This is necessary to work the muscles as deeply as possible. This ensures maximum effect;
3. You must perform the exercises in front of a mirror. This will help avoid possible mistakes;
4. Keep your back straight and do not pull your neck forward or in any other direction (unless the exercise requires it);
5. Make only conscious movements. Take your time and don't get distracted. Try to feel every impact and effect;
6. Relax - this is very important. Do not clench your jaw or lips, do not squint or frown. All this causes muscle spasms, and that’s what you’re fighting against;
7. Regularity is the key to success. Don't skip “workouts”.

Liposuction

But what to do if the oval of the face is swollen and not even just swollen, but he has a life preserver with which he can swim far and for a long time, a life preserver made of such good fat? First of all, we need to remove this life preserver, put it away, because without this we will not be able to return the oval. What means do we have to remove excess fat specifically in the oval area of ​​the face? In the first place, of course, is liposuction - this is a simple procedure performed by plastic surgeons.

A set of exercises to perform at home

Posture and neck position play a vital role in the formation and maintenance of the ideal oval face and its clear contours. The slightest stoop, the habit of keeping your shoulders curled forward, dropping your neck onto your chest (thanks to our favorite gadgets) and hello, imbalance. As a result, we get a double chin (even in very thin girls), a floating oval and the rings of Venus.

Ideally, the neck should be the same length on all sides. Check if this is the case for you.

Yoga, dancing, Pilates, stretching and other useful techniques do not negate the importance of exercises for facial muscles. We recommend advanced intensive courses from Melannette. 2 weeks of work and you won’t recognize your reflection in the mirror.

Injection techniques for lifting facial muscles

An excellent option that can replace surgery. As a result of this procedure, the effect is achieved as quickly as possible without compromising durability. There is no recovery period, there are no strict restrictions. The price is comparable to the cost of the hardware course.

3D threads - the method is based on creating a subcutaneous frame from very thin threads. The material from which the latter are made dissolves over time. Using this method, deep wrinkles are eliminated, the skin is smoothed, and the oval of the face is tightened. The entire procedure takes half an hour or an hour and is performed under local anesthesia. The results will last up to two years.

Contour plastic surgery involves injecting a special material – hyaluronic acid – under the skin. It does not cause rejection or allergic reactions. The substance fills the places where deep wrinkles have formed and helps shape the desired facial contour.

To administer injections, it is enough to use local anesthesia (spray or gel). The method causes virtually no pain. The effect lasts from 12 to 20 months.

Volumetric modeling (soft-lift) is a method similar to contour plastic surgery using Swedish technology. The difference is that the injections of the drug are made deeper. In the process, the voids of wrinkles are filled, you can restore the relief and even edit the shape of the chin, cheekbones, and correct asymmetry. The result is often compared to plastic surgery. The effect lasts for a year.

Biorevitalization is the same injection of hyaluronic acid, but low molecular weight. Gives the skin a moisturizing and rejuvenating effect, giving it a healthy appearance. It is widely used at the age of 25–35 years, when there are no serious age-related changes yet, but the first signs of aging are already noticeable. The effect of the acid lasts about 12 months.

Bioreinforcement . This method uses a gel-like consistency of hyaluronic acid. When injected under the skin, the substance is distributed and creates an additional frame that forms the necessary oval of the face. It is recommended to use this method for people aged 40–45 years. The result lasts for a year.

Plasmolifting, PRP method - the name follows from the technology of the procedure. When plasma, enriched with platelets, is injected under the client's skin, rejuvenation occurs. Metabolic processes accelerate in the epidermal cells, and oxygen saturation of the skin begins. The cells regenerate on their own. The skin acquires a natural shade, wrinkles and folds are smoothed out. This procedure has been offered since the age of 25 to prevent aging. After 35 years, it is most effective to perform these manipulations in combination with other courses, then the result will be as lasting and noticeable as possible.

Mesotherapy is the introduction of meso-cocktails under the skin. This is a biological composition specially selected for the patient (hyaluronic acid, vitamins, etc.), which is formed depending on the existing problem. It is carried out in a course of 3-4 procedures to achieve a good result of muscle tightening. It is recommended to perform it when the first signs of skin aging appear and if there are problems (pigment spots, acne, etc.).

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Review of tools to increase exercise effectiveness

To get the maximum results from gymnastics, you need to use additional tools.

A few universal tools that everyone needs:

1. Rose hydrolate is ideal for aging skin. Replaces tap water and makes washing more useful and enjoyable;

2. Squalane serum is a natural remedy for nourishing and moisturizing the dermis;

3. Hemp verbena balm - moisturizes, promotes regeneration and prevents the appearance of flaking.

Precautionary measures

Although gymnastics for a facelift is a fairly universal procedure, it still has some contraindications:

• Diseases of the lymph nodes,
• Oncology,
• Acute sinusitis,
• Neuritis,
• Eczema, herpes and other inflammatory rashes in the acute stage,
• Fragility of skin blood vessels,
• Wounds, cuts and burns;
• Rosacea and severe rosacea,
• Papillomas at the sites of exposure.

If you feel unwell from the exercises, you should stop the procedure.

If you are not sure about the benefits of gymnastics for yourself, it is better to contact your doctor for advice.

How to do exercises without causing harm

In order for the technology to bring only benefits, it is necessary to observe some safety measures:

1. Exercise only when you are rested. If you are not feeling very well, then it is better to postpone the workout for a couple of hours (or even until the next day);
2. Remember cleanliness! While solving one problem, you cannot provoke another (inflammation);
3. If you are not sure of the correctness of your actions, it is better to watch the video again. And repeat everything only in front of the mirror;
4. Do not use cream while exercising. Otherwise, the skin will be slippery and you will not work the deep muscles;
5. Don't press too hard as this may cause bruising (if this happens, use a piece of raw potato or arnica ointment).

Botulinum therapy

Botulinum therapy for muscle tightening, various types of contouring. But with contour plastic fillers, if we fill, say, the corners of the jaw, correct the chin, thereby we visually stretch the oval of the face and bring it into the state of, say, a youthful face. This is very good; if we add volume to the cheekbones, to the corners of the lower jaw and to the chin, we seem to stretch and elongate the oval, giving it a more youthful appearance. But for this correction you need to understand that quite large volumes of fillers are also required.

What myths about facial gymnastics should you not trust?

Now natural beauty has become fashionable and most women have finally abandoned invasive cosmetic procedures and plastic surgery in favor of regular gymnastics. But even here, not everything is so simple - there are a number of myths that are still believed. Let's look at them:

1. Gymnastics gives instant results
   - don’t delude yourself and believe in some kind of miracle. Working with the face requires as much diligence as working with the body. If you want toned butt, you don't expect 10 squats to solve the problem, do you? Well, it's the same story here. Diligence and regularity - only they will give noticeable results;
2. The more you pump your facial muscles, the better the result
   - no, no, and no again! Under no circumstances should you exercise your facial muscles. This leads to spasms and deepening of the furrows. If you want to smooth out your skin, then practice techniques that are aimed at relaxation;
3. Facial training is super long...
   You only need 10-15 minutes a day to notice the first Positive results in 2 weeks;
4. If you stop training, everything will become worse than it was.
   First of all, don't give up what you started. Secondly, it definitely won’t get worse. The result will last for a couple of months, and then everything will return to what it was originally. To prevent this, do maintenance exercises at least once a week;
5. After 40 it’s too late, and before 25 it’s still too early.
   So when should you do gymnastics? What if it's early and then late? In fact, it’s never too late or too early to take care of yourself, your well-being and beauty. Of course, the sooner you start, the better. But even at 70 years old you can start and get a great effect;
6. Gymnastics and proper nutrition - nothing else is needed.
   No matter how it is! Of course, these are the most important components, but we must not forget about genetics, cosmetic care, drinking and sleeping patterns, as well as ecology and lifestyle. Only a general approach gives maximum effect.

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Non-surgical methods for lifting facial muscles

Any operation is a risk and serious stress for the body. Every woman can resort to surgery. However, surgery is not always required to achieve the desired result in muscle tightening.

Women can fight time in more harmless and gentle ways. It is worth noting that surgery in some cases may even be contraindicated.

You can create an oval shape with the help of cosmetologists, which will significantly save money compared to surgery. Hardware facial muscle lift is a fairly common procedure.

Lifting is one of the most popular hardware methods in cosmetology. At the moment, there are a large number of directions that help tighten the face (correct oval shape, get rid of excess skin). Let's talk about the most famous ones.

Cryolifting is a muscle tightening method that is based on the effect of temperature shock. The procedure is carried out using special equipment, the hardware nozzle of which has a temperature of up to -20 ° C. Due to the fact that the skin is exposed to low temperature, facial swelling subsides, collagen is produced faster, and capillary activity is stimulated. The maximum effect is achieved during the course (from six to ten procedures).

Ultrasonic SMAS lifting is a muscle tightening method that has an obvious effect immediately after the first session, is consolidated over the next three months, and the result lasts up to five years. Using the influence of ultrasonic waves on muscles and ligaments (deep layers of the skin of the face and neck), the cosmetologist achieves the desired changes. The tightening mechanism works on the principle of an ultrasound machine. In real time, a specialist watches on a monitor how soft tissues change and which layer is affected by the device.

RF lifting . The essence of this method of muscle tightening is the effect of radiofrequency pulses on the skin of the face. During the procedure, the epidermis warms up, thereby contracting collagen fibers and muscles. After the fourth session, the changes are obvious: the skin on the face becomes denser and tighter. Thanks to the cumulative effect, after a couple of months the result will be even better.

Fractional photothermolysis is a technology for tightening facial muscles using laser correction. Existing collagen is eliminated under the influence of radiation, awakening epidermal cells, facial muscles and promoting the production of new collagen in the shortest possible time. Due to this cell activity, the skin acquires a pleasant color, glows and smoothes. To achieve the effect, at least three procedures are required.

Acupuncture lifting – acupuncture. For this procedure, special needles are used, which are applied to biologically active points located on a person’s face. Using this technique requires certain skills. You need to know the location of the required points. As a result of this muscle tightening, the facial contour becomes clearer as a result of the activation of muscle fibers.

This method has obvious advantages:

• Safety. There are virtually no side effects or complications, unlike other methods of muscle tightening.
• The fastest visible results.
• Acupuncture has a positive effect on the body (internal organs, muscles) due to its effect on nerve endings (biologically active points) on the face.
• The method promotes relaxation and has an anti-stress effect.
• You can combine acupuncture lifting with other cosmetic procedures. With an integrated approach, longer lasting results are achieved.

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