How to use a facial massager

Modern facial massagers have found use as a way to prevent facial wrinkles, to reduce puffiness, and to whiten the face. Thanks to the gentle effect of the massage elements in the skin cells, blood circulation improves, which leads to muscle relaxation and smoothing of wrinkles, problem areas of the skin.

The effect of the facial massager is not limited to cosmetic and aesthetic effects, it helps improve sleep, eliminate chronic headaches of various types, and relieve eye strain from sitting in front of the computer for a long time.

If the massage procedure is combined with nourishing masks and creams, you can achieve a significant effect - removing impurities from the pores, eliminating acne and treating facial skin from various inflammatory processes.

Types of facial massagers

Now there are about ten different types of massagers on sale, which are intended for massaging the skin of the face and chin:

• Mechanical 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 stone, wooden or plastic rollers over the skin with rhythmic massage movements;
• Ultrasonic massagershelps to even out the facial skin, increases its smoothness and elasticity, promotes the production of collagen, which is responsible for youthful skin;
• Massagers with galvanic elementsserves as an effective remedy against the formation of facial and age wrinkles, cleanses the skin, rejuvenates and corrects the color;
• Vacuum massagerseffectively cleans the pores of the skin from impurities and black dots, tightens the face and makes it more elastic and youthful;
• Massagers workThe principle of myostimulation(special elastic massagers), tightens the skin and removes facial wrinkles, also significantly improves blood circulation and helps to remove toxins and other harmful substances from the skin;
• Laser massagersLaser rays penetrate deep into the subcutaneous layers, restore the epidermis and tone the skin. The laser has a positive effect on the complexion and evens out fine wrinkles;
• Massagerssent to the skinmicrocurrents, is a means of removing deep wrinkles due to strong relaxation of facial muscles. they tighten the skin well without aggressive intervention in its deep layers;
• Oxygen massagersfor the face, it helps to improve the metabolism in the skin and restore its natural elasticity;
• Massagers based on the action of radio wavesSimilar to galvanic or laser devices. The main effect is to tighten and straighten the skin of the face and age wrinkles.

How to use a facial massager?

Although 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 run from the forehead, from the nose to the hips, around the eyes and from the chin to the temple. Masseurs should be guided in this direction. If you want to perform Chinese acupuncture massage, you should study in detail the location of biologically active points on the face, which are connected by energy lines to internal organs and other parts of the body.

The general rules for using facial massagers are as follows:

• The method of using the massager can vary significantly depending on its type, so first of all it is better to study the instructions in detail and familiarize yourself with the principle of operation of all the attachments presented in the set. Often different attachments are used for different areas of the face and it is worth keeping an eye on this;
• 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;
• The massager should be moved only along the massage lines, and you should not press the device strongly on the skin, so as not to damage it;
• To achieve the maximum effect, it is better to use massagers a few hours before going to bed, this will speed up the regeneration of the epidermis at night;
• During acupressure, you need to apply a series of intense pressures on active points, combining the action of the massager and the work of the fingers. It is better to massage the points with your fingers, and leave the mechanical device for general facial massage;
• The massager should be moved slowly and not too hard, just gliding over the surface of the skin. It is best not to stay in one place for more than a few seconds;
• If the massager has a built-in function for cleaning skin pores, then before using it, the face should be washed with hot water or steam;
• With an increased layer of subcutaneous fat, massage movements should be more intense, but not painful;
• You should not do facial massage every day, ideally repeat it no more than 3-4 times a week. In this case, it is necessary to check the massager every time for operation and make sure that it does not overheat.

Choosing the right massage direction

How to use facial massager according to massage lines? It is a fact that the skin on the face is not the same in different places.

For a proper massage, you need to follow some simple but effective rules.

• The T-zone (nose, forehead and chin) is always oilier than the rest of the face, so it needs a different massage. usually a special nozzle is added to the electric device to massage it;
• First of all, the massager is held 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 second 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 sensitive areas under the eyes are massaged with soft circular movements, from the inner corners of the eyes to the hips and in the opposite direction. It 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 tightening effect, it is better to move it from the bottom of the face to the top.

The double chin problem is solved by making slow movements from the chin to the shoulders, following the neck line. To get 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 for facial wrinkles?

They try to get rid of wrinkles on the face in the first place, but due to the increased sensitivity of the skin in this area, the choice of a suitable massager should be approached responsibly so as not to cause harm instead of benefit. The best option is to visit a beauty salon in advance and consult an experienced doctor. If you decide to independently choose a device to eliminate wrinkles on the face, then you should pay attention to some of its features.

First of all, pay attention to its size - too light massagers, as a rule, have too superficial an effect on the skin of the face. Equipment that is too heavy will be difficult to hold for long periods of time. The solution is to follow the golden mean and choose a massage 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 are 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 by both the network and built-in batteries.

The handle of the tool 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 or sink full of water. You should also pay special attention to the number of attachments - the more there are, the more diverse the use of massage procedures.

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 tightening effect and general rejuvenation of the skin, then you should not expect immediate results. It is good if other procedures are performed in the cosmetology salon along with the massage. 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.

There is no need to consult a specialist when using a massager to relax, improve and rejuvenate the facial skin. The main thing is not to be overzealous with the frequency of using massage tools.