The magic of deep facial massage: features of the method and technique of execution

Indications

Every person lives by emotions - positive or negative. Our face remembers them, using the same muscles to reflect them. The work of muscles concentrates energy, which, gathering into a lump, causes spasms and tightening of the facial muscles. Such phenomena lead to the appearance of facial wrinkles and tired aging of the face. Sculptural-deep facial massage specifically fights the sources of these problems - negative energy nodes. A kind of removal of the social mask from the muscles of the head occurs, the face is freed from its usual deep creases in the skin.

Which is better - a roller or a scraper?

Most often, jade scrapers are used for Guasha massage - they help to perform the procedure correctly and with maximum benefit for the skin. However, special rollers are also suitable for massage. They are a jade or rose quartz tool that is cylindrical in shape and attached to a handle.

1. Rollerballs are convenient to use simultaneously with skincare cosmetics. For example, with nourishing or moisturizing masks, serums, hydrosols, a small amount of argan oil. The roller is moved along the massage lines so that the product is better absorbed into the skin.
2. Guasha scrapers are used for lymphatic drainage massage before applying skincare cosmetics. First, remove makeup, then wash with gel or foam to remove all impurities and prevent them from being absorbed into the pores. After this, oil is applied and a massage is performed.

Scrapers are considered more functional than rollers, since their shape allows you to change the pressure and work on facial areas more accurately. If you use the plate correctly, you can achieve not only the effect of smoothing the skin, but also work the muscles and acupuncture points. The scraper is also convenient to use for massaging the back and other areas of the body.

The benefits of the technique

A properly performed massage has a positive effect not only on the appearance of the face, but also on the condition of the entire body as a whole:

• The conductivity of neurons improves: facial expressions remain clear and pronounced longer;
• Regular practice keeps the muscles in shape and prevents the skin from stretching. Accordingly, unpleasant phenomena in the form of: drooping tissue or a double chin will be eliminated;
• Blood circulation in the muscles is stimulated, metabolism is accelerated;
• Deep wrinkles are eliminated and small expression lines become less noticeable.

Interesting fact: with the right technique, 1 hour of massage can replace 7-8 hours of sleep. In just one session, the whole body will relax, stress will disappear, and the nervous system will noticeably calm down.

Guasha massage scheme

Since the purpose of the procedure is to speed up lymph flow and remove excess fluid, during its implementation all movements occur along massage lines.

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Each stage of the procedure should last up to 1 minute. Before the session, you need to wash your face and apply liquid oil that does not clog pores to the skin - it will ensure smooth sliding of the scraper and will not allow the tissues to stretch. It is advisable to pre-cool the instrument in the freezer for a few minutes. This will help tone the skin and achieve maximum effect.

The technique for performing Guasha massage at home looks like this:

• First, the cheekbone area is worked with the oval part of the scraper. The scraper or roller is moved from bottom to top; during movement, the instrument should be pressed tightly against the skin, but not stretch it. You can move alternately smooth and ribbed sections of the scraper across your face.
• The next area is the forehead and between the eyebrows. The wavy part of the scraper is installed at an angle of 45 degrees. Next you need to walk over the skin from bottom to top. This will help smooth out wrinkles between the eyebrows and relieve muscle tension. The ribbed part of the scraper is passed along the massage lines from the eyebrow fold to the ears. Then they move on to massaging the forehead.
• After this, you can begin to work on the area of ​​the nasolabial folds and the area around the lips. The smooth long part of the scraper is used, movements are performed from top to bottom along the massage lines.
• Additionally, you can treat the neck and décolleté area. Movements in this area are performed from bottom to top at an angle of 45 degrees.

As a result, a massage with a Guasha scraper lasts about 5–7 minutes. At the end of the session, the device should be washed with warm water and soap and wiped dry.

Feature of the technique

The difference between this type of massage and others is that it intensively affects not the skin or muscle, but rather deeper points at the level of the periosteum. The massage therapist works very dynamically with the muscles, his task is to remove all the clamps and blocks that age the face. There are places where energy accumulates due to manifestations of emotions, the influence of stress and other negative factors. With precise movements of the fingers, these accumulations are dispersed evenly over the surface. The first sessions may cause significant discomfort, but as you get used to freedom from long-term spasms, the pain goes away.

By the way, on our website facesave.ru you can find out how stress physically affects the general condition of the body.

After the publication of the material “How to become younger without a surgeon,” there was a need to provide clarification about the “Sculptural facial massage” procedure (deep plastic facial massage or myoplastic facial massage).

Age-related changes, one way or another, leave every year more and more noticeable marks on the face of every person. Any rejuvenation methods affect the achievement of the desired result, but effectiveness is achieved through a set of procedures and their regularity. One of these mandatory and regular procedures should be a very effective procedure that can slow down the aging process and at the same time has a very limited list of contraindications - the procedure of deep plastic facial massage .

According to many experts, the procedure of plastic facial massage is an alternative not only to injection, but even to surgical methods of anti-aging facial correction, especially important if the latter have contraindications for use. According to Natalya Tselovalnikova, a cosmetologist at the Philosophy of Perfection Beauty and Health Center, deep plastic massage is a very pleasant way of rejuvenation, and one of the most effective and efficient ways to quickly restore lost contours and oval of the face, as well as remove or reduce the consequences of obvious age-related changes.

According to Natalya, and unequivocally confirmed by the reviews of the Center’s Clients, her proprietary techniques (methods) of influencing the skin during plastic (sculptural) facial massage, even after the first procedure, give the following results:

• The skin on the face becomes elastic and fresh
• Improves complexion
• Pores become smaller and oily shine disappears
• The oval is restored, as well as the contours of the face and neck
• Folds and wrinkles are smoothed out
• Increases tone and elasticity, tightens facial muscles

And this is not a miracle at all. The movements that underlie the technique actively influence both the facial muscles and the various layers of the skin and nearby tissues, and as a result the following occurs:

• relaxing tense muscles and increasing the tone of flaccid ones;
• activation of the sebaceous glands;
• the influence extends to the subcutaneous fatty tissue, lymphatic system, nerves and blood vessels;
• improved blood circulation;
• stimulation of lymphatic drainage;
• enrichment of tissues with oxygen;
• removal of toxins.

Like any cosmetic procedure, plastic massage for facial rejuvenation has its own characteristics. For this reason, we strongly recommend doing deep plastic facial massage in a cosmetology office/center/salon that has a medical license to provide cosmetology services. Firstly, it will be carried out by a specialist with special education and skills, which guarantees high expected results. Secondly, the risk of unpleasant consequences is reduced to a minimum. And of course, before taking a plastic massage course, you will receive qualified advice from a cosmetologist, who will, among other things, help you choose individual rejuvenation methods specifically for your skin.

A full course of plastic facial massage usually lasts 10-15 sessions (depending on the condition of the skin).

Frequency of sessions: every other day or two.

After completing a massage course, you can expect the following results:

• the double chin is removed;
• blood circulation improves;
• the firmness and elasticity of the skin increases;
• nasolabial folds are smoothed;
• muscles are strengthened;
• jowls tighten;
• skin color improves;
• swelling decreases;
• wrinkles are smoothed out;
• cheeks are tightened;
• the junior oval returns;
• pores narrow;
• the degree of rash decreases;
• age spots go away;
• stretch marks and scars become less noticeable;
• Migraine and chronic fatigue syndrome disappear.

Unfortunately, this technique without surgical facelift when influencing deep subcutaneous processes also has its contraindications, for example:

• deep or medium peeling done the day before;
• skin damage: burns, wounds, ulcers;
• rosacea;
• infectious rashes;
• diseases of the blood, lymphatic system;
• elevated temperature;
• infections;
• herpes.

We hope that we were able to answer most of your questions, and interested you in the possibility of rejuvenating your skin without surgery and modeling the oval of your face so that no one will guess how old you really are.

Call, make an appointment and come to the Philosophy of Perfection Beauty and Health Center.

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Execution technique

The deep tissue massage procedure in the salon goes like this:

1. Makeup removal, skin cleansing;
2. Consulting by a massage therapist regarding the patient’s health characteristics. The presence of dentures, Botox injections - all this accompanies a change in technology;
3. The patient lies down on the couch, the massage therapist begins a pressing movement with his fingers from the area between the eyebrows to the upper corners of the forehead, then along the line to the center of the forehead;
4. Depending on the condition and tension of the skin, manipulations are carried out either with the palms or only with the thumbs;
5. Next, using a pressing movement, massage the line from the middle of the cheek to the ear, then from the middle of the cheek closer to the chin;
6. When the muscles are warmed up, the face is clasped with two hands: one hand - the forehead, the other - the chin, respectively, then with pulsating movements the hands are brought to the middle;
7. Movements are selected by the massage therapist based on an analysis of the patient’s appearance.

You can learn more about the technique and the principle of its operation from this short video:

The history of Guasha massage

The procedure was invented in China in 550 BC. Its ancient origin is confirmed by jade scrapers discovered in the burials of noble Chinese. Translated into Russian, the word “gua sha” sounds like “scraping out the disease.”

During this procedure, the master runs a special scraper along the meridians - energy lines - and acupuncture points to improve blood circulation, brain function and tissue metabolism.

Modern cosmetic massage with a scraper helps remove stagnant lymph, which causes swelling and acne, and makes facial features look tired and more “aged.”

Do-it-yourself face sculpting

The technique is very complex, and it is impossible to perform it at home. Only a specialist with the appropriate skills and education can carry out the procedure correctly. It is better to practice muscle relaxation techniques on your own. This will help maintain and prolong the effect of visiting the massage room.

Interesting fact: This method comes from Germany. It was invented by a German physiotherapist and physical therapy instructor. Therefore, it is often called “German massage”.

Contraindications

There are features of the body in which it is better to postpone a visit to a massage therapist or completely eliminate it.

These include:

• Low pain threshold of the patient;
• Nerve diseases;
• Fragility of blood vessels;
• High blood pressure;
• Presence of inflammation or damage (unhealed piercing);
• Botox injections;
• Peeling.

The Master's Path

The technique of deep tissue massage is increasingly gaining popularity. Accordingly, highly specialized specialists are required. Who are fluent in these magical techniques. At the beginning of training, you should take the matter seriously. Realize that the responsibility for the health and well-being of your clients will be on your shoulders.

To begin with, it’s a good idea to experience all the colorful sensations yourself. Painful and pleasant. See the first changes. Compare yourself before and after a German deep massage.

Interesting: What type of facial aging does you have and what can you do about it?