Lymphatic drainage facial massage: what is it and how is it performed?

New-fashioned contouring and a thick layer of cosmetics on the face can create a beautiful image only for a short time. And to look always young, fresh and well-groomed dreams every representative of the beautiful half of humanity. In the struggle for beauty and youth, women are ready to make any risky decisions, because it is not for nothing that everyone knows the saying: beauty requires sacrifice.

But modern care procedures in beauty salons claim the opposite - beauty requires proper and timely care. And then even in 40-year-olds, you can receive compliments about your unfading attractiveness and femininity.

Lymphatic drainage massage is mainly used to work out problem areas of the body, although it is equally effective as a facial treatment procedure. Facial massage along the lymphatic lines will help tighten the oval, give the skin elasticity and restore youth. This painless and easy procedure allows you to once again feel like a young girl without a scalpel and expensive injections.

In order for all the processes occurring at the time and after the procedure to become more understandable, let us examine with a clear example what the lymphatic system is. As it is known, two systems function in our organism: blood and lymphatic. The first is responsible for transporting nutrients to the cells of the body, and the second helps to remove unnecessary substances: slags, bacteria and decomposition products. And if there are problems in the lymphatic system, puffiness may appear, the face contour will change, bags under the eyes will appear, and the general condition of the skin will worsen.

In addition, poor ecology and a wrong way of life leave their mark. The peculiarity of lymphatic drainage massage of the face is the transportation of fluid through the lymphatic system and active drainage. The procedure also helps to stimulate the absorption of the fatty layer in the subcutaneous tissues. At the same time, the intercellular space is freed from impurities and slags.

Lymphatic drainage facial massage has many advantages:

• helps to cleanse the body of fluid stasis and the accumulation of harmful substances;
• lymph flow stimulates blood circulation, which contributes to an increase in the natural production of collagen;
• noticeable effect after the first procedure - but for a stable result it is necessary to conduct at least 8 sessions;
• general well-being improves;
• general normalization of the lymphatic system of the face;
• the procedure can be performed manually or with the help of a special device;
• It is not necessary to register in an expensive beauty salon to improve the skin condition - lymphatic drainage massage can be performed independently.

But in order to eliminate all the problems and imperfections of the skin, it is enough to take a shower and give beauty a few minutes. And then the next day the wrinkles will decrease, the bags under the eyes will disappear, and the face will become fresh and rested.

Gentle restorative and grooming techniques provide only a temporary effect, therefore, like any cosmetic procedure, face modeling is carried out by courses. At the age of 30, it is recommended to conduct lymphatic drainage massage twice a year in order to prevent age-related skin changes. One course consists of 8-15 sessions. After 30 years, the number of courses and the duration of the sessions may increase. In this case, all changes are individual and depend on the characteristics of the skin.

The fast pace of life and bad ecology may not be best reflected on the skin. And by the same time - not the best companion for women. Over the years, the once beautiful features of the face change, and the tone and elasticity of the skin disappear. A stasis of lymphatic fluid causes swelling and flabbiness of the skin. So the first wrinkles appear, and the second chin begins to grow.

Lymphatic drainage massage has a super powerful effect on the skin and allows you to solve several problems:

• eliminate puffiness - excess fluid in the cells is excreted naturally;
• get rid of swelling and bruises under the eyes, reduce eyelid swelling - due to the active supply of useful elements and oxygenation of the deep layers of the skin improves the tone of the face;
• lift the eyebrows and make the look more open - the skin becomes elastic, and mimic wrinkles are gradually smoothed;
• correct fuzzy face contour;

• slow premature aging - lymphatic drainage will restore the power of the epidermis and eliminate skin flaccidity;
• reduce visible wrinkles - age-related changes become less noticeable;
• eliminate the second chin - fat deposits on the face are reduced due to the intensification of metabolic processes;
• even out skin tone;
• improve well-being and get rid of accumulated fatigue - any cosmetic procedures to preserve the beauty raise your spirits and help you regain strength.

In addition to the enormous benefits, the lymphatic drainage massage procedure has some disadvantages. For example, in some cases, the opposite effect is possible after a massage - the next day a slight swelling of the face may be observed. But this is a temporary phenomenon, and it will quickly disappear.

You should not do the procedure of lymphatic drainage massage for young representatives of the beautiful half of humanity. At an early age, a serious skin care complex can cause inflammation and skin stretch marks. The young organism is designed in such a way that the outflow of lymph is carried out in a natural way and does not require additional efforts for this.

The technique of lymphatic drainage massage stimulates and activates metabolic processes in the tissues.

Lymphatic drainage massage has limitations, and it is necessary to refuse the procedure if there are some health problems:

• oncological diseases;
• thin vessels;
• autoimmune diseases;
• tuberculosis;
• infectious diseases and catarrhal exacerbations;
• neuralgia of the facial nerves;

• enlarged lymph nodes;
• any inflammatory processes in the skin, including open wounds, scratches or scabs;
• thin and especially sensitive skin;
• diseases of the heart and vascular system;
• low clotting and blood diseases;
• diabetes;
• recovery period after plastic surgery on the face;
• age up to 25 years - according to cosmetologists, at a young age lymphatic drainage massage can give the opposite result.

It is also necessary to consult with a specialist in the presence of rashes on the face. In some cases, the doctor may recommend to transfer the procedure of massage until full recovery of the skin.

Beauty salons offer different massage techniques: manual and hardware. Each technique is effective and is used in a specific case.

Manual massage is effective at the very beginning of age-related changes and is suitable for younger and toned skin. You can perform a classic manual lymphatic drainage face massage at home.

The obvious advantage of manual technology lies precisely in the individual approach. For example, it is impossible to adjust the device for a certain part of the face to a more gentle or, on the contrary, enhanced mode. In the manual technique there is always the opportunity to work out all zones in different ways, taking into account the individual characteristics of the skin.

Manual massage is divided into several types. According to various sources, the manual lymphatic drainage massage technique appeared thanks to the Japanese cosmetologist Yukuko Tanaka, and according to other data, the progenitor is the Spanish manual therapist Enrique Garcia.

Consider the most popular methods of manual massage.

• Japanese. Another name for the technique is zogan. During the procedure, the impact is not only on the upper, but also on the deep layers of the skin. Massage is carried out with fingertips and the whole palm.
• Hemolymphatic or Spanish. It is a technique aimed at cleansing the deep layers of the skin. For the study of the lower part of the face and chin are used movements and pressure with great effort. But the main focus of the technique is to achieve a feeling of pleasure and delight during a massage session.

• Javanese. A luxurious treatment that used to be available only to members of the royal family. Movement is done with thumbs and palms. It works out literally every millimeter on the face. After the procedure, the microcirculation improves and the work of the vessels improves.
• Thai. The procedure takes about 20 minutes, during which time you are transported into a new world of calm and pleasure. To update the contour of the face will need at least two sessions, and after completing the full course, the visible effect will be more persistent.

Apparatus massage is most suitable in cases where serious help is needed. And the procedure of hardware massage gives a more lasting effect.

There are several varieties of such a procedure.

• Galvanization - is one of the most popular salon care methods. The procedure consists of electromechanical effects on the skin. During the massage, all the facial muscles are worked out, blood circulation is stimulated and the lymph is removed from excess fluid, toxins and toxins.

Galvanization has several advantages:

1. no pain;
2. additionally, the treatment of inflammatory processes of the skin, prevention of rashes and acne;
3. contributes to the rapid recovery of skin cells after injury, so galvanization is sometimes appointed by the surgeon after plastic surgery.

• Pressure therapy - During the procedure, a special mask is worn on the face with separate segments that exert pressure on the problem areas of the face. Together with them, and the rest of the plots. The procedure helps to restore the skin elasticity and firmness for several procedures. And also contributes to the improvement of the protective properties of the dermis.
• Vacuum - is carried out with the help of a special apparatus that looks like a small tube. All areas of the face are worked through the massage lines. Some manufacturers offer portable vacuum devices for cleaning pores, which also perform the function of lymphatic drainage massage at home. Therefore, vacuum massage can be performed independently in front of a mirror.But at the same time it is necessary to be extremely careful, because in unskilled hands a vacuum massager can cause microtraumas and bruises.
• Iontophoresis - during the procedure, the deep layers of the skin are exposed to a low-voltage current and active elements are introduced that are responsible for slowing down aging. In the course of the massage, the natural production of collagen is activated, the swelling is reduced and the healthy tone of the face is restored. And during the procedure there are no painful or unpleasant feelings, only a slight vibration is felt.

• Microcurrent - an effective procedure for getting rid of a second chin and reducing visible nasolabial folds.

More recently, hardware cosmetology was available only in beauty salons, but today almost anyone can purchase a professional massager for personal use. However, appliances for domestic and professional use in the cabin may vary. For example, in a professional salon series, the device may have several modifications of the device, which differ in technical data, the number of additional attachments, service life and price.

In the cosmetologist's office, the procedure for lymphatic drainage massage is not available to everyone. A manual massage technique is very simple: just remember the classic massage lines and perform all the actions in a certain order. With proper performance, the result will not be long in coming. Lymphatic drainage facial massage can be performed with your fingertips or with the help of special devices.

Classic manual massage is gentle stroking, tapping, strong pressure and stretching the skin along the lines of lymph flow. The main thing is that the movements should be soft, but at the same time rhythmic.

To perform a manual massage, it is necessary to study the massage lines of various areas of the face that you need to move:

• from chin to ears;
• from lips to ears;
• from the nose to the temples;
• on the nose from the bottom upwards from the tip to the eyebrows;
• from the center of the forehead to the temples;
• along the lower eyelid along the line of the superciliary arch from the outer corner of the eye to the inner;
• on the upper eyelid from the nose to the outer corner.

The massage is ascending, so you need to move from the neckline up: neck, chin, forehead, nasolabial folds and the area between the eyebrows. And all the massage movements pass in an arc.

After that, you can proceed to work on the scheme. Classic lymphatic drainage manual massage is performed in the direction of the lymph - from the bottom up and you need to move strictly along the massage lines. All movements are performed slowly and smoothly.

It is necessary to start from the chin - place the thumbs of both hands on the bulging point of the chin. And starting with a slight slight pressure, run your fingers along the arc to the earlobes. Repeat the movement on the line 4-5 times more, each time increase the pressure, but avoid painful sensations.

After that you can move up to the corners of the lips and the wings of the nose. All movements remain the same, but the massage line rises a little higher - the direction from the tips of the lips and wings of the nose goes to the center of the ear. The number of lines drawn remains the same. And, as in the previous zone, the pressure with each line slightly increases. At the last stroke, increase the radius and walk from the corners of the lips to the outside of the brow arcs.

After working through the three zones, you can start a lymphatic drainage massage of the eyelids, which will help get rid of bags and bruises under the eyes. Use your fingertips in a circle: on the lower eyelid from the outer corner of the eyes to the inner and the upper eyelid from the inner corner to the outer.The movements should be calm and soft, you should not apply pressure, because the skin around the eyes is tender, very thin and can easily be injured. Classic circular movements can be replaced by zigzag, but the direction of movement should remain the same.

The study of the forehead begins with eyebrow space, where hated mimic wrinkles often appear. From this point, with your fingertips, begin to move sideways to the temples and upwards to the hairline. Movement should be smooth and unhurried. Repeat drawing each line 5-6 times.

If you comply with them, then after the first sessions a noticeable effect will appear: the elasticity and elasticity of the skin will be restored, the complexion will become healthy, the oval and contours will become clearer, and the look will be expressive. And after a full course, there will be a noticeable facial rejuvenation.

The procedure for self-massage at home is simple, but requires proper preparation. And the effect will depend on the correctness of the action. At the initial stages, a manual massage can take about 20-30 minutes. But over time, when all movements will be done automatically, you will spend about 15 minutes to conduct the entire massage.

To get started, prepare a place of work. Take care of good lighting and take a mirror for your convenience.

After that, you can proceed to the preparation of the skin. To begin with, the face needs gentle and gentle cleaning. Using a soft lotion and a cotton pad, remove any residual makeup from your face.

If desired, you can steam the skin after sitting on a hot decoction of medicinal herbs for 10 minutes. This will open the pores and make the procedure more efficient. When conducting a hardware massage, you must also remove any jewelry.

For massage, it is best to use cosmetic oil or moisturizing milk. Each zone is worked out in order in a certain sequence. As auxiliary tools you can use the tools at hand. For massage, you can use ordinary tablespoons, vacuum cans, metal balls, as well as special tools - hardware attachments and mesoscalers.

After the procedure, remove the remnants of massage oil or milk from the skin. And the final stage includes moisturizing and nourishing the skin. If you perform a massage procedure before bedtime, you can immediately apply a night cream with a lifting effect on your face, it will help enhance the effect of oval modeling.

Integrated face care procedures help to get rid of puffiness and swelling, reduce facial wrinkles, tighten the shape of the face and say goodbye to the second chin.

Do not forget that any procedure, especially with the person, must be performed correctly and in compliance with the basic recommendations.

• If you believe the advertising headlines, procedures lymphatic drainage massage in the cabin can visually rejuvenate the face for 10 years. But do not believe all marketing tricks. Choosing the right cosmetician can take a lot of time. Therefore, when choosing a master, review the reviews and entrust the care of your beauty only to experienced professionals and professionals.
• At the first session, tell the beautician about chronic diseases and ailments to eliminate the likelihood of undesirable consequences.
• Stimulation of lymphatic drainage is a serious task, the resolution of which requires the executor of certain knowledge and experience.Therefore, if you plan to carry out the procedure of facial massage on your own, we recommend you first sign up for a beautician for several procedures. Then you will be able to remember the technique and scheme, and in the future you will be guided by your own feelings.

• To begin, all procedures are recommended to do sitting in front of a mirror in a well-lit place. But over time, you will be able to massage even while lying in bed or while taking a relaxing bath.
• Carefully approach the selection of cosmetics for face care. Cream, oil and milk should contain vitamins A and E. Before applying a new product to the face, be sure to test for allergies to the wrist or elbow.
• It is important to understand that to get rid of age-related changes and imperfections of the skin by holding a light relaxing massage several times a year will not succeed. Solving the problems of preserving youth is necessary in a complex. Skin care should include several procedures: cleaning, nourishing, moisturizing, strengthening and relaxing the muscles of the face. Therefore, include in your program of care gymnastics for the face, which will help to bring muscles in tone, relieve from stiffness and stiffness.

To learn how to make lymphatic drainage massage of the face at home, see in the video.