Why I'm offering Facial relaxation massage?
As you noticed from my November post about Lymphatic drainage massage here is something about Facial massage which is related to it. Even Hot and cold stone massage can be applied. I personally think that it's very relaxing and amazing.
What is the difference?
A facial is a procedure involving many kinds of skin treatments such as steam, creams, lotions, facial masks and massage. They are usually performed in beauty salons or in hotels as spa treatment. Facials are used for general skin health as well as for particular skin condition.
Facial massage is a treatment to slow down the ageing process and gain younger looking and healthier skin. It can also relieve stress, migraine and headache. Sometimes it can be a part of a full body massage and facial treatment or just on its own. Massage of the face is usually done by hands applied with a small amount of oil or lotion, except with lymphatic drainage massage where oil and lotion are not used.
You can also do it at home. Here is a one facial massage example:
1. Use both hands and massage each half of the face. On the fingertips or a brush, apply a little a bit of cream and gently follow the arch of the eyebrow in the direction of eyebrow hair growth. Finger pressure should be easy and enjoyable. Gently tap the bridge of your nose. If your eyes are tired, you should feel relief. Repeat several times.
2. Gently tap the outer corner of the eye socket. (it is best to use the ring finer). This enables better absorption of active ingredients, promotes detoxication and in particular hydration and nourishment needed for this part of face.
3. With moderate pressure through the finger of both hands, but not the thumb, massage the cheek muscles of the outer corners of the mouth towards temples.
4. Tap the outer corners of your mouth with your fingers.
5. Using your fingers, massage from the bridge of the nose towards the hair line. Proceed from the centre of the forehead towards temples. Then light circular movements from the temple back to the middle of the forehead and repeat several times.
Enjoy!
