Japanese Ritual of Facial Massage - lifting without a scalpel

In Japan, beauty is a sign of health.According to ancient tradition, it arises naturally and in order to maintain them, we must ensure the balance of three pillars of health: physical, mental and spiritual.The intention of Japanese facial massage is to help maintain harmony and natural beauty.

In Japanese, facial massage means"the path to natural beauty."Its roots date back to the 15th century, based on Anma, a traditional massage system in Japan. Anma means press (An) and rub (Ma). Anma reduces tension, improves circulation, rejuvenates the body and allows you to achieve deep relaxation.Japanese facial massage is a way to balance the body and calm the irritated nervous system.This is deep therapy that normalizes the functions of the whole body.As a result, we get a healthy and strong body.

ALTERNATIVE FOR AESTHETIC MEDICINE TREATMENTS

Japanese facial massage technique provides visible and long-lasting effects that are difficult to achieve with other methods. It is a completely natural and non-invasive form of facelift. It has a positive effect not only on improving the appearance, but also on well-being by reducing stress. Unlike aesthetic medicine, it is a 100% natural procedure and safe. In addition to significantly improving the appearance of the skin, it guarantees deep relaxation. On the basis of oriental medicine, Japanese facial massage is closely associated with the concept of oriental medicine, which in principle inhibits the cause, and not only treats the symptoms of the disease. That is why the individual techniques of Japanese facial massage are designed to eliminate the cause of the problem after four stages. The first stage of Japanese facial massage is relaxation, the second cleansing, during which circulation is stimulated. The next step is a facelift that eliminates the changes on the face. Finally, acupressure techniques are used that allow you to balance internal emotions and Qi energy (life force) and stimulate the work of all internal organs.

Contraindications Japanese massage:

• skin inflammation (allergic and infectious),

• tonsillitis, lymph nodes,

• cancers and conditions after surgical removal,

• advanced atherosclerosis,

• feverish conditions,

• high blood pressure

• fresh tooth extraction, purulent periodontal lesions,

• hyperthyroidism (contraindication to neck massaging),

• rosacea in exacerbation

• heavily vascular skin (contraindication for intensive massage).

History of Japanese facial massage

One of the oldest forms of massage in the world. This therapy comes from ancient China. She was transferred to Japan by warrior monks. The legend says that it was a procedure reserved only for the imperial family and the most noble and rich families in Japan. Over the past 200 years, some of the Japanese facial massage techniques have been modified and improved for the cosmetics industry. Basic techniques such as acupressure or work on the course of energy channels has been unchanged for over 500 years.

EFFECTS OF JAPANESE FACE MASSAGE

• the skin regains its youthful appearance, which gives it a healthy glow,

• prevents or reduces the effects of skin aging,

• stimulates cell metabolism, which affects skin regeneration,

• improves blood circulation and lymph flow, transporting more nutrients to the skin,

• reduces excessive tension of the face and neck muscles,

• removes toxins, impurities and dead skin cells, preventing skin aging,

• regulates the energy balance of the whole body.

Japanese facial massage combines the entire procedure of the Japanese facial massage ritual. These are the individual stages of a cosmetic procedure that are performed in a strictly defined way so that the final visual effect of the treatment is perfect. Every movement during make-up removal, toning, peeling or the final stage of applying the cream is performed in the form of drainage or lifting massage techniques to increase the skin's stimulating effect. The whole Japanese ritual lasts over a hundred minutes, it includes a comprehensive facial massage with a separate massage technique of the eyes and upper limbs.

FOUR STAGES OF JAPANESE FACE MASSAGE Stage I: relaxation

At the beginning we do neck, neck and neck massage. The masseur focuses on the muscles of the neck, neck and occiput area, thanks to which it indirectly influences the relaxation of facial mimic muscles and reduction of small tension changes in the forehead, eyes and mouth. Strained neck muscles restrict the free flow of blood to the head and face, blocking the supply of adequate oxygen and nutrients. The massage allows you to reduce wrinkles and maintain healthy cells. In addition, it helps to relax and reduces stress, which is a source of premature aging of the face. During the massage hot towels are used to wrap the face. The whole body is loosened with the help of heat. It causes absolute relaxation, releases muscle tension and relaxes strongly.

Stage II: lymphatic drainage

Now it's time to remove the toxins. In this part of the massage, we use drainage techniques in combination with acupressure, stimulating individual points on the face responsible for stimulation of selected areas of the face.Lymphatic drainage improves the overall appearance of the face. It reduces swelling and also copes well with dark circles and puffiness under the eyes. Better blood supply, more efficient delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the skin and removal of toxins will translate into better skin condition. As a result, after the procedure the face seems younger and radiant. If, despite performing drainage techniques, there are no effects, it may be a signal for us about a more serious health problem.

Stage III: lifting

The lifting stage, despite its intensity, i.e. the use of variable techniques of varying intensity and pace, does not cause customer discomfort. We focus on maximizing aesthetic effects and constantly increasing mental and physical relaxation. During the lifting part, we choose the most sensitive areas, i.e. the face oval, nasolabial furrow line, around the eyes and forehead. The masseur makes mainly quick and elastic movements as well as energetic rubbing, crumbling and patting of the face.

Stage IV: energy

At the end of the massage, we work on facial acupressure points to balance the work of the main internal organs.Stimulation of points assigned to appropriate organs improves their functioning. Therefore, acupressure can be used to alleviate already existing ailments, as well as prophylactically to improve overall health and to stimulate life energy.