Indian Face Massage
Indian Face Massage is a form of facial rejuvenation. It gives a natural facelift through massage. It is designed to be a gentle non-invasive approach to looking younger. It works primarily by freeing constrictions both within the facial muscles and in the connective tissue. Tension can build up within our facial muscles from the pressures of everyday life without us realising it. It can be easy for certain thoughts and emotions to become habitual, locking themselves into expressions on our faces - sometimes over a duration of a whole lifetime. Under such conditions muscles can actually dry up and contract, inhibiting freedom of expression. This can encourage ageing and the formation of wrinkles as the face loses its muscle tone and elasticity and begins to sag.
Our faces explain a lot about our lifestyles.
The late nights, smoking, excess toxins, alcohol and partying all build up until dark circles, bags and fine lines appear. Laughter lines and frown lines materialise around the eyes and mouth permanently ageing the skin and its appearance. Sun exposure is the main culprit for skin ageing and we all want that golden tan! Combine this with stress, pollution, the toxins that come from cigarettes, alcohol, and food additives and we all end up looking older than our years. Massage is a well trusted method of reducing pain, soreness and stiffness on our bodies. All the stresses of the day build up in the shoulders. A relaxing massage relieves tension, knots and soreness that have accumulated.
Facial massage is an important procedure in the daily lives of many Indian people.
They believe that it encourages healing, restores balance and inner harmony and encourages bonding within the family. Indian Face Massage is a form of facial rejuvenation, a natural face lift which is achieved using the hands. No expensive equipment or products are needed. It is performed by using repetitive movements across the face using the fingertips. Imagine your fingers as an iron, pressing, smoothing and reducing the lines on the face. Not only is it relaxing and calming but it also reduces lines, tightens the skin, increases skin elasticity, promotes blood flow to the face and leaves the recipient feeling contented and relaxed.
Benefits
It relieves the tension that can build up within the facial muscles from the pressures of everyday life.
By gentle massage, working the face systematically, deep-seated tensions are released, freeing layers of muscle and connective tissue to create space for the muscles to relax.
Encouraging circulation and elimination of toxins for a more toned and youthful appearance.
No oil is used for this therapy.
The massage is gentle and usually lasts about one hour.
A definite improvement should be noticed after just one treatment,
but a course of regular sessions will give cumulative benefits including:
Less wrinkles and expression lines
Release stress and tension of facial muscles
Enhanced feeling of well–being and total relaxation
Reduction of tension headaches and eyestrain
Mobile, youthful looking face
Treatment
Indian Face Massage is non-evasive and is performed while you are fully clothed.
Following a consultation, you will lay fully clothed on the therapy couch with aromatherapy oils and candles burning, and soft music playing to help you to relax.
The massage lasts approximately 40 minutes to an hour and includes working on the face, ears and neck, but the first treatment will take longer due to the consultation.
No skin care products are used in this massage.
The following conditions cannot be treated.
Any recent injury to the areas to be massaged
Severe bruising in the areas to be treated
Contagious skin disorders in the areas to be massaged (i.e. herpes, cold sores, eye infections such as conjunctivitis, etc…)
High temperature or fever, as an increase in the blood flow could increase the severity
Sunburned skin
Tendency to bruise easily
Tooth or gum disorders
Cuts and abrasions in the treatment areas
Recent operation
Intoxication is not conducive to a positive experience
Cancer or any other serious medical condition while undergoing treatment
Recent Botox treatments
(consult your specialist as to when it would be safe to proceed with a face massage)
If you have any questions or want further information
then please don't hesitate to contact me
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