Paradoxical as it sounds, the muscles of the face work no less than other muscles in a day, therefore they also need to relieve tension from them. An excellent technique for such a relaxation of the face can be a pinch massage at home. This technique in recent years has been very popular among women. Ladies who care for their appearance love to use plucked massage. The reviews that they leave about him on their beauty channels make us think about the use of this procedure by many women. How to do it is described below.
Direct indications for the use of plucked facial massage
This technique is especially recommended for people with the following diseases and conditions:
- seborrhea;
- when there are scars;
- acne;
- black dots;
- too strong work of sweat glands;
- weak blood flow.
After a few exercises, blood circulation on the skin of the face will be well improved. This will allow access to trace elements that are needed to fully nourish the face. In this connection, the skin tone will be leveled, it will become noticeably cleaner and healthier.
Execution technique
Experts do not recommend using face creams when performing plucking techniques. Without a care product, but using talcum powder, it is easier to grab the skin and not let go of the pinch grip ahead of time.
But before applying the cream before bedtime, it is recommended to perform such a massage for about a minute.
Perform this procedure with the thumb and forefinger. A certain area of the skin is captured by them, and then immediately released. It is forbidden to delay skin.
It is convenient to use the technique after sleep immediately after the morning shower. Movements should be intense so that not only the skin is flexed, but also the subcutaneous facial muscles.
If the skin is very oily and pinching is not possible, massage through a napkin or towel is allowed.
The procedure should not bring pain, but should create a pleasant feeling of "frost" on the skin. The gap between the plucked grips should be short to create a feeling of constant tingling.
Chin and forehead massage
Pinch facial massage begins with the chin and forehead. These areas are being worked towards the ears. When performing the technique, the head should be slightly tilted back. After three to four sessions, the facial contour will noticeably improve, and the skin will become fresher, tighten. Together with plucking technique, stroking is used. They are performed from the chin to the ears with two hands.
This part of the face is worse than others in massage, so you can use it with fingers more confidently and put pressure on your forehead a little more than on other parts of the face.
If you want to lose weight
Pinch massage is used not only for the face. This technique also contributes to weight loss. For example, there is a technique of "pinch massage of the abdomen." This is a great way to eliminate cellulite using such a massage. Reviews of lovers of experimenting with their body say that the technique is effective.
And most importantly, you can do a pinch massage of the abdomen for weight loss at home. You do not need to sign up with a specialist, go to him, wait for your turn and, of course, pay a lot of money for the service.
What is massage for?
Why do pinch massage of the abdomen? Reviews of many girls about their results make us think about it. The plucking technique is used to reduce body fat and improve blood circulation. During massage sessions, for a more powerful effect, you must adhere to proper nutrition and exercise.
Massage Rules
Primary requirements:
- Massage should be done in courses and regularly. You can every day, but enough 3-4 times a week.
- You can not do massage after a hearty dinner, it is better to give it time before eating or two to three hours after.
- In no case should you use this weight loss technique during pregnancy.
- During the course of pinch massage at home, you must adhere to a diet. It is important to exclude flour, sweet, fatty, alcoholic and carbonated drinks from your diet.
- If you are not accustomed to monitoring the consumption of calories, proteins, fats and carbohydrates, then start an electronic diary where you will add everything you ate during the day. It is important not to exceed the average rate for women of 1800 calories.
- Know the measure. If you feel severe pain, fatigue, stop and rest.
- Sleep 7-8 hours a day.
- Drink more clean water. For women, the norm is approximately 1.5 liters per day.
Self-massage using this technique
Pinch massage for weight loss is designed to help smooth the skin of the abdomen, stretch fatty tissue and muscles. It also helps prevent skin stretch marks. Thanks to this massage, the skin will look much taut and attractive.
This technique helps to improve the work of the whole organism. The technique removes toxins that affect the condition of our skin extremely negatively.
How to do plucked massage
In order to master the technique of self-massage, you need to know some nuances.
How to perform a pinch massage of the abdomen for weight loss at home:
- First you need to take a pose while lying on your back and try to relax.
- It is better to apply a little massage oil on the stomach (you can use anti-cellulite cream).
- Grab the adipose tissue on your stomach and, gradually pinching your stomach (not very aggressive), move your fingers across the stomach. Important! You need to move your fingers only clockwise!
- First, work out the area around the navel.
- Next, work out the press area.
- Then go to the lateral parts of the abdomen.
- Gradually try to push harder and harder. Each subsequent lap should be more energetic. At the end of the massage, the entire abdomen should be red.
- The next intermediate stage is the shower. First, quickly pluck your fingers across the entire stomach right in the shower, then turn on the water and direct the jet towards the stomach. Swirl clockwise while massaging your stomach. You can use a contrast shower, changing the temperature. Then you need to rub the abdomen with a towel. Also clockwise draw 4-5 laps.
- And again, we conduct the plucking technique on the stomach. This time she is the most intense. Now, capturing the skin and fat, you need to hold them in your fingers a bit and roll them out. Sensations are likely to be unpleasant, but you need to be patient a little.
- Stroke the stomach in a clockwise direction. We take a breath, calm down.
- Intense massage again.
- The final stage is relaxation. Stroke the stomach in a clockwise direction for several minutes.
This technique is performed within 10-20 minutes. You need to start with a minimum, gradually increasing the massage time.
Honey massage for weight loss
A massage with honey is no less effective than a pinch massage for weight loss. But for its implementation you will need a considerable amount of natural honey.
Massage technique:
- First you need to mix 2-3 teaspoons of honey with 10-12 drops of essential oil. The aroma can be chosen to your taste. The following odors are recommended: mint, grapefruit, bergamot, almonds.
- This mixture must be distributed on the palms. Next, patting them on the stomach, distribute honey on it.
- Clap (or pinch) on the stomach is necessary for 20-25 minutes. The main thing is not to overdo it and do not massage for more than half an hour. At this time, honey will already become viscous and thick. A vacuum effect will be obtained.
- During the execution of this technique, you must first stroke the stomach, then pat. If you constantly change these two positions of the palms on the abdomen, adipose tissue will take a balanced load.
- The final step in this procedure will be a warm shower. After that, you can apply any moisturizing lotion or anti-cellulite cream to the skin.
Water massage for slimming the abdomen
Water massage can be alternated with courses with honey and pinch. He is also very simple. To conduct it, you need a home shower.
Water massage technique:
- Water temperature should not be comfortable. She should be a little cool. Before massage, set the desired water temperature in advance.
- The jet of soul must be directed directly to the stomach and lead it clockwise.
- Then slightly change the stream of water to a warmer and more comfortable for you.
- Walk the shower over your stomach again.
- Then switch the water to cold. Take a shower in a clockwise direction, directing the stream towards the stomach.
- Switch the shower to the initial temperature (the water is slightly cool.
- Repeat all over again.
As well as during the course of plucked massage, during the water procedure you can not abuse flour, sweet, highly salted, fatty and other harmful products. It is important to drink enough water per day. And also try to connect the sport and move more.
Vacuum massage for the abdomen
This massage technique is carried out using special jars. They can be bought at the pharmacy. This type of massage is considered one of the most effective.
Vacuum massage technique:
- First you need to take a lying pose.
- The skin must be cleaned with a special lotion.
- Then an anti-cellulite cream is applied to it (massage oil can be used).
- The next step is to place the jars on the stomach and fix them on the skin (inside there should be about 1.5 cm of skin).
- Start moving cans in a circle for 7-8 minutes.
- As a last step, remove the cans and put a terry towel on your stomach. Lie in this position for about 15 minutes.
It is important to know that this type of massage is contraindicated in case of varicose veins and during pregnancy.
After any type of self-massage, you must definitely lie on your back and relax. To do this, you can use special rollers under the back and neck or balls (as in the picture). This posture will help relieve tension from the shoulders, arms, neck and back.