Need A Lift - Try A Rejuvenating Facial Massage!
Stress has an effect on all of our body, from our muscles, to our breathing, to our heart, to our digestive system, and to the toll it can take on our face.
Tension and stress force us to hold our muscles in a position for too long. When the muscles are tense, they restrict blood flow. Just as this happens in parts of our body, it also happens to our facial muscles.
Our facial muscles are used to show expression. If we are upset and scowling for a long period of time, our muscles will become tense in that position. In turn, this constant tension can lead to the formation of lines and wrinkles. Negative thoughts and emotions will show negatively on our face. These thoughts increases our stress level, which can then be felt in our neck, shoulders, face and head. We may also feel the tightness around our eyes and jaw line, as we clench our teeth. These tightening muscles restrict our blood flow.
When we feel good in body and mind we can translate that into healthy looking skin!
Just as we use massage to restore muscle tone to other parts of our body, the same is true for our face. By relieving the tension in our face, we help to restore blood flow and oxygen. Increased blood flow also helps with cell renewal. By massaging our face, we help to rejuvenate and renew our skin and give it a healthy glow. By performing facial massage on yourself or having someone do it for you, you can help your skin regain muscle tone, give your skin a younger, healthier look and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
By working and releasing the muscles of the face, neck, shoulders and scalp, a feeling of total relaxation takes over. Many of us do not even realize how tight our facial muscles can be until we actually have a facial massage! Facial massage can also help relieve headaches and other stress-related issues.
The next time you are feeling stressed or encumbered in negative thoughts, take a moment to think about the effect this will all have on your skin. And know that relief is at your fingertips!
Sue Ann Penna is a massage therapist with over 12 years experience. She specializes in the treatment of chronic pain, injury and stress.
Since 2001, she has been massage therapist for the NJ Nets Basketball Team.
You can reach her at http://www.MassageBySueAnn.com
Tags: anti-aging, face lift, facial, Massage, rejuvenating, Stress
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