As more people flock toward holistic wellness and with the rise in popularity of neurotoxin-alternative treatments such as gua sha, face taping, and face cupping, many have chosen to forgo injections. But rather than being a neurotoxin alternative, facial massage should be considered the antidote to neurotoxins. Where these types of injections produce stagnation in the tissue, facial massage aims to increase blood flow, lymph flow, and qi, or vital life force. 

MASSAGE MATTERS

Intentional facial massage provides immediate results, and it can become more pronounced over the days following the treatment. Effects from facial massage are also cumulative, especially if clients are provided with massage techniques that can be practiced at home between treatments. It is incredible to realize that facial features are not fixed, and through manipulation, features can be enhanced.

Mind, body, and soul are all cared for during massage-forward or massage-focused treatments. In the world today, this is worth its weight in gold. This type of psychosomatic skin care is not something one gets from only applying and removing products. 

Massage improves the health of the connective tissue below the surface of skin, the fascia. Healthy fascia is elastic, flexible, mobile, and hydrated. When fascia is unhealthy, it becomes bound up and dehydrated. This affects the aging process through the elasticity of skin, contributing to sagging.

A significant benefit of facial massage is the support of lymphatic health. A healthy lymphatic system is vital to overall body and skin health. It is one of the main components of achieving a clear, healthy glow.