You can have a healthy and toned face at any age. Let's take a look at Japanese and Chinese women. They maintain a natural complexion without wrinkles, age spots and swelling until deep gray hair. They achieve this through proper nutrition, special cosmetic procedures and facial massage. In the modern world, different types of facial massage are gaining popularity: acupressure facial massage (you can watch a video here), buccal massage by Joelle Siocco, lymphatic drainage facial massage, Asahi massage.
Proper blood and lymph flow is the key to beauty and youth. Our face is subject to the same laws of biology as other parts of the body. But, since the lymph nodes and blood vessels on the face are thinner and smaller than in other parts of the body, facial massage has its own characteristics.
A little about the author
Yukuko Tanaka began to learn the secrets of skin care from her childhood. Her grandmother owned a beauty salon, where the girl loved to spend time and watch manipulations. Having matured, Yukuko-san received the profession of a makeup artist and stylist. Working with clients, observing the desire to hide wrinkles and look younger, the girl remembered the massage that her grandmother practiced. Having mastered the technique again, Yukuko Tanaka improved it by testing the techniques on herself.
The result of many years of work was the book “Facial Massage”, published in 2007. The publication brought the author popularity throughout the world. Fashionistas tried massage and were satisfied.
Yukuko Tanaka's facial massage technique has another romantic name - Asahi, which means “morning sun”. This name is the highest praise, a kind of sign of quality, indicating that the facial massage created by Yukuko Tanaka, like the image of the rising luminary sacred to any Japanese, brings people goodness, joy, change, and the beginning of a new life.
The main proof of Zogan’s effectiveness is the author’s appearance. At the age of 60, a woman could hardly reach 40. The Japanese woman was fond of smoking, but thanks to the Zogan method, the bad habit did not affect her skin color.
Yukuko-san died in 2013. Opponents of the author’s method and envious people claimed that the reason for his death was massage. But that's not true. The woman was killed by lung cancer, which developed as a result of cigarette abuse. Yukuko Tanaka left early, but left behind a technique that is used by thousands of women.
How often to massage
Beauty salon clients are interested in the question: how many sessions will be needed for noticeable rejuvenation? With severe ptosis and profound age-related changes, massage is best done daily, without breaks. Some doctors suggest performing procedures in sessions. After 10-15 courses there is a week break, then massages are resumed.
In order for the procedures to have the maximum effect, it is recommended to make changes to your diet, giving up strong tea, coffee, sweet juices, canned food and smoked meats. Alcohol, which retains water and causes swelling, is absolutely excluded. Regular moisturizing creams should be replaced with a complex of serum and products with a tightening and firming effect. Creams with plant collagen, retinol, tocopherol, peptides, and caffeine are suitable. Taking vitamins and capsules with hyaluronic acid, which improves skin tone, will help consolidate the results of the massage.
Positive effect
Why did the procedure become popular? After several weeks of use, a person receives:
- Getting rid of swelling;
- Reduction of wrinkles;
- Healthy skin color;
- Removing toxins;
- Tightening effect (double chin and sagging cheeks disappear).
Thanks to Zogan, a woman looks as if she has become younger and lost extra pounds.
For another Japanese facial massage technique, Kobido, read a useful article on facesave.ru.
Reviews
- Olga, 25 years old: “I learned Asahi massage on the Internet. The first experiments were associated with inconvenience, because I did not use massage milk. Then, when I learned to gently and casually massage the lymphatic vessels, an effect appeared. Wrinkles on the forehead, under the eyes and around the cheeks smoothed out. There was a feeling of tightness and elasticity. So Asahi is truly a facial massage that fights age wrinkles. I use it two and sometimes three times a week. The face is getting better and better.”
- Svetlana, 37 years old: “The currently fashionable Asahi massage is very simple. I am happy to tell you that it works, despite its apparent simplicity. Personally, I got rid of the “double chin” and tightened my entire face, so that it now looks ten years younger! There are many techniques depending on the age and type of face, but I don’t look at it, I do it the way I need it. The main thing is to feel the lymphatic flows in order to disperse the fluid through them.”
- Vladlena, 58 years old: “I strengthened the area around the eyes with Asahi massage. Previously, I had saggy, one might even say old, skin here. I used only the pads of my fingers to massage the circumference of the eyes, including the bridge of the nose and temple areas. At first I was afraid to press, but then I decided that this was an osteopathic massage! The result is excellent, my face looks younger, I also feel great. In addition, I am struggling with drooping corners of my lips; so far I have raised them only by two millimeters, but this is only in a month and a half! I get a massage every day.”
- Inna, 43 years old: “I started to experience swelling just after I was thirty. But I didn’t let it develop thanks to Asahi’s facial massage. Simple movements that are clearly described on the Internet made it possible to master this technique within a few lessons. Every day of massage quickly removed the beginning swelling. And the face itself became more elastic and elastic. Therefore, I am definitely in favor of Asahi facial massage against swelling.”
Reasons for rejuvenation
Why is Yukuko Tanaka's Japanese facial massage so effective? The technique differs from that usual for Russian and European schools. Features of the technique:
- The action is directed not only to the skin, but also to muscles, bones, lymph;
- Movements follow the paths of lymph flow, and not along massage lines;
- Manipulations are carried out with fingers and palms using little physical force.
Thanks to this, blood circulation improves, excess fluid leaves, and along with it swelling. Elasticity returns to the mice, the skin becomes elastic and smooth.
Preparation
The result of the massage depends not only on the accuracy of the movements, but also on the preparatory stage.
For the procedure to go well, you must first perform the following steps:
- cleanse your face well using cleansing gel or micellar water;
- steam the skin so that the pores can breathe;
- Apply a massage product selected according to your skin type.
You can start applying the product along the massage lines, but the movements should be soft. This will warm up the skin before the main set of movements.
Asahi facial massage: indications
Yukuko Tanaka's facelift gymnastics are popular among women over 30 years old. At a younger age, a lighter version is used.
The procedure is especially useful for those who:
- Eyelids swell;
- There are dark circles under the eyes;
- Gray skin color;
- Pronounced facial and age wrinkles;
- Sagging eyelids, cheeks;
- A double chin has formed;
- Wide face with unclear contours.
Lymphatic map of the face
Before practicing Japanese Zogan massage, you will have to carefully study the anatomical atlas, which describes in detail the localization of lymphatic vessels and nodes on the face. Without this knowledge, it is impossible to fulfill a prerequisite for proper massage - normalization of lymph flow. Lymph nodes are located on the face and neck in the following places:
- Around the ears.
- Behind the ears.
- On the back of the head.
- On the lower jaw.
- Under the tongue.
- In the corners of the lower jaw.
- On the neck.
When working with these points, according to Japanese massage from Yukuko Tanaka, you need to be extremely careful. If all movements have sufficient pressure, then in these places it must be weakened. This also applies to the basic rules of the Japanese Asahi massage technique, which is designed to make even mature, wrinkled skin, which has been touched by inexorable years, young and beautiful.
Restrictions
Yukuko Tanaka's facial massage involves a forceful effect on the body, therefore it has some contraindications:
- Dermatitis, rash, redness;
- Problems with facial vessels;
- FLU, runny nose, sinusitis;
- Sore throat;
- Inflammation of the lymph nodes;
- Diseases related to the lymphatic system;
- Cancer.
After the procedure, the face becomes thinner, so those with thin oval shapes and fragile girls should avoid it.
Rules
- The face should be washed thoroughly before starting the massage.
- The face, neck and even shoulders must be prepared for the procedure by light rubbing.
- As a massage cream, you should use only natural-based formulations. For example, olive or oat milk.
- Although the Asahi-tsogan massage is deep in impact and requires the application of force, pain cannot be ignored. You should feel strength that does not reach the point of pain.
- Be sure to study the location of your lymph nodes and lymphatic vessels. When approaching the lymph node, the pressing force must be reduced.
- For a better massage, try practicing in front of a mirror first. Deal with your fingers, since they are the main character of the tsogan.
Basic principles of Asahi facial massage
Asahi facial massage is performed in beauty salons. You can independently study the technology of self-massage and do it yourself at home. Another option: master the technique with a friend and do it to each other.
For Yukuko Tanaka’s facial massage to be beneficial, you need to follow the basic rules developed by the author:
- Clean skin. It is important not only to get rid of makeup, but also to cleanse the pores. Use a proven cosmetic product to which you are definitely not allergic;
- Clean hands;
- Moisturizing with cream (oil). Hands should glide over the skin so as not to injure it;
- Knowledge of technology. Ideal option: take a course or read a book;
- Accuracy, precision of movements. There should be no pain during the massage;
- Straight back. If it is difficult to sit upright, you can lie down.
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How to massage your face at home
Asahi massage is often offered in salons. However, home treatments are much more affordable. Before you start working, you need to remove your makeup and thoroughly wash your face with foam or gel. To make your fingers glide better, apply purified vegetable oil, cosmetic milk or emulsion to the skin. The choice depends on the type of epidermis. For dry skin, it is better to use rich oil textures; for oily skin, water-based massage gels are more suitable.
Vegetable esters will help enrich base oils. Lemon, orange, rosemary or juniper oil can enhance the lymphatic drainage effect.
It is recommended to do a massage in the morning. After sleep, the face swells; active rubbing and pressure will help relieve swelling and tone the skin. The movements are performed smoothly, but with effort. In this case, the skin should not move much. In the area of the lymph nodes, the fingers are fixed with additional pressure.
The main complex takes no more than 15 minutes, each movement is performed 3 times. The result will be noticeable in a week. The oval will be tightened, deep folds will be slightly smoothed out, and the complexion will become fresher.
Equipment for women after 40 years
You need to start the procedure by warming up the skin. The treatment of the face is carried out strictly according to the scheme, the hands move from top to bottom, from the forehead to the chin and neck. Palms are placed on the forehead, fingertips touching. The hands are forcefully moved to the temples, and the fingers linger in the indentations above the eyebrows for several seconds. The hands then lead to the lower jaw and touch at the center of the chin. Simple movement stimulates blood flow, relieves swelling, and tones the skin.
The following technique will help relieve swelling around the eyes and remove fine lines of wrinkles. The fingertips are placed at the outer corner of the lower eyelid. Hands are led to the inner corner and then back. In the area of the lymph nodes, the pressure intensifies. Due to the active flow of blood to the skin, a pleasant warmth should be felt under the fingers.
The movements go from the center of the face to the periphery, the degree of pressure depends on individual sensitivity.
With severe ptosis, the lower part of the face causes particular distress. Folded fingers are placed in the corners of the lips, pressed lightly, and then led to the wings of the nose and fixed again for a few seconds. There is no need to perform the reverse movement. This technique perfectly smoothes deep nasolabial folds and prevents the formation of vertical wrinkles above the upper lip.
The fingers are placed in the center of the chin, and then with force they move along the contour of the lower jaw to the earlobes and back. The fingers are first closed, then spread apart to increase pressure.
The open palm of one hand is placed on the cheek, and the second palm is placed on top. The hands are moved forcefully towards the ear and held for a few seconds. Then the palms move to the other cheek.
The session ends with frequent small zigzag movements going from the forehead to the chin. The skin is massaged with the pad of two fingers. This technique allows you to quickly get rid of a network of fine wrinkles and tightens your face well.
Anti-aging techniques for those over 50
After 50 years, age-related changes become more noticeable. It is worth focusing your efforts on the lower part of the face: cheeks, chin. neck. A simple movement will help remove swelling from under the cheekbones. Open palms are placed under the cheekbones, and then with force they are moved upward, to the temples and corners of the eyes.
The hands are clenched into fists, placed in the corners of the mouth and forcefully brought to the ears. They are fixed in the area of the lymph nodes for a few seconds and return to their original position.
After 60 years, it is worth adding special exercises to tighten weakened neck muscles. The closed fingers of both hands are placed under the chin. Slowly and with effort, the arms are spread to the sides, tracing the contour of the lower jaw.
The open palm is placed on the chin. With a smooth movement, the hand slides down the neck to the collarbone. Similar movements are performed on the right and left sides of the neck. The degree of pressure varies, but the sensation should not be painful. A hard linen towel will help remove sagging. It is pulled by hand and pressed tightly to the area of the second chin. The ends of the towel are raised up, adjusting the tightness of the fit. You need to stay in this position for 1-2 minutes, then the fabric can be released. The session ends by washing off the oil with tampons and warm water. You can apply a stimulating cream or gel to cleansed skin.
Fingers linger in the area of the lymph nodes for several seconds. The pressure should be strong, but not painful.
Possible problems
Speaking about the positive effect of Zogan, it should be remembered that errors and side effects are possible. Undesirable consequences and ways to combat them are outlined in the table.
Types and techniques of Japanese massage
Asahi massage includes the following types:
- Lymphatic massage. Helps remove excess fluid from the facial area, removes puffiness under the eyes.
- Deep muscle massage. Promotes relaxation of muscle fibers, improves metabolism in cells, and also makes the skin more toned.
Lymphatic massage allows you to:
- accelerates the detoxification process;
- enriches the tissue structures of the skin with nutrients;
- removes excess moisture content.
Deep muscle massage allows you to:
- relax facial muscles;
- eliminate tension in the facial muscles;
- make the skin elastic;
- strengthen blood vessels;
- help tighten facial contours.
Useful tips
- Until you master the technology completely, you can turn on video tutorials and do massage synchronously;
- Zogan is designed for women, but if men have indications, the procedure will benefit them;
- Refrain from long manicures to avoid injury during the session;
- Wash your face with warm water after the session to remove any remaining oil.
Yukuko Tanaka gave the world the secret of youth of Eastern women. The massage she has perfected makes you feel younger, more beautiful, and more confident.
Indications and contraindications
Indications for this type of Japanese massage are flabby, saggy facial skin that has lost its freshness and youth.
Contraindications to massage are:
- skin diseases;
- pathologies and diseases of the lymphatic system;
- bad feeling;
- malignant neoplasms;
- rosacea;
- acute infectious diseases.
Experts recommend using Asahi massage with caution if you have too thin a layer of subcutaneous fat, as this can lead to bruising and worsening swelling on the face.
Side effects after the Asahi massage procedure may include skin rashes or acne, in which case it is necessary to stop the massage so as not to spread inflammation. Side effects include excessive facial weight loss.
If you suddenly notice that your face has begun to lose weight, reduce the number of procedures and reduce the pressure on the skin . Morning swelling may occur. This is due to the fact that the massage is performed at night and is oil-based. It is necessary to change the procedure time and massage base.
