Benefits of Face Massages

Benefits of Face Massages 

If you want to look young, rejuvenated or simply have that "inner glow," then a facial massage might provide those and a multitude of other benefits. 

1. Reduces Stress

Just like a massage on any other part of your body, a facial massage reduces stress. Tensing up your facial muscles is a natural reaction to stress, which causes that unsightly furrowed brow, as well as wrinkles over time. Take just a few minutes a day to massage your face using a lifting motion to release tension. 

2. Increases Circulation

Think of a facial massage as a workout for your face. Face massages increase circulation, stimulating blood and oxygen flow to your face.(3) You'll notice decreased puffiness and a more even skin tone. Just like with any other exercise, once you're done, you'll radiate a natural glow. 

3. Helps Stimulate Collagen

The increased circulation that comes with facial massages has another benefit: It stimulates collagen production and cell growth. Collagen production, which slows down during the aging process, is key to keeping skin elastic and preventing wrinkles. A daily massage is an easy way to jumpstart collagen production. 

4. Stimulates Lymphatic Drainage

Facial massage stimulates lymphatic draining or the removal of toxins from your skin. Think of it as a way to clean your skin from the inside out. 

5. Improves Skin Appearance

Thanks to all the facial massager benefits mentioned above, the combined result is fresh, radiant, rejuvenated skin. 

6. Helps Alleviate Sinus Pressure

The benefits of a face massage aren't just about having glowing skin. There’s also a medical component. Because facial massage stimulates blood flow, it relieves pressure on your sinuses.(4) This same type of pressure-point massage may also relieve tension headaches.